Munich Market Tours: Our Top 8

1.Christmas Markets Food Tour in Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66Our pick

Spend about three hours walking from Radius Tours through Munich’s Old Town, visiting markets at Stachus, Marienplatz, the Residenz, and Odeonsplatz. Your English-speaking guide explains local customs while you sample Glühwein, Feuerzangenbowle, lebkuchen, almonds, and chestnuts. Small groups are limited to 15 people.

“Pain was a great tour guide! We saw a bunch of Christmas markets, and a few surprises! The tour was worth the cost.”

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2.Original Munich Christmas Market Tour with Festive Wine and Food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $162Top rated

Spend three to four hours visiting Munich’s best-known Christmas markets with an English-speaking guide. You’ll taste several styles of glühwein, festive foods, and possibly mulled beer or alcohol-free drinks while learning about Munich’s holiday customs. Guides such as Victoria, Katrina, Krista, and Lockie are praised for making solo visitors feel part of the group.

“What an amazing time exploring the Christmas markets! I got to go to all the markets that were on my list to go to in Munich, while also trying Glühwein and snacks that I otherwise wouldn’t have found. We also had time to browse the sta”

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3.Munich Christmas Market Food Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181

Walk Munich’s Christmas markets with guides such as Patrick, Kevin, Iain, Liam, and Daniel. Over about three hours, you’ll visit Marienplatz, Residenz, Wittelsbacherplatz, and Viktualienmarkt, tasting seasonal sausages, pastries, sweets, mulled wine, and other festive treats. Groups are limited to 12.

“Kevin was very entertaining. He led us to a number of different markets and pointed out what made them unique. His people skills were amazing; he was able to keep each member of the group actively involved. It was snowing heavily during our tour and he was able to move from shelter to shelter in a way that kept us out of the elements. This was a very fun tour with lots of good food and warm wine.”

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4.Christmas Markets Food & Drink Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 50 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Join an English-speaking guide, including guides such as Leon, for a three-hour walk through Munich’s Christmas markets. Visit Marienplatz, the Residenz Christmas village, the Crib Market, and the Medieval Market while tasting mulled wine, Lebkuchen, roasted almonds, and other seasonal treats. Public transport and food are included.

“Learning anout the Christmas markets at the beginning of our trip was great, so we knew where to go during the rest of our stay.”

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5.Munich Christmas Market Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Spend two hours with a private English-speaking guide at Munich’s Marienplatz Christmas Market. Learn about traditions dating to the 14th century, browse festive stalls, and hear local stories. Guides such as Tom, Mona, and Andrea have led personalized walks that blend Christmas customs with Munich history.

“Great private tour. Mona was the best-she combined an overview of the markets with information about Munich. Well worth it!”

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6.Munic:h; Paul’s Bavarian Food and Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $141

Meet Paul or another English or German-speaking local guide at Karlstor for a two-hour walk through Munich’s food traditions. You’ll visit Augustiner Stammhaus, Hackerhaus, and Viktualienmarkt, with optional soup, sausage, sides, dessert, and coffee at separate stops. Food and drinks cost extra, so bring a credit card.

“We had a wonderful time on our tour. Our guide Paul was absolutely fantastic. He had a great knowledge of Munich and took us to some wonderful places. We also enjoyed his company very much! Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to gain first hand an understanding of the Munich food scene! Thank you Paul!!!”

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7.Munich Premium Christmas Market Hopping with Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4 reviews · 2h 30m · from $58Best value

Walk Munich’s Old Town with a German- or English-speaking guide in a group of up to eight. Visit Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt, pause at Hofgarten, taste one hot drink, take part in a Christmas quiz, and learn where locals go for mulled wine. Megan is one named guide praised for her friendly, personal approach.

“Megan was an amazing guide for the Munich Christmas Markets! Super knowledgeable, fun, and full of great insights. She took us to several unique markets that made the tour feel truly special. Absolutely recommend!”

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8.Christmas Market Magic Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 4 reviews · 1 hour · from $116

Meet your local host outside Café Frischhut for a one-hour stroll through Munich’s Christmas markets. Expect festive lights, handmade crafts, local customs, a hot drink, and a seasonal treat. Groups are limited to eight, and the route can change with the weather, walking pace, and your interests.

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