Shopping in Munich

Munich is a shopper’s paradise. The two main shopping streets are Neuhauser Strasse and Kaufinger Strasse located in the city center. These cater for fancy designer labels, up-market jewellery etc. The whole of the city centers shopping area stretchingfrom Odeansplatz-Marianplatz is a pedestrian zone so shoppers can casually browse at their leisure.

Schwabing to the north of the city also attracts shoppers though of a different type. This area is located close to the University so has more off the wall and interesting shops and markets. The two main streets in this area are Hohenzollern Strasse and Schelling Strasse.

The main food market is at the area known as Viktualienmarkt. This is located right beside Marianplatz and is well worth a look. Locals buy their bread, fruit and veg here but wine, flowers and everything in between can also be purchased.

The main department stores in Munich are Hertie and Karstadt. These are dotted around Munich and offer pretty much everything from food to clothes. The city also has numerous very interesting flea markets. Keep an eye out for posters to this effect.

For the young or those just young at heart Kaufingtor and Arcade on Neuhauser Strasse are the best locations to get up to the minute designer jeans and clothing. People in Munich take pride in their appearance and shopping is a favourite pastime for many.