Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna
Description
From mid-November to New Year's Eve, Vienna’s prettiest squares transform into magical Christmas markets. The generously illuminated monumental buildings along the Ring make a fabulous backdrop and the aroma of Christmas bakery items and hot punch creates a pre-Christmas atmosphere. Snack on cream-filled pastries, candied fruit, roasted chestnuts, and Weihnachtspunsch (a spiced "Christmas punch" of wine, brandy, or schnapps sweetened with warm fruit juices). Located on almost every corner of the city, there’s a wealth of market huts to browse with the largest marker in front of the impressive City Hall. Get in the holiday spirit on this 2.5-hour walking tour of Vienna’s Christmas Markets in some of the city’s most picturesque squares.
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Itinerary
The Art Mart in front of spectacularly illuminated St. Charles’ church is full of crafted gifts, traditional foods and a playground for kids.
St. Stephen’s Cathedral is surrounded by a market that features typical Viennese things like snow-globes. The fragrances of Christmas are all around.
Kohlmarkt and Graben are part of Vienna’s “Golden Quarter”. The cities most famous coffee-roster “Julius Meinl” and the most famous pastry maker “Demel” stand out against all the luxury shops.
St. Michael’s Gate is the most impressive access to the Hofburg Palace, center of power for more than seven hundred years.
Here the iconic “Speckstandl” stands out – sausages, hams, bacon and hearty bites and all the treasures of a smoke house.
The “Old Vienna Christmas Market” at Freyung is for many the most atmospheric one in town. Surrounded by some of the most impressive family palais, the square still has the charm of an old market square.
Ferstel Passage is a kind of a “culinary biotope” offering roman style hams, a French Mediterranean bistro, chocolatier-crafted chocolates and the delights of one of the cities best Coffeehouses, “Café Central”.
The tour ends at Vienna’s most spectacular Christmas Market which fills the whole area and park in front of illuminated City Hall. The nearby “Café Landtmann” was Sigmund Freuds favorite and still is among the best when it comes to quality and service. – You could plan dinner here!
The nearby “Café Landtmann” was Sigmund Freuds favorite and still is among the best when it comes to quality and service. – You could plan dinner here!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our tour starts at the doorstep of your hotel/vacation home. Other meeting points can be arranged. A later starting time can be arranged
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(31)
Brigitte was such a delight when touring us around the Christmas markets in Vienna. She was very knowledgeable and we appreciated her little tidbits of history throughout the night. She was very engaging and personable. Not many tour guides care to ask for the individual names of their clients, but Brigitte made sure that was the first thing she found out when she met us! She was very patient while we were walking and we aren’t used to walking in Vienna’s winter weather, so it was nice to feel like we weren’t being rushed around. Brigitte is aware that some of Vienna’s sights and happenings are being catered to the increased tourism in the city, so she made sure to show us and bring us to places that exhibited the authenticity of Viennese way of life. Before leaving us for the night, Brigitte made sure to give us specific directions for the quickest route back to our AirBnB where she met us. Would definitely recommend for future tours!!
Liane, thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback about your evening at Vienna’s Christmas markets. Brigitte takes great care to combine clear historical insight with an authentic sense of local life, and it’s wonderful to hear that her attentive, personal approach added to your experience. She values creating a relaxed pace, especially in winter, and ensuring guests feel oriented and well looked after. We appreciate your recommendation and are glad the tour offered a genuine introduction to Vienna’s seasonal traditions.
Great way to see several Christmas markets in Vienna as well as hear some history and see the sights. Walter was a great guide! Definitely recommend!
Kelly, thank you for joining me on a Christmas market walk in Vienna. Even when the weather is less cooperative, it’s a pleasure to introduce the city at this time of year, when the lights, markets, and traditions create a very special atmosphere. I’m glad you enjoyed the mix of history, sights, and seasonal flair. Your recommendation is much appreciated.
Travelers should know that this tour is much better and deeper than a simple Christmas Market tour. Walter is a scholarly tour guide who took us to numerous Christmas Markets, big and small; public and remote; old and newer. He shared concepts about Paris architecture, politics, culture, international influences, food, city government and infrastructure. We loved every minute and will book again next year. Best tour of our trip!
Kerry, thank you for this wonderful review! It is a true privilege to welcome guests to Vienna during the season of festive lights, when the city’s traditions and stories shine brightest. Our tours are most rewarding at the start of a stay, weaving together history, anecdotes, and sparkling surprises in one evening stroll. I’m delighted you felt the depth and variety of the experience. Vienna shines differently in every season—spring, summer, or fall—and each brings its own charm. We’re thrilled at the thought of welcoming you back soon!
Excellent experience! Mario was friendly, in touch ahead of time with details of where to meet and was communicating as necessary. Mario was very knowledgeable and informativeon the tour.
Thank you, Yolanda! Glad you and your family liked our evening Christmas Markets walk. Happy Holidays
Brigitte was an AMAZING tour guide. She was very personable, passionate and friendly! A perfect start to our vacation. She gave us amazing recommendations to help us navigate our vacation!
Aubree, thank you for your “enthusiastic” feedback! Brigitte epitomizes our style in presenting our hometown! Her cosmopolitan life-experience and her empathy are the benefits of a long career. To empower our guests for an own Vienna experience is the underlying idea for all our curated tours. Happy Holidays
Se are so glad we did this tour - informative and entertaining - not sure why trip advisor wants more. - really great and worthwhile
Thanks Pam, for your spontaneous and sooo positive feedback! Since Nov. 21 finally all the lights are on, and Vienna presents itself at its best. Save travels to Jordan and Egypt . . . Happy Holidays
Our guide, Daniella, was perfect for our group. She was engaging and full of interesting information about the history of Vienna. She kept the tour moving at a nice pace and filled in information about the Christmas markets too. Would highly recommend.
Thank you for your positive feedback. Glad you liked Daniela’s tour. Happy Holidays
Great tour experience and loved walking around the city with a local who was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Kara, thanks for sharing your first evening in Vienna with me. Happy Holidays
The guide was very friendly. Knowledgeable and accommodating. We got more than christmas markets info, we got tips on transport, food, and spots to return to. Was a lovely time.
Marie, thank you for your positive feedback! Glad you liked your tour with Brigitte and her suggestions helped you navigate our city. Happy Holidays
Brigitte was excellent! Very knowledgeable and patient with our group of 9. Highly recommend this tour!
Thank you, Nicole! You picked a perfect base for your family adventure in Vienna. We are happy to hear that Brigittes tour worked for all of you! Happy Holidays
