Day Trips & Local Escapes • 4 hours 5.0 (6)

Half day trip to Starnberg lake

Bavarian beer gardens, lake-side relaxing and boat rides to beautiful islands

don't attempt to cross the road on a red pedestrian light as you could quickly face some deathly stares or even some harsh words.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Followed by a 30-minute train ride, enjoy 4 hours by the lake with your host
  • Your experience, your way - rent a pedalo boat or relax with an ice-cold beer in a traditional Bavarian beer garden
  • Visit a traditional beer garden and enjoy a classic Bavarian dish
  • See enchanting hidden gems like Rose Island from your host's point of view

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

100% Private and personalized experience
4 hours with your host
Walking experience
Transport to and from Lake Starnberg

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs (other than return tickets to Starnberg)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

You’ll feel just like a Müncher as you head off on a jaunt to Starnberg See (head’s up: see means lake) with one of our local Munich hosts. After a quick train ride (what’s 30 minutes between friends) you’ll spend half a day surrounded by natural beauty (we’re not just talking about you and your host) as you enjoy dips in the refreshing waters of this lake, cruising on a pedalo or relaxing with an ice-cold beer and indulging in some traditional food in a Bavarian beer garden.

If the weather’s not made for lake-side relaxing, explore the charming town of Starnberg or take a boat to Rose Island, the only island in the lake which also happens to be home to a museum. By the end of your short time out of the city, you’ll be feeling refreshed and ready to take the city on again - which is exactly why the locals come here.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

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What travelers think of this experience

Jacqueline, May 2024

Marion was such an incredible tour guide and took us on such an adventure and it was everything we could have wanted and more!!

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Thomas, May 2024

Michele was very friendly and helpful. She kept us active and moving our first day in Munich so we could stay awake and adjust to the time change. Gave us good recommendations for the rest of our stay.

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Ali, Jul 2023

It was a joy to spend the day with Linus and we could not be happier with our tour with him! So, so thankful that we booked this adventure!

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Matthew, May 2023

Nino was very good at navigating the various transit methods to get around the city and down to lake Starnberg. Throughout the tour, she provided good information on the locations we visited. She also provided pleasant company thought the tour, which was much appreciated.

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Philippa, Mar 2025

The walking tour with Anna felt like catching up with an old friend in their city. She tailored the tour to include hidden streets lined with local designers and antique stores. We had coffee and an unforgettable pistachio cinnamon bun, and walked through the English garden ending up at the Haust de Kunst. I would strongly recommend a solo tour with Anna, whose knowledge and insights about Munich unravel in a beautiful story of history, culture and place.

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Philippa, Mar 2025

A solo tour is on the expensive side BUT for someone with limited time, it is the best way to see what you want to see and not get caught up in tourist traps.

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