About the Tour

More than an average Oktoberfest guide

Local Cuisine

Savor the authentic flavors of Bavarian cuisine at Oktoberfest, from hearty classics to contemporary delights. Each dish tells a story of tradition and craftsmanship, offering a taste of local heritage. Alongside a culinary expert, you’ll explore the best of Bavarian gastronomy, from succulent Schweinshaxe to delicate Käsespätzle. Choose your adventure and indulge in the rich, comforting tastes that define Bavarian festivity.

Great Beer

Discover exceptional beers, whether local specialties, artisanal masterpieces, or traditional classics. Each beer stands out for its unique character and, most importantly, its own fascinating story. You also have the rare opportunity to meet some of the brewmasters in person. Simply choose the date that suits you best and dive into the world of beer at Oktoberfest.

Tour Attractions

Stroll the festival grounds and uncover top attractions alongside a local guide, diving into the heart of Oktoberfest’s vibrant scene. Each moment is an opportunity to experience the festival’s unique culture and traditions, guided by someone who calls this celebration home. Choose your date and embark on a journey through the festivity’s most cherished sights and sounds.

Highlights of our Tour

Sip on a large stein of Bavarian beer at Germany’s most iconic beer festival.
Tour the festival grounds and explore the top attractions with a local guide.
Sit down to a traditional lunch at a reserved table inside one of the tents.
Make new friends as you embark on a fun journey with likeminded travelers.

Description

Join a guided tour and experience Munich’s famous Oktoberfest like a local. Discover the festival grounds, learn about Bavarian culture, and head inside one of the popular beer tents to savor a traditional lunch and of course a lot of best Bavarian beer.

Head to the meeting point and meet up with your team for the day, existing of your local guide and other international travelers. We start by get to know each other over a beer and providing some general information about the day.

Then, make your way towards the Wiesn and head inside the Oktoberfest grounds to experience Germany’s iconic beer festival firsthand. Explore the main attractions as your guide regale you with fun and interesting stories about Bavarian culture and the Oktoberfest itself.

Once you’ve worked up an appetite, make your way into one of the tents where a reserved table awaits. Sit down to a traditional lunch and 2 liters of Oktoberfest beer and enjoy the lively atmosphere with your fellow travelers. You can stay as long as the reservations is (normally 3,5 – 4h).

Make sure to be able to walk a distance of approx. 1.5km, since the location ground is very widely.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Oktoberfest 2024?

The Oktoberfest 2024 in Munich takes place from Sep. 21st until Oct. 6th 2024.

Do I need a ticket for the Oktoberfest?

You don’t need a ticket to enter the Oktobefest and there are no entry fees to access the main festival grounds.

However it is very difficult to find a table or even enter on of the popular beer tents.

With our guided tour, you don’t need to worry about that, as we have table reservations for our tours in the biggest tents.

What do I need to bring for the Oktoberfest?

The most important thing is that you bring cash and a passport or identity card.

Make sure you are dressed appropriately for the weather, as the tour will take place rain or shine.

It is not allowed to bring an umbrella.

I don't drink beer nor any alcohol, is that a problem?

Of course not. Just let us know ahead of time so we can plan accordingly.

What should i wear at the Oktoberfest?

Most Oktoberfest visitors wear traditional Bavarian clothes, which is a “Dirndl” for women and “Lederhosen” for men.

These pieces are not mandatory at all and there will also be people who are dressed in casual clothes.

However, we do recommend to dress up as you will feel a lot more integrated at the whole Oktoberfest theme by wearing the traditional Bavarian outfit.

Avoid wearing cheap plastic costumes as you will immediately
stick out as a tourist.

Dirndl and Lederhosen are not considered a costume for locals and for that reason the plastic version of the traditional clothes is only worn by tourists and can even be seen as disrespectful.

Wearing comfortable shoes and bringing a jacket is a must for any outfit.

You can find more tips in our Oktoberfest Guide, which you can access after booking a tour.

What is the age minimum for the Oktoberfest tours?

Everyone from age 18 can join our tours.

What kind of food is served at Oktoberfest?

At Oktoberfest you can find a wide variety of traditional Bavarian food.

The most popular food options inside the Oktoberfest tents are 1/2 roast chicken with an Oktoberfest Pretzel.

Other popular main dishes are pork roast or roasted pork knuckle with dumplings, Wiener Schnitzel, Currywurst and Käsespätzle (“Bavarian mac and cheese”).

In the many food stalls of Oktoberfest you can find a big variety of sweet food, the most popular here are roasted almonds and ginger hearts. The iconic ginger hearts are more used as decoration than to eat nowadays but also taste delicious. Inside the Oktoberfest tents you can order a plate of Apfelstrudel or Kaiserschmarrn as delicious dessert.

What kind of beer is served at the Oktoberfest?

At Oktoberfest you can enjoy the beers from Munich breweries. Inside the big beer tents the beer options are usually limited to Helles (lager beer) and Radler (shandy – a Helles mixed with sparkling lemonade).

The Helles served at Oktoberfest is usually a special Oktoberfest brew that is stronger than the usual Helles beer.