Rioca Munich Posto 3, Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Munich's elegant city centre can be reached by public transport within 15 minutes – a number of tram and bus stops and train stations are situated close to the hotel, offering excellent connections across the city. Hop on a train and plunge into the fray at Marienplatz, Munich's central square, and grab a table at one of its quaint cafés to people-watch and soak up the city's unique atmosphere.

After that, visit the exciting regions around Gärtnerplatz and Glockenbachviertel to browse local markets and drink an Aperol Spritz in one of the many trendy bars. And once you've worked up an appetite, visit the foodie hotspot that is the Viktualienmarkt, where mouthwatering regional delicacies and local beer will leave you hungry for more.

In your corner of the Bavarian capital, the leafy, wooded trails that run alongside the river Isar are easily reached on foot: from here, make an active day of it and head to the centre of the city on foot, following the river. The walk takes about 90 minutes to two hours, depending on how often you pause for photos, and gives a peaceful, green outlook on this famously verdant city.