Vienna Christmas Tour

4.8
(17 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Get into the Christmas spirit during this walking tour of Vienna. Together with your friendly local guide breathe in the spicy aromas of gingerbread as you wend your way through the traditional Viennese Christmas markets held one of the oldest squares in Vienna - Am Hof, most popular Christmas Market at Town Hall Square (Rathaus) and the last stop is Charles Square Christmas market  ( Karlsplatz) . Marvel at the city's beautiful architecture during stops at Graben and the Rathaus, then finish your tour with a mug of hot spiced wine (at your own cost)

What's Included

Professional licensed local guide
Food and drinks (available to purchase)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point is next to the entrance of Knize Store in central Vienna. Guide will hold a green sign saying "Vienna Christmas Tour". If you have any difficulties to find your guide, please call +4369917063593.

End point

Christmas Market at Karlsplatz

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Graben and Kohlmarkt

    This festive walking tour begins when you make your way to Graben Street - wonderful decorated with giant Christmas chandeliers. Greet your professional guide and the rest of your small group, and set off on foot to walk past some of Vienna's most important landmarks. Ask your guide plenty of questions; the small group size ensures personal service. 

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Freyung Passage

    The Freyung Passage is an architectural jewel with a marble columns, friezes and ironwork. Great also for window-shopping.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Freyung

    The markets on the Freyung are among the most traditional in Vienna, inspiring with traditional craftsmanship and a festive, quiet atmosphere – away from the usual hustle and bustle of many other markets.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Christmas market Am Hof is located at one of the oldest and most beautiful squares of Vienna. Famous for its "Zirbenpunsch" and big variety of local food stalls. Austrian Post is also represented here and offers visitors a very special highlights.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Burgtheater (Pass by)

    The Burgtheater is Austrian National Theatre and the most important German language theatre worldwide.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Minoritenkirche

    Minorien Church presents most impressive nativity of Vienna. The sight of this nativity scene can undoubtedly put the viewer in a meditative mood. Of course, this is partly due to the beauty of the figures, but also to the landscaping and the ingenuity in the presentation and characterisation of various types of people.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Wiener Christkindlmarkt

    The traditional Christmas market with around 150 stalls offers Christmas presents, Christmas tree ornaments, handicrafts, culinary delicacies, sweets and warming drinks. The trees in the Rathauspark and along the Ringstraße shine in festive splendor.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Rathaus (Pass by)

    Vienna City Hall (Rathaus) is the seat of Vienna’s government

    Admission ticket free
  • Wiener Staatsoper (Pass by)

    Wiener State Opera is one of the leading opera houses in the world.

    Admission ticket free
  • 7

    The tour ends at Art Advent Karlsplatz Christmas market; where you can continue to enjoy the colourful atmosphere, traditional Austrian food, and mulled wine as you browse the stalls of handicraft items and vintage-style Christmas decorations.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Oe of the most impressive baroque churches in Vienna

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Tags

Christmas
Walking Tours
City Tours
Seasonal
Public Transportation Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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