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Social Life
As previously mentioned, Munich has a tradition as a city of culture. The Bavarian State Opera,
which houses amongst other cultural facilities the Nationaltheater, is at the top of the list of some 50
theatres of which the city boasts. The Alte and Neue Pinakothek, the German Museum and the
Bavarian National Museum are the leading lights among some 50 museums, all of which deserve a
visit. Munich belongs to the pioneer cities of German cinema. Nowadays the studios at Geiselgasteig
are again producing artistically important films. Since the second world war Munich has developed
into Germany's largest centre for printed publications.
To get acquainted with life in Munich as soon as possible, it is essential to take advantage of social
and cultural opportunities. The city has a well established expatriate community, offering orientation
programs, welcome networks and lots of possibilities to socialise. To get first impressions of the city
it is helpful to attend a sightseeing or walking tour through Munich.
Useful hints: (English version available)
Clubs and Organisations
City Walking Tours of the Münchner Bildungswerk
Guided tours from May to October
Dachauer Str. 5
80335 München
Tel.: 089 - 54 58 05 15
E-Mail:
Country Walk
Two Sundays a month, starting at noon all weathers, 12 kilometres walk with a stop at a beer garden
or cafe.
R. Gipps
Tel.: 089 - 86 30 10
American Women’s Club
Many activity groups. Meetings: every 2nd Tuesday of month at15:00.
c/o Park Hilton
Am Tucherpark 7
80538 München
Tel.: 089 - 8 56 17 01
American Association of University Women (AAUW)
Monthly meetings on cultural, political and education issues every 3rd Wednesday with guest speaker
Michelle Kelly Tel.: 0179 - 1 00 72 93
Amerika Haus
Karolinenplatz 3
80333 München
Tel.: 089 - 55 25 37 80
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