The city of Munich is the capital of Bavaria and is the largest city in the region, so car hire is a great option to explore the area, guaranteeing that you will get to see all of the different sights that the city has to offer, from parks and galleries to the excellent museums. The city's name derives from the German word for monk, (Mönch), and can trace its roots back to the Benedictine monastery that was built here around the 8th century. It was officially recognised as a city in 1175, and since then has become one of the most important cities in Germany.
The city is on the banks of the River Isar, and by hiring a car from Munich Railway Station, you'll be able to drive over the river and onto an island on the river where the Deutsches Museum can be found. One of the best museums in the country, the Deutsches Museum has an amazing collection and fascinating exhibitions on science. For more cultural buildings, you should head to the Kunstareal or the art district of the city where there are a number of galleries including the three Pinakothek galleries which have some incredible art on display.
