GERMANY
The standouts.
A run-down of the 12 best markets tours in Germany: what each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Sunrise walk from the Reeperbahn to Hamburg’s fish market, with Elb Tunnel access, a harbor ferry ride, coffee, and live music.
“Guide Berti: cooler Typ!”
Munich Christmas markets tour for glühwein lovers: five stops, small group, festive bites, and history in about 3-4 hours.
“Katrina was a wonderful guide.Full of knowledge and fun stories. The entire experience with her was awesome starting with the drinks all the way to the sausages that were delicious! Thank you for the incredible time and the many laughs❤️❤️”
A 90-minute guided walk through Stuttgart’s historic market hall, with global stalls, architecture stories, and a prosecco stop in the cellar.
“Durch die Markthalle von Frau Becker-Walter geführt zu werden ist ein großes Vergnügen :-) Echt schwäbisch, mit viel Temperament und Humor hat Frau Becker-Walter uns einen tollen Eindruck von diesem wundervollen historischen Gebäude und seiner Geschichte vermittelt. Wir empfehlen die Tour mit dem größten Vergnügen weiter! Martina und Alberto”
Taste Munich’s Christmas markets on a 3-hour walking tour with included snacks, glühwein, and local legends from Marienplatz to Residenz.
“It was fantastic! Kevin is amazing! Very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. He made the entire experience fun and interesting. It was one of the most enjoyable tours I have had.”
3-hour small-group tour through Cologne Christmas markets, starting at Brauerei zur Malzmühle for Kölsch and ending by the cathedral.
“Michael was great. He was fun and he was very knowledgeable. His English was great and he walked us through things through the markets and beer houses. I’m glad we had him! Thanks Michael.”
Day trip from Prague to Dresden: Striezelmarkt, Bastei canyon views, and Saxon Switzerland. Small group, lunch, and Glühwein included.
“Excellent trip, good value for money. The guide Sam was very polite and knowledgeable, he made good recommendations. The food at the restaurant was delicious and a generous portion size. There was enough time in each location it didn't feel rushed. I would recommend this trip and the tour company. I will definitely use them…”
Winterfeldtmarkt shopping, a chef-led 4-course German lunch with Kit, and regional wine tasting in a small-group Schöneberg tour.
“Our culinary adventure began on a rainy December day in Berlin, and despite the overcast, the experience blossomed into a phenomenal personalized journey through German markets, food preparation and, of course, consumption of the rRead more”
Small-group Munich Christmas markets walk with a guide, gingerbread heart, postcard, and quick stops from Karlstor to Odeonsplatz.
“In a word…FUN! Our family went on the Christmas market tour 12/16. Our sons (18 & 22) weren’t thrill to be going on a tour our first day in Munich, until we met Paul. We learned and laughed our way through the beautiful markets of Munich. Paul iRead more”
1.5-hour guided walk through Nuremberg’s Imperial Castle and Dürer’s House, then a stop at the famous Christmas market.
“individual tour with a great guide”
A 1.5-hour guided walk through Heidelberg’s Christmas Market, mixing Old Town sights with traditions, stories, and tasty winter treats.
Ride Berlin’s lit Christmas streets to Charlottenburg Palace with free mulled wine and a live guide on a 2.5-hour tour.
“The tour was nice and getting to know the Christmas markets.”
Munich Old Town Bavarian food walk with guided restaurant stops for soup, sausage, dessert with coffee. 2 hours, $141.
“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!!!”
