You can tell a city by how it shops, and Munich shops with money, taste, and a strict respect for Sunday. The compact Altstadt squeezes a Munich shopping mall or department store into nearly every block — from the luxury cathedral of Oberpollinger at Karlstor to the workaday Galeria on Marienplatz, the architectural showpiece of Fünf Höfe, and Europe’s largest underground passage at Stachus. Step beyond the Altring and you find big-box malls like Riem Arcaden and OEZ that locals actually rely on. This 2026 guide covers every department store, indoor arcade and out-of-town mall worth your time, plus tax-free refunds, opening hours, the Bavarian Sunday rule, and where to find Lederhosen, vinyl, and ski boots.

Munich Shopping Quick Facts

Category	Best Pick
Best luxury department store	Oberpollinger (Neuhauser Strasse 18)
Best mid-range department store	Galeria Marienplatz (Kaufingerstrasse)
Best mall outside the centre	Riem Arcaden (U2 Messestadt West)
Biggest mall in Munich	Olympia-Einkaufszentrum (OEZ), ~130 shops
Biggest department store	Oberpollinger — seven floors, ~33,000 m²
Best architectural shopping	Fünf Höfe (Herzog & de Meuron design)
Best for Bavarian Tracht	Lodenfrey (Maffeistrasse 7)
Late opening	Most Altstadt big stores until 20:00; Oberpollinger / Galeria often until 20:00 Mon–Sat
Sundays (“Ladenschluss”)	Shops closed across Bavaria — see below
Sunday exceptions	Hauptbahnhof, Ostbahnhof, Pasing Bahnhof, Munich Airport, bakeries, museum shops
Tax-free shopping minimum	€50.01 on a single receipt, non-EU residents
VAT refund	Up to 19% (net ~9–13% after fees)

Ladenschluss: Why Bavaria Closes on Sunday

Before you plan a Sunday at Oberpollinger, you need to understand Bavaria’s Ladenschluss — the shop-closing law. Bavaria enforces one of Germany’s strictest retail Sabbaths: with very few exceptions, all department stores, malls, supermarkets, and boutiques are closed on Sundays and public holidays. That includes Marienplatz, Maximilianstrasse, every shopping center Munich can offer, and the entire Kaufingerstrasse pedestrian zone. It is not a quiet day — it is a closed one.

Sunday Shopping Reality

• Hauptbahnhof, Ostbahnhof, Pasing station: Shops inside railway buildings open Sundays — Edeka and REWE supermarkets at Hauptbahnhof (~06:00–23:00), plus bakeries, dm, kiosks, and bookshops.
• Munich Airport (MUC): Both terminals open seven days for fashion, electronics, souvenirs and luxury — useful for last-minute gifts.
• Verkaufsoffener Sonntag (open Sundays): A handful of “shopping Sundays” each year (usually Carnival Sunday and the first Oktoberfest Sunday), with shops open 13:00–18:00. Check muenchen.de first.
• Bakeries: Many bakeries open Sunday mornings (07:00 to noon) for fresh Brez’n and rolls.
• Restaurants, cafés, beer gardens, museums: All open as normal Sundays — Pinakothek, Englischer Garten, long beer-hall lunch day.
• Shopping nights instead of Sundays: Munich approved four annual “Shoppingnächte” from 2026 — extended Friday openings in April, autumn, Black Friday, and the third Advent Saturday.

If your only free day is Sunday, plan flea markets, museums, parks and beer gardens — not shopping.

Typical Munich Opening Hours

• Big department stores & central malls: Monday–Saturday 10:00–20:00 (some until 21:00)
• Smaller boutiques: Monday–Saturday 10:00–19:00 (some close 18:30)
• Out-of-centre malls (Riem, OEZ, PEP, Pasing): Monday–Saturday 09:30 or 10:00 – 20:00
• Saturdays: Same hours as weekdays — the old “langer Samstag” (long Saturday) ending early is gone since the 2006 reform

Munich’s Great Department Stores

Oberpollinger — Luxury Anchor at Karlstor

The most important Munich department store for serious shoppers, and a listed heritage building since 1905. Oberpollinger belongs to the KaDeWe Group (the same family as Berlin’s KaDeWe and Hamburg’s Alsterhaus), and its position at Karlstor/Stachus makes it the natural starting point for any walk down Kaufingerstrasse. Seven floors carry Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Bottega Veneta and Saint Laurent on the ground-floor luxury boulevard; Acne, Ami, Stone Island and Off-White on the contemporary floors; plus beauty, fragrance, Tracht, kidswear, and a rooftop terrace.

• Address: Neuhauser Strasse 18, 80331 München
• U-Bahn: U4/U5 Karlsplatz (Stachus), S-Bahn all lines Karlsplatz
• Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00; Sun closed
• Inside: The Cloud rooftop bar & restaurant on the 5th floor (city views), several espresso bars on the ground floor
• Tax-free: Dedicated tax-free desk on the ground floor — Global Blue and Planet

Galeria Marienplatz (former Kaufhof) — Mid-Range Classic

The most central, the most familiar, the most everyday. Galeria Marienplatz (the old Kaufhof) sits directly on Marienplatz with a clear view of the Glockenspiel. Six floors of fashion (Esprit, Tommy Hilfiger, Marc O’Polo), beauty, household, toys and a basement supermarket with a strong Bavarian deli. Reliable mid-range names, prices you won’t lose sleep over.

• Address: Kaufingerstrasse 1–5, 80331 München
• U-Bahn / S-Bahn: Marienplatz
• Hours: Mon–Sat 09:30–20:00; Sun closed
• Inside: Dinea self-service restaurant on the top floor with a panorama terrace over Marienplatz — surprisingly good for a quick Bavarian lunch and one of Munich’s best cheap views
• Tax-free: Customer service counter on the 4th floor, Global Blue forms

Galeria Stachus — Smaller Sister Store

A smaller Galeria opposite Oberpollinger at Karlsplatz/Stachus — focused on fashion, lingerie, and basics. Use it if Marienplatz is heaving (which it always is at lunchtime).

• Address: Karlsplatz/Stachus, Sonnenstrasse 1, 80331 München
• Hours: Mon–Sat 09:30–20:00; Sun closed

Ludwig Beck — “Kaufhaus der Sinne” (House of Senses)

The Munich department store with the most personality, sitting in the southeast corner of Marienplatz since 1861. Ludwig Beck carries elegant womenswear, menswear, cashmere, fragrance and Tracht, but it is most famous for the 5th-floor music department — continental Europe’s largest classical, jazz, and world-music section, with a sprawling vinyl room. Quiet 4th-floor café with Glockenspiel views.

• Address: Marienplatz 11, 80331 München
• U-Bahn / S-Bahn: Marienplatz
• Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00; Sun closed
• Inside: Café Beck on the 4th floor; classical-music section worth a long browse on the 5th
• Tax-free: Customer service desk, ground floor

Hirmer — Europe’s Biggest Menswear Store

Hirmer (founded 1914) is one of the largest dedicated menswear floors in the German-speaking world — 9,000 m² of men’s fashion only. Five storeys of suits, tailoring (bespoke on the third floor), casualwear, denim, shoes, and a big-and-tall department. Brands from Hugo Boss to Pal Zileri, Brioni, and Drumohr. Service is old-school thorough.

• Address: Kaufingerstrasse 28, 80331 München
• U-Bahn / S-Bahn: Marienplatz or Karlsplatz
• Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00; Sun closed
• Tax-free: Yes, ask at the customer service counter

Konen (now part of the Breuninger group)

Konen at Sendlinger Tor was the legendary family-run Munich women’s-fashion specialist. The historic store has been redeveloped, with the upmarket department-store tradition continuing on the same site under the Breuninger umbrella, premium and contemporary labels across several floors. Check current hours on arrival.

• Address: Sendlinger Strasse 3, 80331 München
• U-Bahn: U1/U2/U3/U6/U7/U8 Sendlinger Tor

Sport Schuster — Mountain Sports Cathedral

Seven floors and 5,000 m² of climbing, hiking, ski touring, alpine running and trekking gear, organised around a real 25-metre indoor climbing wall. The running floor (added 2023) is the city’s largest, with treadmill gait analysis.

• Address: Rosenstrasse 1–5, 80331 München
• U-Bahn / S-Bahn: Marienplatz
• Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00; Sun closed

SportScheck — Multi-Sport Department Store

SportScheck on Sendlinger Strasse is broader and less specialist than Schuster — football, fitness, swimwear, running, ski, kids across multiple floors.

• Address: Sendlinger Strasse 6, 80331 München
• U-Bahn: Marienplatz / Sendlinger Tor
• Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00; Sun closed

Lodenfrey — Bavarian Tracht Since 1842

For a serious Lederhosen, proper Dirndl, or a loden coat that outlives you. Lodenfrey has dressed Munich since 1842; six floors behind the Frauenkirche cover Tracht and luxury fashion. The Tracht department is one of the world’s largest, with hand-stitched buckskin Lederhosen, silk Dirndl aprons and felt hats. Upper floors carry Brunello Cucinelli, Etro, Moncler, Bogner, Max Mara, and Polo Ralph Lauren. For more on Munich gift shopping, see our Munich souvenirs guide.

• Address: Maffeistrasse 7, 80333 München
• U-Bahn / S-Bahn: Marienplatz (3-minute walk)
• Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–19:00 (Sat often until 18:00); Sun closed
• Inside: Café Lodenfrey on the top floor — a serene, quietly elegant lunch break
• Tax-free: Yes; staff handle Global Blue and Planet forms in-store

Munich’s Shopping Streets (Not Malls, But Essential)

Kaufingerstrasse & Neuhauser Strasse — The Main Drag

The 800-metre pedestrian zone from Karlstor to Marienplatz is one of Germany’s busiest retail streets. Kaufingerstrasse (Marienplatz toward the Frauenkirche) and Neuhauser Strasse (toward Karlstor) blur into one chain-flagship lineup: Zara, H&M, Mango, Uniqlo, Levi’s, Apple, Esprit, Bershka, Tommy Hilfiger, plus Galeria, Hirmer, Sport Schuster, and Oberpollinger anchoring the far end. Wide pavements, street performers, foot traffic peaking at lunchtime and after work.

Theatinerstrasse — Upmarket

A block north of Marienplatz, Theatinerstrasse is calmer and more elegant — Fünf Höfe, Schäfflerhof, the Theatinerkirche. Hugo Boss, Massimo Dutti, Falconeri, Karl Lagerfeld, plus private galleries and the Kunsthalle. Browse here if Kaufingerstrasse feels too hectic.

Maximilianstrasse — Pure Luxury

Munich’s luxury boulevard, lined with Chanel, Hermès, Dior, Cartier, Bulgari, Bottega Veneta, Armani, Versace and the courtyard of the Maximilianhöfe. See our dedicated Maximilianstrasse shopping guide for the full block-by-block walk.

Sendlinger Strasse — Boutiques and Chains

Marienplatz south to Sendlinger Tor — Hofstatt, SportScheck, Konen/Breuninger, and independent boutiques (concept stores, perfume shops, German labels like Closed and Drykorn). A slower stroll after Kaufingerstrasse fatigue.

Indoor Arcades & Malls in the Centre

Fünf Höfe — Architecture and Mid-Luxury

Munich’s most beautiful shopping arcade. Fünf Höfe (“Five Courtyards”) was designed by Herzog & de Meuron and opened in 2003, threading five interconnected courtyards between Theatinerstrasse and Maffeistrasse. Mid-luxury mix: Hugo Boss, Massimo Dutti, Max Mara, Patrizia Pepe, Emporio Armani, Falconeri, Muji, Wempe — plus the Kunsthalle Munich, Olafur Eliasson’s sphere sculpture, and Tita Giese’s “Hanging Gardens” suspended over the Salvatorpassage. Over 7 million visitors a year. Coffee at Café Schumann.

• Address: Theatinerstrasse 11–15, 80333 München
• U-Bahn: Marienplatz or Odeonsplatz
• Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00 (some boutiques close at 19:00); restaurants and cafés have separate hours
• Inside: Café Schumann, Restaurant Brenner Operngrill nearby, Kunsthalle München for art breaks

Schäfflerhof — Newer, Quieter Sibling

Diagonally opposite Fünf Höfe at Theatinerstrasse/Maffeistrasse. Opened 2013, brick-clad ensemble by Ivano Gianola — fashion, accessories and home design. Handy stop between Fünf Höfe and Lodenfrey.

Stachus Passagen — Underground Europe’s Biggest

Below Karlsplatz/Stachus sits one of Europe’s largest underground shopping centres — 10,000 m², ~60 stores, connecting the S-Bahn, U-Bahn and street-level Galeria/Oberpollinger exits. Mid-range and useful: Rossmann, dm, Müller, H&M, Snipes, Tchibo, plus a food court (kebab, Asian, bakery) and services like key cutting and shoe repair. 300,000 people pass through daily.

• Address: Karlsplatz/Stachus underground, 80335 München
• U-Bahn / S-Bahn: Karlsplatz (Stachus) — all S-Bahn lines
• Hours: Mon–Sat roughly 09:30–20:00; Sun closed (though the underground concourse remains open as a transit space)

Hofstatt — Boutique Mall in the Old Süddeutsche Building

Built into the old Süddeutsche Zeitung newspaper building, Hofstatt opened in 2013 — 15,500 m² with ~25 stores: & Other Stories, COS, Hollister, a basement Edeka, and a quiet food-and-coffee atrium.

• Address: Sendlinger Strasse 10, 80331 München
• U-Bahn: Marienplatz or Sendlinger Tor
• Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00; Sun closed

Maximilianhöfe — Luxury Courtyard

Behind the Bayerische Staatsoper, Maximilianhöfe is the luxury-courtyard sibling of Fünf Höfe — quieter, more select, more expensive. Bottega Veneta, Brioni, Ermenegildo Zegna, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, plus the Staatsoper’s stage entrance.

• Address: Maximilianstrasse 11–15 / Marstallplatz, 80539 München
• U-Bahn: U3/U4/U5/U6 Marienplatz, or tram 19 Nationaltheater

The Big Malls Outside the Centre

Munich’s big out-of-centre malls are essential for two situations: when it’s raining (warm, dry, indoors), and when you want to see how locals actually shop (less touristy, more comfortable). All are easy U-Bahn rides from Marienplatz.

Riem Arcaden — The Eastern Anchor

Riem Arcaden sits next to Messe München, opened 2004. Three floors, 61,000 m², ~130 shops including H&M, Zara, C&A, Saturn, Hugendubel, Apple Premium Reseller, Müller, Edeka, plus a big food court. Glass roof, plenty of seating, family bathrooms, indoor playground, sun deck. Easy 20-minute U2 ride from Marienplatz.

• Address: Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 81829 München
• U-Bahn: U2 Messestadt West (exit directly into the mall)
• Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00; Sun closed
• Vibe: Local families, mixed ages, very different rhythm from the Altstadt

Olympia-Einkaufszentrum (OEZ) — Biggest of All

Built for the 1972 Olympics, OEZ in Moosach is the biggest Munich shopping mall by store count — ~130 shops on two floors under a glass roof. Broad mix: H&M, Zara, Primark, C&A, Saturn, MediaMarkt, Galeria, Decathlon, Tchibo, plus Munich’s biggest Lego store and Lego Discovery area for kids. Direct on the U3 from Marienplatz (~17 min) and U1 from Hauptbahnhof.

• Address: Hanauer Strasse 68, 80993 München
• U-Bahn: U1/U3 Olympia-Einkaufszentrum (named after the mall — exit at the station)
• Hours: Mon–Sat 09:30–20:00; Sun closed
• Vibe: Working-class friendly, big and lively, great for families and rainy days

Pasing Arcaden — Western Munich’s Local Mall

Built directly into Pasing’s S-Bahn station — 63,000 m², ~100–130 shops over three floors: H&M, Zara, Esprit, Müller, Edeka, Hugendubel, Saturn, and a substantial food court. Mostly local commuter crowd, lighter than Riem or OEZ. Useful if you’re based in Westend or Pasing.

• Address: Pasinger Bahnhofsplatz 5, 81241 München
• S-Bahn: S3/S4/S6/S8/S20 Pasing
• Hours: Mon–Sat 09:30–20:00; Sun closed

PEP Einkaufs-Center Neuperlach

Southeast Munich workhorse, opened 1981, ~130 shops over 60,000 m² — H&M, Zara, C&A, Saturn, plus a Cinemaxx multiplex and 3,000-space free car park. Useful if you’re staying southeast.

• Address: Ollenhauerstrasse 6, 81737 München
• U-Bahn: U5 Neuperlach Zentrum (direct exit into the mall)
• Hours: Mon–Sat 09:30–20:00; Sun closed

Outlet Shopping: A Train Ride Away

Ingolstadt Village (1 Hour by Train)

The Bicester Collection’s Munich outlet — 110+ designer boutiques at 30–70% off in a mock-village of cobbled streets and restaurants. Brands include Armani, Bally, Burberry, Boss, Calvin Klein, Furla, Lacoste, Loewe, Polo Ralph Lauren, Samsonite, Sandro, Tommy Hilfiger, Versace. Open Monday to Saturday — closed Sunday.

• By train: Munich Hauptbahnhof to Ingolstadt Hauptbahnhof, ICE/IC trains every 30 minutes, journey 30–45 minutes; then bus 10 or 11 to Brückenkopf, change to bus 20 to Ingolstadt Village (about 20 minutes total)
• Shopping Express bus: Direct coach service from central Munich (Karlsplatz or Hotel Bayerischer Hof, depending on year) to the Village door — book online in advance; typically €15–€20 return
• VIP card: Ask at the welcome centre for a free “Shopping Express VIP card” giving an extra ~10% off many boutiques

Tax-Free Shopping: How to Claim Your VAT Refund

Live outside the EU? You can reclaim Germany’s 19% VAT on Munich purchases. After operator fees the net refund is around 9–13% — real money on a big shop.

Who Qualifies

• You must legally reside outside the EU (passport required)
• The goods must leave the EU within three months of purchase
• Minimum €50.01 on a single receipt from one store on the same day
• Goods must be unused and in original packaging when you leave the EU

Step by Step

1. At the store: Show your non-EU passport and ask for a Tax-Free form. Most large stores use Global Blue or Planet
2. Keep: Tax-Free form, original receipt, goods and passport — keep them together
3. At Munich Airport when you leave the EU: Before bag-drop, visit the Zoll (customs) office. Show passport, form, receipt, goods — the officer stamps or digitally validates. No stamp, no refund
4. Submit: Drop the stamped form at the Global Blue or Planet kiosk after security. Pick cash (lower after fees), credit-card (better rate) or app (fastest)
5. If flying within the EU first: Get the stamp at your final EU departure airport, not Munich

Practical Tips

• Arrive at MUC at least 30 minutes early — the Zoll desk often has a queue
• Keep tax-free purchases in your carry-on if possible

Munich/Bavarian Gifts to Look For

• Lederhosen and Dirndl: Lodenfrey (Maffeistrasse) for proper quality; Galeria and Oberpollinger have rental and entry-level options too
• Classical and jazz vinyl: Ludwig Beck’s 5th floor — continental Europe’s largest classical music selection
• Nymphenburg porcelain: The official boutique on Odeonsplatz
• Munich beer mugs (“Maßkrüge”): Stachus Passagen souvenir stores, or the Hofbräuhaus shop
• Gingerbread, marzipan, schnapps: Galeria Marienplatz basement, plus Dallmayr on Dienerstrasse

For a deeper dive on Bavarian gifts and where to find them, see our Munich souvenirs guide and our vintage and flea markets guide for second-hand and one-off finds.

Kid-Friendly Shopping Picks

• OEZ: Munich’s biggest Lego store and Lego Discovery area, plus large toy floors and a family-friendly food court
• Riem Arcaden: Free indoor play areas, family bathrooms, baby-changing rooms, and step-free everywhere
• Galeria Marienplatz: Toy department on the upper floors and the panoramic Dinea restaurant on top — easy lunch break overlooking the Glockenspiel
• Oberpollinger: A whole kids’ floor with Petit Bateau, Burberry Kids, Bonpoint, plus playful seating
• Sport Schuster: Kids can watch climbers on the 25-metre indoor wall while parents shop — surprisingly entertaining

If you’re trying to combine kids and a rainy day, see our dedicated rainy day with kids in Munich guide — the malls are a major part of the answer.

Accessibility

• All major department stores (Oberpollinger, Galeria, Ludwig Beck, Lodenfrey, Hirmer) have elevators between every floor and step-free entrances
• All out-of-centre malls (Riem, OEZ, PEP, Pasing) are fully wheelchair-accessible with step-free U-Bahn connections, lifts to every level, and accessible bathrooms
• Stachus Passagen is fully step-free below ground

Cafés Inside Worth Stopping For

• The Cloud, Oberpollinger 5th floor: Roof restaurant & bar, city views toward the Frauenkirche
• Dinea, Galeria Marienplatz top floor: Self-service Bavarian lunch with a Glockenspiel view
• Café Lodenfrey, Maffeistrasse top floor: Quiet, elegant, brilliant cake — refuge for serious shoppers
• Café Schumann, Fünf Höfe: Buzzy lunch crowd and a long bar — opens for breakfast through dinner

Vibe Comparison: Tourist Centre vs Local Malls

Location	Vibe	Best For
Kaufingerstrasse / Marienplatz	Touristy, busy, international chains	Convenience, classic Munich photo ops
Theatinerstrasse / Fünf Höfe	Calmer, refined, mid-luxury	Architecture, gifts, good coffee
Maximilianstrasse / Maximilianhöfe	Luxury-quiet, see and be seen	Designer flagships, watches, jewelry
Riem Arcaden	Local families, modern, plenty of seating	Rainy day, casual all-day, kids
OEZ	Working-class friendly, big and lively	Variety, value, Lego, MediaMarkt
Pasing Arcaden	Commuter local, less crowded	Quick stops if staying west
Ingolstadt Village	Resort-style outlet, day trip	Designer bargains, 30–70% off

Mistakes to Avoid

• Showing up to shop on a Sunday: The single most common visitor mistake. Bavaria is closed. Visit a museum, beer garden, or the Englischer Garten instead
• Forgetting that public holidays close shops too: Bavaria has a lot of Catholic holidays (Epiphany, Corpus Christi, Assumption, All Saints’ Day, plus the federal ones). Check before you plan
• Expecting air conditioning during heatwaves: Galeria Marienplatz and Ludwig Beck have only patchy AC. Oberpollinger, Riem Arcaden and OEZ are cool; the centre stores can be sweaty in July
• Confusing BMW Welt with a mall: BMW Welt is the BMW Group’s flagship vehicle-collection centre near the Olympiapark. It’s a free attraction with a BMW Lifestyle shop, but it is not a shopping mall
• Missing the tax-free minimum: Spread your shopping across multiple receipts and you may not hit €50.01 anywhere. Consolidate one larger purchase per store
• Forgetting your passport: Big stores want to see it on the spot to issue a tax-free form. Photos and copies are routinely refused

Frequently Asked Questions

Are stores in Munich open on Sundays?

No — Bavaria’s Ladenschluss law keeps almost all retail closed on Sundays and public holidays. Exceptions: shops inside Hauptbahnhof, Ostbahnhof and Pasing stations, Munich Airport, bakeries (Sunday mornings), and the few “verkaufsoffener Sonntag” dates each year. Plan shopping Monday to Saturday.

Where can I do tax-free shopping in Munich?

Most large stores (Oberpollinger, Galeria, Ludwig Beck, Lodenfrey, Hirmer, plus Maximilianstrasse flagships) display Global Blue or Planet stickers. Spend €50.01+ on one receipt, ask for the form, get a customs stamp at Munich Airport, submit at the refund kiosk after security.

What is the best mall outside the centre?

Riem Arcaden (U2 Messestadt West) is the cleanest and most modern — 130 shops on three floors, family-friendly. OEZ (U1/U3) is bigger and cheaper. For scale, OEZ; for atmosphere, Riem.

Where do I buy proper Bavarian souvenirs in a department store?

Lodenfrey for serious Lederhosen, Dirndl and loden coats; Galeria Marienplatz basement for Bavarian deli foods and beer mugs; Oberpollinger for the Tracht boutique; Ludwig Beck for vinyl. Avoid the cheap souvenir shops along Kaufingerstrasse.

Is Ingolstadt Village worth the day trip?

For dedicated outlet shoppers, yes — 110+ designer brands at 30–70% off, 30–45 minutes by train. Stack with tax-free as a non-EU resident and the savings on luggage, leather goods or coats can be real. Casual shoppers should stick to the Altstadt.

Do Munich malls accept credit cards?

Almost universally yes for department stores, chain shops, and big malls. Smaller boutiques sometimes prefer EC-card or cash, and traditional Bavarian businesses can be cash-only. Visa and Mastercard widely accepted, Amex less so. Carry €30–50 in cash.

A Smart Munich Shopping Plan

One shopping day: walk Kaufingerstrasse from Oberpollinger to Marienplatz, dip into Hirmer and Sport Schuster, cross to Fünf Höfe for architecture, finish at Lodenfrey or Ludwig Beck. Rainy with kids: U2 to Riem or U3 to OEZ. Bargain hunter: a full day at Ingolstadt Village. Above all, don’t make Sunday your shopping day. See also our complete shopping guide, Maximilianstrasse luxury, souvenirs, flea markets, and the Altstadt-Lehel guide.