This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.

On Saturday I went to Munich for the day.
I decided that before I go on any extended trip, 
it would be wise to learn the train station and see what it’s all about.
 
In other words-
baby steps.
 
I arrived in Munich at 9am.
I had no map,
no travel book,
nothing.
All I knew was that I was at the central train station for the Bavarian capital.
 
So, first things first,
buy a Germany travel book in English.
Why I did not do this before I got to Germany is a mystery.
I asked how to get to Marienplatz- the old town square,
and, to my relief, it was just an easy 15 minute walk.
 
In case you didn’t know,
I don’t understand subways and big cities scare me.
Put me in a foreign country where the main language isn’t English and it’s guaranteed that I will get lost,
almost instantly.
 
Thankfully, that was not the case today.
I found where I wanted to go,
and didn’t get lost once.
 
 
A large tall tower with a clock on the side of a brick building

 

A statue in front of a tall building

 

A large clock tower on a cloudy day

 

A large clock tower in front of a building

 

A large tall tower with a clock on the side of a building

 

A large clock tower towering over a city

 

A large tall tower with a clock on the side of a building
 
A large clock tower towering over New Town Hall

 

A large clock tower towering over a city

 

A large clock tower towering over a city

 

A large building

 

A large clock tower towering over a city

 

Munich and Germany
 
A large city landscape

 

A large clock on the side of a building

 

A statue in front of a building

 

A church with a clock on the side of Rathaus-Glockenspiel
 
I did not wander far from the Old Square.
I live so close to Munich,
 and so I decided to save other sights for a different day.
 
I enjoyed sights of the Neues Rathaus,
joined the crowd at noon to watch the Glockenspiel,
 and climbed to the top of St. Peterskirche for stunning views of Munich.
 
I am so thankful that this city is only an hour train ride from the little village I call home.
 
 
 
Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlight

Jessica Randhawa

Chef | Food Photographer

I’m Chef Jessica Randhawa, bringing over 14 years of experience in creating and publishing over 1200 mouthwatering recipes, coupled with invaluable kitchen tips and professional guidance, to transform your daily cooking into a truly enriching culinary adventure.

You may also like:

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

33 Comments

  1. debbiecutieface.com says:

    oh gosh. I am the exact same way with subways and big cities (well, except NYC, when I FINALLY figured it out after living there for an entire summer). I am so bad I could get lost trying to find the bathroom in my own home.

    but anyway. Munich. It looks so beautiful. I've never been to that part of Germany unfortunately 🙁

  2. Sweet Green Tangerine says:

    Love Munich. Next time you go, you must get a beer at the Hofbrauhaus. We ALWAYS get lost in Munich. The streets are a mess, so be glad you walked rather than drove. LOL These pics are amazing. I didn't know you could get a view like that! That is my favorite city.

  3. Leah says:

    Wow, so incredible! Your pictures are great and I can't imagine trying to get around in a big city in a different country. I can't wait to get the chance to go to Europe someday and I love reading about all of your adventures! I am glad you are adjusting well! Does the family you are with speak English well?

  4. Kathleen says:

    I think you are one of the bravest people EVER! I think what you're doing is amazing! And I am so glad that I get to follow your journey on your blog. Munich looks beautiful, hopefully one day I'll be able to visit too! 🙂

  5. Heidi Harlequin says:

    I love these photos!! They are beautiful!! I am new to your blog and I'm so glad I found it! I invite you to check mine out! I hope you have a great week! =)

    -Heidi

  6. Alex says:

    These photos are STUNNING! Awesome work, girl!

  7. Tiffany says:

    Beautiful pictures!!

  8. kimberly rae says:

    i loved munich! i was there in the summer only for a day and night but i had a blast! we did a bike tour .. i think it was like mike's bike tour or something and it was SO FUN! my old blog header pic of me with a pretzel and beer was taken in munich's "central park" …speakin of which, you should totally go there because they have a (manmade??) river with waves and there are surfers lining up to jump in!! so funn!!

  9. Ben & Cassie says:

    i have a fear of subways too haha, just beautiful pictures!!

  10. Ana F. says:

    So pretty! I can't wait until I can go visit Europe and see all that!