Munich and Dachau day trip from Frankfurt: full-day tour

Start at a memorial, end in a beer hall: Munich's two histories in one day

This 13.5-hour day trip from Frankfurt combines a guided visit to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site with a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Munich's landmarks, including the Frauenkirche, Hofbräuhaus, Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt. Transportation by van or bus, a live guide in English or German, and entry to Dachau are included; the tour builds the day's sequence so both sites fit without rushing between them.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Dachau and Munich landmarks

• Drive to Dachau Memorial
• Tour Dachau Concentration Camp site
• Travel to Munich city
• See Frauenkirche and Hofbräuhaus
• Visit Viktualienmarkt and Old Town Hall
• Explore English Garden and Olympic Park
• View Nymphenburg Palace and German Museum
• See Alte Pinakothek art gallery
• Enjoy free time and Bavarian specialties

The Experience

You start early from Frankfurt and drive to Dachau first, where your guide provides historical context as you move through the former concentration camp. The memorial was built on the initiative of surviving inmates, and the guide's role is to anchor what you're seeing—the bunkers, gas chambers and grounds—in the documented history of the site. This comes before Munich so the weight of it settles before the city's other stories begin.

After Dachau, the tour moves into Munich itself. You'll see the Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Our Blessed Lady) with its twin domes, walk through Marienplatz to the Old Town Hall and its famous carillon, pass the Hofbräuhaus am Platzl—the world's largest beer hall—and visit Viktualienmarkt, the central market. The guide points out other Munich landmarks as you move through: the English Garden, Olympic Park, Nymphenburg Palace, the German Museum and Alte Pinakothek art gallery. You get time for an individual stroll, which means you can sit down, eat, or linger at a place that catches you.

The tour runs 13.5 hours total, so it's a full day. You'll need a moderate level of fitness for the walking and standing, especially at Dachau where the memorial grounds require moving between outdoor sites. Wheelchairs can be borrowed at the Dachau memorial itself, though only foldable ones can travel in the van. Children ride in car seats (a legal requirement), and infants can use a pram or stroller. The van or bus picks you up and returns you to Frankfurt, so you don't arrange separate transport.

What’s included

• Transportation by van or bus from and to Frankfurt.
• guided visit to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site with live guide in English or German.
• comprehensive sightseeing tour of Munich including the Frauenkirche, Hofbräuhaus, Old Town Hall, Viktualienmarkt, English Garden, Olympic Park, Nymphenburg Palace, German Museum and Alte Pinakothek.
• time for an individual stroll in Munich.
• wheelchair rental available at Dachau Memorial.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by ETS-Frankfurt

Is this one for you?The full day—13.5 hours with significant walking and standing, especially at Dachau—suits travelers who arrive in Frankfurt with a free day and want to see both a major historical site and a major city without splitting the trip across two days. The fixed itinerary and included transport mean you don't arrange the logistics yourself; the guide's presence at Dachau means you're not navigating that weight alone.

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Top questions

What exactly is the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site?

Dachau was Germany's first Nazi concentration camp, and the memorial site preserves the grounds and structures as a historical record. Your guide walks you through the bunkers, gas chambers and other buildings, providing documented context for what you see. Entry is free of charge.

How much time do I spend at Dachau versus Munich on this tour?

The itinerary begins at Dachau, then moves to Munich for the remainder of the day. The guide structures the route so both fit within the 13.5-hour total without either feeling rushed.

Can I eat during the tour, or is food included?

Food and drinks are not included, but you have time for an individual stroll in Munich where you can eat. The Viktualienmarkt is a central market with food stalls, and the Hofbräuhaus serves traditional Bavarian specialties like pretzels, Weisswurst and beer.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

The tour is wheelchair accessible overall. Only foldable wheelchairs can travel in the van, but Dachau Memorial lends wheelchairs on-site for use during the visit. Public transportation options are also available near the tour stops if you need an alternative.

What language is the guide in?

The tour guide speaks English or German. An audio guide in several languages is available upon request for the Munich portion of the tour.

Do I need to book Dachau entry in advance, or is it included?

Entry to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site is free of charge and included in the tour. Your guide provides access and historical context as part of the day.