Munich Ghost Tour: Night Walk with Real Spirits & Legends

Summary

Munich night tour with ghost stories, real legends, local spirits and hidden alleys

You’ll walk Munich’s old streets after dark with a local guide who shares true ghost stories and legends at every stop. Taste three different “spirits” (or non-alcoholic options) along haunted alleys and famous squares like Marienplatz and Odeonsplatz. The mix of chilling tales, real history, and unexpected laughter makes this more than just another city tour — it lingers long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was how the streetlights in Marienplatz don’t really chase away the shadows — they just sort of push them around. Our guide, Anna, grinned like she knew a secret as we gathered near the old Rathaus. She started off with this wild story about a “miracle” that happened right where we stood. I could smell roasted chestnuts from a cart nearby, but honestly, I was already distracted by how empty the square felt at night. You’d never guess it’s the same place that buzzes all day.

We wandered into Platzl next, past Hofbräuhaus — which looks harmless enough until Anna started talking about its darker side. Vampires, witches, werewolves… she rattled off names I’d never heard before (and probably mispronounced when I tried). She handed us our first “spirit” shot here — something herbal and sharp that burned in a good way. There was this moment when an old man on a bike rang his bell behind us and everyone jumped. Not sure if it was nerves or just timing.

I didn’t expect Odeonsplatz to feel so heavy, but it did. Anna pointed out spots tied to Nazi history and whispered about a deal with the devil gone wrong. By then the air had cooled off; you could see your breath if you tried hard enough. The alleys near Müllersches Volksbad got really quiet — almost too quiet — except for our footsteps echoing off stone walls. We took another shot here (sweeter this time), and someone joked about needing actual holy water instead.

There’s something about hearing ghost stories in Munich while actually standing where they happened that sticks with you. Maybe it was the last “spirit” kicking in or just how Anna told it — not dramatic, just matter-of-fact, like these things might still be lurking if you looked close enough. On the way back past Promenadeplatz, she pointed out the Michael Jackson memorial (which is honestly kind of odd at midnight) and shared one last story about a cruel ghost who apparently still scares locals today.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Munich ghost tour and legends

• Meet guide and tour introduction
• Explore Marienplatz dark history
• Visit Platzl and Hofbrauhaus legends
• Discover Nazi era secrets at Odeonsplatz
• Walk haunted old Munich streets
• Enjoy third spirit drink
• See Promenadeplatz ghosts and memorial
• Uncover Satanic contracts and tragic haunts
• Return to starting point

Top questions

Is this Munich ghost tour suitable for children?

Yes, children can join; non-alcoholic options are automatically provided for kids’ tickets.

How many alcoholic drinks are included on the tour?

The tour includes three shots (“spirits”) per adult; non-alcoholic substitutes are available if requested in advance.

Is this a pub crawl or drinking tour?

No, it’s not a pub crawl; drinks are included as part of the ghost storytelling experience only.

Does the Munich ghost tour include hotel pickup?

No hotel pickup is included; you meet your guide at the starting point in central Munich.

Are there public transport options nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the meeting point.

Can infants or small children join in strollers?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in prams or strollers during the tour.

Is the tour accessible for service animals?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this Munich ghost tour.

What’s included

Your evening includes an English-speaking guide passionate about Munich’s legends, three alcoholic shots (with non-alcoholic alternatives if requested ahead), and plenty of eerie stories as you stroll through historic sites like Marienplatz and Odeonsplatz before looping back to where you started.