SCHWABING. This interesting automotive museum offers visitors a look at the international carmaker through displays that mark the history of the company in relation to the development of the modern automobile. Exhibits, videos, slide collections, and films are highlights of the tour. Good companion tour with a trip to the neighboring Olympic Park.

CITY CENTER ­ ALTSTADT. This interesting arts and history museum houses three floors of materials from the history and culture of the region and country. Sculptures, folk pieces, textiles, and scientific memorabilia are all on display. An array of interesting and educational displays makes this an all-day sightseeing adventure.

CITY CENTER ­ ALTSTADT. This popular museum is a draw for theater buffs from around the world. Archives contain scores of manuscripts, musical scores, costumes, and journals. The museum also offers a listing of all theatrical performances currently being staged in the city. A must see for fans of the theater. U-BAHN Odeonsplatz

CITY CENTER ­ ALTSTADT. This small, private museum houses an array of historical material pertaining to the treatment of the Jews under Hitler's regime. Artifacts include photographs, letters, and exhibits highlighting the daily lives of the people. It's a moving and informative experience.

This small village on the outskirts of the city was once a quaint artists' community before it housed the infamous concentration camp of the same name. Tours of the facility show the cruel treatment and elimination of Hitler's political enemies, Jews, and non-Germans. Photographs from the period paint an especially poignant picture. The camp is a short train ride from the city.