Hofbräuallee 1, 81829 München, Germany

The Staatliches Hofbrauhaus (state court brewery), also known as Hofbrau Munchen, is the world's most famous beer hall and Munich's biggest tourist draw. The word 'court' in the name reflects its royal origins. In fact, it was established in 1589 by Duke Wilhelm V. Initially only courtiers were allowed to sample the brew but in 1828, ordinary citizens gained the right.