The 11 Market Tours in Austria That Earn Their Price

1.Hungry in Vienna? A Food Lover’s Coffee & Market Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 276 reviews · 6 hours · from $136Our pick

6 hours of Viennese coffee, strudel, Naschmarkt market wander, classic sausages, and a hearty lunch. Small-group walk ending by the Opera.

“The food tour in Vienna was an amazing experience beyond our expectations, led by a knowledgeable guide who shared fascinating insights about local life. Being split into small groups made the experience more personal and engaging. We tasted a variety of delicious local dishes, and every bite was an adventure in flavor!”

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2.Christmas Market Vienna Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 53 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $103

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.”

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3.Salzburg Christmas Market & City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $348Top rated

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.”

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4.Christmas Market Food and Drinks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $140

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.”

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5.Vienna Guided Christmas Market Food and Drink Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

Taste Vienna’s Christmas markets on a 4-hour small-group food and drink walk, with an English guide and free market entry.

“Great tour. James the tour guide was smart, funny, and very knowledgeable about Vienna. He took us to four Christmas markets where we sampled beverages and traditional food. He was concerned about each of us, and gave my husband and me step by step instruction on how to return to our hotel. We were a small group and got undivided attention! Highly professional and personal. A+++++”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 12 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $690

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.”

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7.Vienna Market Private Gourmet Tour: Local Tastes and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $209

3-hour private Vienna food tour: Naschmarkt tastes with wine and beer, schnitzel, then Café Sluka Sacher torte and coffee.

“Klara was an incredible host in Vienna, hearing her share the city’s history really helped us picture life decades ago. We devoured amazing treats, from sausages and local sandwiches to the best apple strudel at a legendary old cafe. Klara, thanks for making our first day so special!”

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8.Schönbrunn Palace & Christmas Market Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 6 reviews · 2 hours · from $64Best value

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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9.Private Walking Tour of Hallstatt Market Square and Churches

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $871

Private 2-hour Hallstatt walk with a local guide, Market Square, two churches, salt-trade stories, and time at Welterbemuseum.

“Excellent! Our guide Christiana was fantastic- enthusiastic, knowledgeable and passionate about history of Hallstatt, excellent English, welcoming and accommodating. We are inspired to learn more about the whole Salzkammergut region and visited a restaurant and glacier Christiana recommended which were incredible.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $250

Private 3-hour Christmas tour at Vienna’s Belvedere, with the Upper Palace Klimt masterpieces and a guided holiday market stop.

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

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