Overview
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.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private licensed Austria Guide - from doorstep/pier/train station
Food and Drinks and personal expenses.
Transport to/from Attractions
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Karlskirche
15 min
The Art Mart in front of spectacularly illuminated St. Charles’ church is full of crafted gifts, traditional foods and a playground for kids.
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St. Stephen's Cathedral
15 min
St. Stephen’s Cathedral is surrounded by a market that features typical Viennese things like snow-globes. The fragrances of Christmas are all around.
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Graben and Kohlmarkt
15 min
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.
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The Hofburg
15 min
St. Michael’s Gate is the most impressive access to the Hofburg Palace, center of power for more than seven hundred years.
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Am Hof
15 min
Here the iconic “Speckstandl” stands out – sausages, hams, bacon and hearty bites and all the treasures of a smoke house.
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Freyung
15 min
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.
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Freyung Passage
15 min
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”.
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Christmas Market on Rathausplatz
15 min
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!
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15 min
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!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Vienna).
Additional Information
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna
Can I cancel Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private licensed Austria Guide - from doorstep/pier/train station
What's not included?
- Food and Drinks and personal expenses.
- Transport to/from Attractions
Which places does it visit?
It visits Karlskirche, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Graben and Kohlmarkt, The Hofburg, Am Hof, Freyung, Freyung Passage, Christmas Market on Rathausplatz.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by SCHINDL Local Services & Day Tours
