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Viktualienmarkt

The guide was updated: 2025-09-03

The Victuals Market, only a few steps from the Marienplatz, displays its fruit, vegetables, herbs, bread, cheese, wine and many other delicious offerings from all over the world, extending an invitation to enjoy its wares with all the senses. Beer gardens, cafés and flowers in a blaze of colour do their best to beguile the visitor. Next to the Viktuals Market, there is the Schrannenhalle. It was built under King Maximilian I and was originally a market hall where grains were sold. In 1932 it burned down but was rebuilt with the original wrought-iron frames and reopened in September 2005.

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Address: Viktualienmarkt 1, Munich
Website: www.viktualienmarkt-muenchen.de/en/home
Public Transport: Marienplatz (U3, U6)

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Oberpollinger

Oberpollinger

The Oberpollinger in Munich stands out as one of Germany’s largest department stores, boasting over 35,000 square metres of retail space. Its reputation is built on an exclusive range of products, sophisticated trend awareness, and artful presentation. This department store features a diverse array of offerings, including international luxury shops, home accessories, premium grocery stores, a food court on the 5th floor, and a rooftop restaurant.

Alter Hof

Alter Hof

The Alter Hof and Platzl"area adjacent to Marienplatz is worth exploring, with shops selling jewelry and watches, fine food, kitchen utensils, furniture and clothing, a wine shop, the Info Point for Museums and Palaces in Bavaria, and the Hofbräuhaus, which also offers beautiful and unusual souvenirs.

OutletCity Metzingen

OutletCity Metzingen

OutletCity Metzingen, located approximately 226 kilometres from Munich and 242 kilometres from Frankfurt, provides a unique and stylish shopping experience amidst modern inner-city surroundings boasting award-winning architecture. It features a wide range of premium and luxury brands in flagship outlets with significant discounts available throughout the year. Additionally, non-EU citizens are eligible for tax-free shopping and extra discounts. OutletCity Metzingen is the only outlet in Germany that offers an immediate tax-free refund on site.

Ingolstadt Village

Ingolstadt Village

Ingolstadt Village, located just a forty-minute drive from Munich, offers an exclusive luxury outlet shopping experience. Discover more than 110 outlet boutiques of a unique selection of German and international brands with discounts of up to 60% depending on the season.

Stachus Passagen

Stachus Passagen

Located the heart of Munich, right at the Karlsplatz, Stachus Passagen stands out as Europe’s largest underground shopping centre. It's an appealing shopping destination for trend-conscious shoppers, offering a wide range of more than 50 fashion, beauty and lifestyle shops, along with different options for every culinary taste with a large selection of restaurants.

The Pedestrian Area

The Pedestrian Area

Many shoppers head straight for the central pedestrian precinct in Munich's old town centre, which includes Kaufingerstraße, Neuhauser Straße, and Marienplatz. Here, you can explore a multitude of department stores, browse through branches of well-known fashion and shoe chains, and stumble upon the charming souvenir shops along the way.

Dallmayr Delikatessenhaus

Dallmayr Delikatessenhaus

Dallmayr is a renowned establishment in Munich, especially known for its café located just behind the New Town Hall. As for their shop, it offers a tempting array of delicacies, ranging from meats, fresh seafood, and cheeses to desserts, wines, and teas. It's an excellent place to shop for gourmet gifts, with quality products at worthwhile prices, despite being quite crowded due to its popularity.

Tal Straße

Tal Straße

The streets surrounding the Viktualienmarkt, especially Tal Street leading towards the River Isar, are bustling with a diverse array of shops. From antiques and jewellery to fashion, furniture, and leather goods, there's something for every shopper. You can also find clocks, watches, cigars, cigarettes, and a variety of chocolates. Venturing into the streets and lanes north of Tal, towards the Hofbräuhaus, is well worth it. This area is a haven for souvenir hunters, music enthusiasts, and football fans alike.

Maximilianstraße

Maximilianstraße

Maximilianstraße, one of Munich's four historic royal avenues, is a destination in its own right. Its grand architecture houses an array of top couturiers, high-end fashion boutiques and prestigious jewellers like Bulgari. Interspersed among them are glamorous cafés and prestigious art galleries. A stroll here offers a glimpse into the city's luxury quarter, appealing even without a purchase in mind.

Hofstatt

Hofstatt

Hofstatt, spanning 15,500 square metres, opened its doors in 2013. Since then, it has become a significant shopping destination next to the pedestrian area near Marienplatz. Offering various shops and cafes, it provides a diverse retail and dining experience for visitors.

Fünf Höfe

Fünf Höfe

The Fünf Höfe, located between Theatiner and Maffei street, consist of noble shops, cafes, offices and the Kunsthalle Art Museum. It's a stylish area with prizewinning architecture conveniently located near Marienplatz.

Olympia-Einkaufszentrum

Olympia-Einkaufszentrum

The Olympia-Einkaufszentrum was opened because of the summer Olympics in Munich in 1972. Since then, it has undergone expansions and modernizations to become the largest shopping centre in Bavaria today. Hosting over 50 events annually, it offers visitors more than just shopping.

Viktualienmarkt

Viktualienmarkt

The Victuals Market, only a few steps from the Marienplatz, displays its fruit, vegetables, herbs, bread, cheese, wine and many other delicious offerings from all over the world, extending an invitation to enjoy its wares with all the senses. Beer gardens, cafés and flowers in a blaze of colour do their best to beguile the visitor. Next to the Viktuals Market, there is the Schrannenhalle. It was built under King Maximilian I and was originally a market hall where grains were sold. In 1932 it burned down but was rebuilt with the original wrought-iron frames and reopened in September 2005.

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