Vienna Christmas Market Food Tour: Skip the Crowds, Taste Local

Four Christmas markets, one afternoon, only the spots locals actually visit.

A guided Christmas market food and drink tour in Vienna takes you to four authentic Christkindlmarkts across the city (from Am Hof in the Innerstadt to the trendy 7th district and Vienna's university campus) with tastings of traditional Austrian delicacies and a native English-speaking guide. The group stays small at a maximum of eight people, and you travel between markets on Vienna's public transport network.

Step-by-step itinerary

Vienna Christmas Market Food Tour

• Meet at Am Hof Christmas market
• Travel to 7th district Christmas market
• Visit Vienna university campus Christmas market
• Finish at Art Advent Christmas market Karlsplatz

What’s included

• Tastings of Glühwein, Käsekrainer, Langos, Apple Strudel Punsch, Baumkuchen and Kaiserschmarrn.
• alcoholic beverages for guests 18 and over.
• a native English-speaking guide.
• travel between markets on Vienna's public transport network as part of the tour route.

Times

• Every day 14:00

Last departure this season: 6 Jan 2027

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Before you book

Group Up to 8 1 private ›

Live guide English Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts. 2 with pickup ›

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Ages Adult (16 and older) · Child (1 to 15 years)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Stroller-friendly Pets welcome Public transport nearby Not recommended with heart problems

Operated by Venture Vienna - Outdoor Activities & Tours

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The experience

You'll meet near Am Hof, one of Vienna's most traditional Christmas markets in the heart of the first district, close to either Stephansplatz or Herrengasse U-bahn station. From there, the tour moves through four distinct markets over four hours, each one chosen for its authentic character rather than tourist volume. A short tram ride takes you to the 7th district's narrow cobblestone lanes, where you'll taste Christmas delicacies among locals. Then another brief journey brings you to Vienna's university campus in the 9th district, a hidden gem most visitors never reach. The tour ends at the Art Advent Christmas market at Karlsplatz, known for its handmade foods, drinks and crafts, leaving you in the city center ready to explore further.

Along the way, you'll sample what makes Vienna's Christmas markets distinctive: Langos and Käsekrainer (a traditional sausage), Apple Strudel Punsch, Glühwein, Baumkuchen and Kaiserschmarrn. Alcoholic drinks are included for guests 18 and over. All tastings are provided as part of the tour. Your guide speaks English and knows which stalls and markets the crowds have missed, so you're tasting what locals actually eat rather than what's marketed to tourists. The group caps at eight people, which means you move through each market without the chaos that has overtaken Vienna's most famous Christmas markets in recent years.

Public transport between markets is built into the route and the tour duration, so you're not waiting for connections or figuring out tram lines yourself. The itinerary may shift slightly based on market opening hours and food availability on the day you visit. Infants and small children can come along in a pram or stroller, and service animals are welcome. Note that not all market locations are wheelchair accessible, and the tour involves walking through crowded outdoor spaces.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 15 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the Christmas markets on this tour and the ones I'd find on my own?

The tour deliberately avoids Vienna's most famous markets that have become overwhelmed with tourists, instead taking you to four authentic Christkindlmarkts where locals actually shop and eat. You'll visit Am Hof in the Innerstadt, the 7th district's local markets, Vienna's university campus market (rarely visited by tourists), and the Art Advent at Karlsplatz: each one chosen for its genuine character and the quality of its food.

How much does public transport cost on top of the tour price?

A public transport ticket costs approximately 6 euros and is not included in the tour price. Your guide will direct you through the tram network between markets, so you'll know exactly which lines to take and where to board.

What happens if a Christmas market is closed or running out of food on the day I visit?

The itinerary may change slightly depending on opening hours and food availability. Your guide will adapt the route to ensure you still visit four authentic markets and taste the traditional Austrian delicacies the tour is built around, so you'll get the full experience even if one specific location isn't available that day.

How much walking is involved in this tour?

You'll walk through narrow cobblestone lanes at each market and move between stalls to taste different foods, but the tour relies on Vienna's public tram network to travel between the four markets rather than walking long distances across the city. Not all market locations are wheelchair accessible, so if mobility is a concern, check the specific venues before booking.