GERMANY
The standouts.
A run-down of the 12 best shopping 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.
“Hamburg mal ganz anders… Es ist eine sehr besondere Tour, es lohnt auch im Urlaub und im Winter mal so früh aufzustehen. Fredo, der hier viele Jahren sein Revier hatte, konnte uns mit spannenden Geschichten und Erinnerungen tiefe Einblicke geben.”
Munich Christmas markets tour for glühwein lovers: five stops, small group, festive bites, and history in about 3-4 hours.
“Lockie’s energy and excitement for what he does truly made this tour a memorable experience. Even in the rain we were having a great time. I will say that, on other tours I have done, there were more food stops along the way and it would’ve been nice to have 1-2 more food items along…”
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.
“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…”
3-hour small-group tour through Cologne Christmas markets, starting at Brauerei zur Malzmühle for Kölsch and ending by the cathedral.
“Excellent evening. Great guide. Beautiful markets. He showed us history as well. He knew where to get all the best drinks”
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”
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”
Small-group Munich Christmas markets walk with a guide, gingerbread heart, postcard, and quick stops from Karlstor to Odeonsplatz.
“This was a great tour. Freya provided such wonderful information. Highly recommend this tour as an overview of the Christmas markets!”
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.
“It went smoothly. Next time I would like to have a non-alcoholic punch. And maybe a few funny anecdotes about Berlin or Christmas. 🤶”
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!!!”
