A city awash with whimsical beauty, start your day on foot and explore the main square, Marienplatz, towards Schwabing’s beautiful Bohemian neighbourhood. Grab a coffee from the locals’ favourite, Kanso Coffee Lab, before heading into the expansive Englischer Garten. It’s easy to lose a day to its majestic winding paths and river channels, so book a late afternoon table on the nearby Restaurant Museum’s stunning dining room before taking a slow walk back via Altstadt or the ‘old town’.

Though Munich is flush with beautiful scenery, it's Bavaria’s Romantic Road that’ll have you feeling as though you’ve been whisked into a fairy tale. A short journey north and you’ll make it to Harburg, home to one of Germany’s oldest and best-preserved castles and medieval towns. Or take a longer route south and you’ll discover the breathtaking Neuschwanstein Castle nestled in the rugged hills of Hohenschwangau. Trust us, it’s worth the drive.

Housed in the heart of Munich’s historic centre, Bayerischer Hof exudes all the elegance and comfort you seek in a central stay. Book either the Garden or Panorama suite, both sitting high above the building’s rooftops for soft natural daylight and dazzling evening views. Recharge on their private but spacious terraces or request exclusive access to the hotel’s Blue Spa and Lounge – a rooftop wellness venue with panoramic views.

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To experience the best of Munich’s gastronomy, there’s no need to venture from the Bayerischer Hof and its award-winning restaurants, including two Michelin-starred Atelier. However, just a ten-minute walk to Hotel Mandarin Oriental will land you at Matsuhisa Munich, recognised for its pucker ‘New Style’ Japanese-Peruvian cuisine. We’d happily feast off the full menu, but if there’s one thing you order, make it the Black Cod Miso – you won’t be disappointed.

Before heading home, spend a few days away from the bustle of city life and venture into the lush scenery of the Alps. A bolthole of luxury in the Elmau Valley, Schloss Elmau’s fortress-like architecture and landscaped greenery boasts the ultimate well-being retreat. Outdoor sporting camps are the best way to explore its surrounding nature, but there are also daily yoga classes and six spacious spas for those who prefer something more low-key.