Oktoberfest Beer tents
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The 14 big Oktoberfest tents
Augustiner tent
Augustiner
- 8,500 seats
Locals Score
9/10
US / Tourist Score
4/10
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The Augustiner Festzelt is the second-oldest beer tent at Oktoberfest and is still the only major tent that serves its beer exclusively from traditional 200-liter wooden barrels. This gives the beer its famously smooth and creamy taste, a point of pride for locals. The tent, rich in tradition, is especially beloved by long-time Munich residents and has the highest proportion of locals of all the large tents. Because of this strong local character, the music program consists almost entirely of traditional brass bands, and international visitors sometimes miss the broader acceptance and international party hits commonly played in other tents..
"Stunning atmosphere and delicious food, but not the most ideal choice for internationals."
Hacker-Pschorr
- 9,300 seats
Locals Score
9/10
US / Tourist Score
7/10
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The Hacker Festzelt is extremely popular in Munich, and whole generations make their way back there every single year. The crowd has become noticeably younger over time, and the party can get properly wild – honestly one of the best party atmospheres at Oktoberfest. The tent is also known as the “Sky of the Bavarians,” since the blue-and-white ceiling is designed to look like the Bavarian sky. It’s without question one of the most beautiful tents on the whole Wiesn.
"Everything speaks in favor of Hacker – except one thing: it can get seriously crowded, and finding a spot can turn into a real battle. Stunning atmosphere and delicious food, but not the most ideal choice for internationals"
Armbrustschützen tent
Paulaner
- 7,460 seats
Locals Score
5/10
US / Tourist Score
6/10
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The Armbrustschützenzelt used to stand out for its lighter crowds and its tasty Paulaner beer. As a traditional marksmen’s tent, it became famous through the crossbow guilds that once trained there. The interior, decorated with hunting trophies beneath a green-and-white canopy, still reflects this heritage today. In recent years, however, the quality of the tables, the food, and even the sound system has declined, while the prices have risen. Nevertheless, it remains a solid overall choice with a balanced mix of tradition and atmosphere.
"Decent and atmospheric, but declining quality and rising prices keep it from being a top pick"
Bräurosl tent
Hacker-Pschorr
- 8,4000 seats
Locals Score
8/10
US / Tourist Score
8/10
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The Bräurosl tent is the newest, and therefore the most modern and brightest tent at Oktoberfest. Its high ceiling and beautiful gallery make it truly unique. We appreciate the well-balanced mix of locals and international visitors, as well as the blend of party atmosphere and traditional music. Over the past years, it has steadily built a stronger and stronger reputation.
"Every day around noon a fresh barrel is tapped and a small amount of free beer is handed out. Be there!"
Fischer Vroni tent
Augustiner
- 4,000 seats
Locals Score
7/10
US / Tourist Score
5/10
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As the first tent you pass when coming in from the main entrance, this smaller tent already stands out from afar thanks to the smell of freshly grilled fish. Locals love it for the fresh Augustiner beer, but apart from that it’s a pretty quiet tent and mainly great for eating. There’s also a lot of traditional, more classical-style music, so internationals don’t always get the full Oktoberfest party vibe here.
"If you’re after a big pink, high-energy party, come by on the second Wiesn Monday for the queer event."
Hofbräu tent
Hofbräu
- 10,000 seats
Locals Score
4/10
US / Tourist Score
10/10
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Hofbräu is not only the most well-known beer tent in the world, but also the largest one at the entire Oktoberfest. Thanks to the many international restaurants that share the same name, it’s famous worldwide — which is why you’ll meet the most tourists there and experience the wildest party.
"If you want to party hard with some Australians... this is your place."
Löwenbräu tent
Löwenbräu
- 5,800 seats
Locals Score
5/10
US / Tourist Score
7/10
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The Löwenbräu tent is a magnet for fans of TSV 1860 Munich, and even the football team itself is known to celebrate there from time to time. Many visitors are drawn in by the roaring lions at the entrance and the iconic beer tower — which, fun fact, is now just a replica and no longer holds any actual beer barrels. Locals show up a bit less these days, while the density of international visitors has been steadily rising.
"Lots of internationals and plenty of international party hits"
Marstall tent
Spaten
- 4,000 seats
Locals Score
7/10
US / Tourist Score
8/10
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The Marstall has really been growing into the big footsteps of its legendary predecessor, the Hippodrom. It’s the first tent on the right after entering through the main gate, and you immediately notice the many horse motifs and the colorful, modern design. The food there is one of the best on the entire Wiesn, and the band stands out with creative medleys you won’t hear in any other tent. Up on the wide balconies you’ll often find Munich’s who’s who, celebrating in a slightly more upscale, laid-back style than elsewhere.
"The champagne bar says it all. Wine, sparkling wine, and champagne flow just as generously as the beer in this tent"
Ochsenbraterei
Spaten
- 5,900 seats
Locals Score
6/10
US / Tourist Score
5/10
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The Ochsenbraterei is famous for the oxen roasted there — and they’re genuinely delicious. The tent offers a solid mix of young and old, tradition and party. Especially in the past few years, the evening atmosphere has noticeably improved, so it’s no longer just a place to eat but also a place to celebrate. You’ll still find mostly locals here, which gives it a distinctly Munich vibe.
"Even outside the tent you can grab the legendary Ochsenfetzen sandwich. So good!"
Paulaner tent
Paulaner
- 8,400 seats
Locals Score
7/10
US / Tourist Score
9/10
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The Paulaner tent is massive, and especially in the evenings it basically turns into a huge disco — the energy in there can really hit boiling point. Over the years, the crowd has shifted more toward international visitors than locals, and the tent has tried to balance that out with more traditional brass music on Wednesdays. Unfortunately, that mix has slightly clouded the overall vibe in recent years, even though the Paulaner used to be one of the absolute favorites for both locals and tourists alike.
"If you want to drown a beer at noon, the Paulaner is the place to go — and you definitely won’t be the only one."
Schottenhamel tent
Spaten
- 9,000 seats
Locals Score
6/10
US / Tourist Score
6/10
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The Schottenhamel is the oldest tent on the Wiesn, and it’s where the mayor taps the very first beer of Oktoberfest. Alongside this big tradition, the tent has a few quirks of its own: the small square tables, the slightly unusual outfits worn by the staff, and an overall vibe that’s a bit different from the other tents. It’s especially popular with the youngest crowd — this is where the youngest Wiesn visitors go all out and celebrate.
"The place to be for the young and wild."
Schützen tent
Löwenbräu
- 7,500 seats
Locals Score
10/10
US / Tourist Score
8/10
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The Schützenzelt is without a doubt one of the most popular tents on the Wiesn. It’s not just a hotspot for Munich’s “Schickeria,” but also for plenty of celebrities who stop by to sip a Löwenbräu Maß and get photographed in their newest dirndl or lederhosen. There’s also a good amount of wine and champagne flowing. The tent strikes a really nice balance: young and old, great food, and a lively party vibe all in one place.
"If you’ve ever dreamed of bumping into Drake in person, this is your tent. He showed up here last year."
Käfer tent
Paulaner
- 3,200 seats
Locals Score
7/10
US / Tourist Score
3/10
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The Käfer tent is more of an Alpine-style chalet than an actual tent, which is why many international visitors end up a bit disappointed at first — you just don’t get that classic Oktoberfest feeling of thousands of people partying around you. Instead, the space is divided into smaller, more private areas, which is exactly what makes Käfer so popular with celebs and the wealthy crowd. Across two floors, the partying happens with plenty of champagne and absolutely no shortage of money until half past 12pm.
"Getting a table here in the evening is basically impossible — unless you know someone who knows someone."
Kufflers Wein tent
No beer (only wheat beer)
- 2,500 seats
Locals Score
8/10
US / Tourist Score
6/10
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Whoever heads into the Weinzelt should know right away that you won’t be getting the famous 1-liter beer steins here. The only beer served is wheat beer in a 0.5-liter glass — but the champagne bottles more than make up for it, and they come in very generous sizes. This slightly more upscale tent, popular with the older and well-heeled crowd, turns surprisingly wild in the evenings. Since it stays open longer than the beer tents, everyone ends up here sooner or later once the others close.
"Bring an umbrella — downstairs they love spraying champagne from magnum bottles"