Austria · CHRISTMAS MARKETS
The markets open in mid-November and close on or just after Christmas Eve, and the guided version mostly buys you the history and the food rather than access. These 10 cover Vienna and Salzburg, with dates, length and what the price includes.
Four Vienna Christmas markets in 2 to 3 hours with glühwein, punch with rum, snacks, and an English guide.
“Wonderful. We hit 3 Christmas markets with lots of authentic food. Our guide Andres was knowledgeable fun and engaging.”
Dinner with fortress views plus a Mozart concert and Advent or Christmas carols at Hohensalzburg, with funicular return included.
“Dinner was pleasant. The concert musicians were very talented. Having it at the Fortress was a plus.”
Private Vienna Christmas markets walking tour links major squares and sights in one easy 4:30 pm loop with a licensed local guide.
“My wife and I are quite familiar with Vienna as we've visited the city several times and have grown to love the beautiful Christmas markets. To make our latest visit even more special, we decided to book a private tour of the markets with a local guide. Our goal was to experience the holiday atmosphere like true locals, gain some insights, and learn about the differences between the various markets. Luckily, we were able to book Brigitte as our guide. From the moment we met her in the hotel lobby, we felt like we were meeting an old friend. Brigitte took us to five different markets, and along the way,…”
Salzburg Christmas Market and city tour with a local guide, cathedral and Mozart street stops, plus gingerbread tasting and a mug.
“Don't do this on the weekend if at all possible. The crowds were terrible but the tour was very informative.”
Hear Mozart and Advent music inside Fortress Hohensalzburg, with round-trip funicular rides and holiday market lights leading to a small, intimate concert.
“As a classical music listener I enjoyed all the pieces the team performed. I liked how professional they were and how amazing they were. I did not like my seat because I sat at the back and a pillar was in front of me. Also some of the audiences were chit chatting behind me and also kids crying. Overall I liked the Mozart pieces as well as other famous pieces.”
A 3-hour Vienna Christmas shopping walk with stories, Swarovski stops, and sweet time at St. Stephen’s Square. Small group, map included.
“Nicolette was very funny, attention grabbing and engaging. She had a very resounding voice that everyone could hear especially people in the back of the group which sometimes we ended up at. The group was not very big so we could stay close to the guide. I loved all the little bits of information she gave us which you don’t read in the books. Thanks for a great experience Nicollet.”
Vienna Christmas markets, four stops off the usual route, tasty Austrian winter bites, warming Glühwein and Punsch, plus tram and Metro tips.
“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.”
Private Christmas market day from Vienna to Hallstatt and Salzburg with hotel pickup, English guide, and a warm look at Austrian traditions.
“We were so impressed with our tour of Salzburg & hallstatt. Awesome cities. Viator company never disappoints. Thank you.”
Small-group Christmas markets tour from Salzburg: Lake Wolfgangsee stalls, Hallstatt village, mountain towns, with hotel pickup.
“You can not get a more friendly tour guide, each stop is a must see. I do suggest taking an umbrella just in case.”
Skip the line at Schönbrunn for a guided palace walk and a Christmas market stroll with lights, a huge tree, and warm punch.
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