According to the German National Tourist Board, Munich "manages to marry old Bavarian tradition with vibrant modern life. It really is a dream city come true." In fact, Munich is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Germany. Visitors to the area will enjoy a wide variety of local area attractions, including the BMW Museum, Neuschwanstein Castle and Olympic Park. The Hofbrauhaus is "the world's most famous beer hall" and features live German music, Bavarian cuisine and a wide variety of beers. Each year in the fall, Munich also hosts the Oktoberfest, the Bavarian beer festival. According to Muenchen.de, the festival itself draws in more than six million visitors every year.
Known as the home of the infamous Berlin Wall, Berlin is a city with an interesting past and a vibrant future. In fact, the German National Tourist Board claims that Berlin is "one of Europe's most vibrant, exciting and colorful capitals." With more than 7,000 bars, restaurants and nightclubs, Berlin offers visitors an energetic and lively vacation atmosphere. One of the most infamous attractions in Berlin is the Brandenburg Gate, which once stood next to the Berlin Wall, keeping people from entering or leaving the city. Visitors might also enjoy taking a historical tour of the Berlin Wall and Checkpoint Charlie. Berlin is also home to an array of beautiful churches, such as the Berliner Dom.
Visitors who prefer a more contemporary vacation spot might consider the city of Frankfurt. According to the German National Tourist Board, "Frankfurt am Main is a metropolis at the heart of Europe ... The traditional and the modern, business and culture, big-city bustle and tranquil havens all exist happily here side by side." The downtown area features modern skyscrapers, which provide for a beautiful skyline. Frankfurt's most famous landmark is the Roemer Town Hall, where city councilors meet. Other local attractions in Frankfurt include the St. Paul's Church, the Banking District and the Goethe House, the birthplace of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
