6 Market Tours in Vienna to Build a Day Around

1.Christmas Market Vienna Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $103Our pick

Join Prime Tours Vienna for a 2 to 3 hour English walking tour through four seasonal stops, from Mariahilf to Maria-Theresien-Platz. Guides such as Rita, Chloe, Kamil, and Germana lead tastings of Austrian snacks, cookies, Glühwein, and punch, with stories about Vienna’s Christmas traditions.

“Very cold outdoor experience with no stops along the way with any type of out door heaters. That would have been nice to break up the tour. The limited drinks and food tastings were a nice little touch. You really can get the same experience without a guide. Guide was very nice but a novice.”

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2.Christmas Market Food and Drinks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 - 4 hours · from $140Top rated

Join Gloria from Venture Vienna for a 3 to 4-hour food tour of four lesser-known Christmas markets. Taste Käsespätzle, Baumkuchen, Kaiserschmarrn, Glühwein, and Punsch while learning Vienna’s trams, subway, and local festive customs.

“This tour was so fun! It was fun to hear a little history of the markets as well as the perspective of a local. The food choices were amazing! And I am already missing the Glüwein.”

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3.Vienna Guided Christmas Market Food and Drink Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

Join James, Claudia, or Gloria for a four-hour English tour of four Vienna Christmas markets. You’ll sample holiday snacks and alcoholic drinks, learn local history, and ride public transport between Am Hof, Spittelberg, Altes AKH, and Karlsplatz. Groups are limited to eight.

“Well worth the time and money. James, our guide was wonderful. Plenty to eat and drink. We visited 4 markets and James explained the difference of each one.”

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4.Private Christmas Market Tour to Hallstatt & Salzburg from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $690

Jenny, Vlad, or another English-speaking guide takes you by private vehicle from Vienna to Hallstatt and Salzburg for a long Christmas day. Expect lake views, mountain roads, Austrian history, festive shopping, lunch time, and hotel pickup and drop-off. The price is $690 per person.

“Outstanding Trip. Jenny was very knowledgable and made the trip enjoyable and special. She provides details and a personal touch that you would not get with other tours. In addition, she explains Austria history throughout the journey, bringing you closer to the magic of the area. This tour is highly recommended. Take it! You won't be disappointed.”

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5.Schönbrunn Palace & Christmas Market Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 2 hours · from $64Best value

Join a small group of up to 10 for a two-hour English or Chinese guided visit to Schönbrunn Palace, its gardens, and the Christmas market. The palace entry costs an extra €25 in cash, so arrive early with comfortable shoes and no large bags.

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6.Christmas at Belvedere: 3hr Private Tour of Upper Palace & Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 hours (approx.) · from $250

Spend three hours with a private English-speaking guide at Vienna’s Upper Belvedere and Christmas Market. Walk the Baroque gardens, see Klimt’s The Kiss, hear the palace story from guides such as Maria or Rita, then browse holiday treats at your own pace.

“Maria did a great job of explaining the history of the palace and what the paintings meant. Was great experience”

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