Private Tour
Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Karlskirche
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
St. Stephen’s Cathedral is surrounded by a market that features typical Viennese things like snow-globes. The fragrances of Christmas are all around.
What‘s Included
Private licensed Austria Guide - from doorstep/pier/train station
Food and Drinks and personal expenses.
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Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna
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Reviews
31 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Brigitte was such a...
Liane P,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Brigitte 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!!
Loved the Christmas market tour!
Kelley S,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great 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!
More Than A Simple Market Tour!
Kerry R,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Travelers 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!
Excellent Tour & Experience!
Yolande L,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent 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.
Brigitte was an AMAZING...
Aubree D,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Brigitte 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!
Super way to see the Christmas markets and see and learn about the city. We sampled great food and muller wine. Lovely
135pamelai,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Se are so glad we did this tour - informative and entertaining - not sure why trip advisor wants more. - really great and worthwhile
Wonderful Guide - Great Experience!
Scott B,,Dec 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our 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.
Highly recommend!
Kara S,,Dec 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour experience and loved walking around the city with a local who was very friendly and knowledgeable.
The guide was very...
Marie U,,Dec 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The 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.
Lovely tour through the markets!
Nicole P,,Dec 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Brigitte was excellent! Very knowledgeable and patient with our group of 9. Highly recommend this tour!
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