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Munich’s nightlife doesn’t just live in beer halls and clubs: it spills into the hostels themselves. Wombats City Hostel, five minutes from Marienplatz, runs its own bar with €3 shots and a crowd that’s half backpackers, half locals. The place fills up by 10pm, especially on Thursdays when the hostel’s pub crawl kicks off. During Oktoberfest, the scene shifts to camping sites like Oktoberfest Party Camping on Lochhausener Strasse, where unlimited beer and sangria flow for €15 a day. The hostel scene here is small but sharp: expect friendly staff, lockers big enough for a rucksack, and a mix of travellers who are either saving for the next pint or recovering from the last one.
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Social hostel for backpackers, accepting large groups and with a busy and vibrant on-site bar. Centrally located.
The favorite hostel for backpackers that are passing by Munich, the Euro Youth Hostel. A popular place that has an onsite bar so you can enjoy beer and cocktails. Also, you will get the chance of being part of happy hours every day between 6pm and 9pm as also the chance to enjoy major sport events on the hostel. The Euro Youth Hostel offers different amenities, from buffet breakfast up to discounts for pub crawls and bike tours.
Wombats City is the most popular youth hostel in the city, it has a crazy amount of awards! Munich’s best nightlife spots are close to the hostel. The hostel is very social. Its common room and on-site bar are wonderful. They offer a lot of daily activities like yoga classes or board games.
MEININGER Munich City Center is an excellent choice for party enthusiasts seeking a vibrant and lively atmosphere. With its own bar offering a delightful selection of beers and a game room featuring pool, foosball, and darts, this hostel provides the perfect setting for unforgettable party experiences. The combination of international vibes and Bavarian hospitality makes it a standout party destination.
Dive into the party scene at Wombat's City Hostel Munich Werksviertel, nestled in Munich's hip Werksviertel district. This hostel is not just a place to sleep but a vibrant social hub with its own bar and numerous events, surrounded by trendy bars and clubs. Perfect for travellers looking to explore Munich's nightlife and make new friends.
Organised nights out with a local guide
This guided tour hits 4–5 bars and clubs, starting with a shot at the meeting point near Marienplatz. The crawl includes free entry to one club and discounts on drinks at participating venues. Expect a mix of backpackers and stag groups: it’s loud, but a solid way to meet people. The crawl runs every Thursday and Saturday, rain or shine.
Running only during Oktoberfest, this crawl starts at a beer tent and moves through 3–4 bars in Ludwigsvorstadt. The €20 price includes a stein of beer in the tent and a shot at each stop. The crowd is international, and the crawl ends at a club near Hauptbahnhof. Book ahead: it sells out fast.
How Munich's nightlife zones break down
This is where Munich’s party hostels cluster, just south of Hauptbahnhof. The streets around Sonnenstrasse and Landsberger Strasse are packed with bars, kebab shops, and late-night convenience stores. It’s a 10-minute walk to Marienplatz, but the nightlife here is cheaper and more backpacker-friendly than the city centre.
Munich’s old town is tourist central, with Marienplatz at its heart. The streets are lined with beer halls, souvenir shops, and expensive cocktail bars. It’s great for sightseeing but pricey for drinking: expect €7 pints and €12 cocktails. The area quiets down by midnight, except during Oktoberfest.
North of the city centre, Schwabing feels like Munich’s student district. The bars here are cheaper: €4 pints aren’t uncommon: and the crowd is younger. Leopoldstrasse is the main drag, with clubs and pubs spilling onto the pavements. It’s a 15-minute tram ride from Hauptbahnhof, but worth it for the vibe.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
This hostel bar is the default starting point for most backpackers. Happy hour runs from 8pm to 10pm, with €3 vodka sodas and €4 pints of Paulaner. The crowd is a mix of hostel guests and locals who’ve heard about the cheap drinks. By 11pm, the dance floor fills up, and the music shifts from indie to cheesy pop.
Jaeger’s is a five-minute walk from Wombats and feels like a step up: think dim lighting, craft beers, and a crowd that’s slightly older. Their daily specials, like €5 Aperol spritzes, draw a steady stream of travellers. The bar gets packed by 10:30pm, especially on weekends when a DJ spins house music.
P1 is Munich’s most exclusive club, but if you dress sharp and arrive before midnight, you might get in. Expect bottle service, house music, and a crowd that’s equal parts wealthy locals and curious tourists. Entry is €20, but it includes a drink. The queue starts forming at 11pm: don’t show up in trainers.
Schumann’s is a cocktail bar with a speakeasy vibe, tucked away near Odeonsplatz. The menu is pricey: €12 for a classic mojito: but the bartenders know their stuff. It’s a great spot for a pre-club drink or a late-night cocktail if you’re avoiding the hostel crowd. Gets busy after 9pm, so arrive early for a seat.
Backstage is a rock and metal club with cheap drinks and a no-frills attitude. Entry is €8, and pints cost €4.50. The crowd is a mix of students and backpackers, and the music leans toward punk and metal. It’s a 10-minute walk from Hauptbahnhof, making it a convenient stop after a pub crawl.
If you’re in Munich during Oktoberfest, this camping site is a must. For €15 a day, you get unlimited beer and sangria, plus access to after-parties with live bands and DJs. The site is a 20-minute tram ride from the city centre, but shuttles run to the festival grounds every 30 minutes. Bring cash: cards aren’t always accepted.
This beer hall is a Munich institution, serving Schneider Weisse’s famous wheat beers in one-litre steins. The food is hearty: try the pork knuckle: and the atmosphere is lively, especially during Oktoberfest. A stein costs €8, and the place fills up by 7pm. It’s a 10-minute walk from Marienplatz.
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