Munich: Christmas Markets Food & Drink Tour
Lehel, Munich
Celebrate the Christmas season in a traditional German style on this 3-hour tour of the Christmas markets in Munich. Explore the medieval Old Town as it is transformed into a winter wonderland.
This guided tour explores Munich’s Christmas markets and festive village, ideal for visitors interested in holiday traditions and local cuisine.
Highlights
- Explore Christmas markets in Munich’s Old Town, including Marienplatz and the “Crib Market”
- Visit the Christmas village in the royal Rezidenz palace courtyard
- Sample traditional foods and drinks like mulled wine, gingerbread, and sugar-roasted almonds
- Learn about the history and customs of Munich’s Christmas markets from an informative guide
- Experience classic Christmas traditions originating in Germany such as the Advent calendar and Christmas tree
Description
Celebrate the Christmas season with a guided walking tour through Munich’s historic Old Town markets and the city’s Christmas village. The tour includes visits to several festive markets, such as the central Marienplatz market, the Christmas village at the royal Rezidenz, the “Crib Market,” and the Medieval Market near Odeonsplatz.
Your guide will explain the history and significance of various market displays, Advent rituals, and seasonal customs. You’ll stop regularly to sample market specialties, including mulled wine, gingerbread, and roasted almonds.
This tour offers insight into German Christmas traditions still celebrated worldwide. Bring a €15 deposit per person for a special cup used for your last beverage, which will be refunded after the tour.
Includes
- Public transport tickets for easy access between markets
- Lebkuchen gingerbread cakes
- Food and drinks as part of the tour experience
Excludes
- €15 deposit per person for the special beverage cup (refundable at the end of the tour)
Important Information
- Public transport tickets are included in the tour price
- Food and drink samples are included in the tour rate
- Please bring the €15 deposit in cash for the special reusable cup
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
