The 15 Christmas Market Trips in the World That Earn Their Price

1.Christmas Markets Food Tour in Munich

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

Walk Munich’s Old Town with an English-speaking guide, tasting Glühwein, Feuerzangenbowle, lebkuchen, almonds, and chestnuts. Visit markets at Stachus, Marienplatz, the Residenz, and Odeonsplatz, with guides such as Thomas, Leon, Elizabeth, and Emmet sharing local customs and practical tips.

“Thomas our guide was great with a ton of knowledge and historical info to share. His pace was great and managed to keep us all together in the middle of the busy markets!”

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2.Dresden Christmas Market & Bastei Saxon Switzerland Tour from Prague

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $229Top rated

Leave Prague at 7:30 a.m. for Bastei Bridge in Saxon Switzerland, then continue to Dresden for lunch, a guided city walk, and free time at the Striezelmarkt. Expect a long day, hotel pickup, WiFi, snacks, and a group of up to eight.

“We had a full group of 8 people on this tour. Although the van has 8 passenger seats, it made for a very uncomfortable ride with everyone crammed in for a long ride. Our tour guide, Rina, seemed less than enthusiastic about being a guide, even telling the group that she liked this tour because she got 2 hours free while we explored the Christmas markets. Lunch was fine, but we felt that going to a Czech restaurant in Germany was a bit of a disappointment. We would have preferred a traditional German meal while in Germany. The guide was a horrible driver, and we all felt lucky to make…”

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3.Christmas Markets Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 99 reviews · from $98

Walk through four Vienna Christmas markets in alternative districts with a local English or Spanish guide. Taste mulled wine, rum-spiked punch, cookies, and other small bites while hearing about Viennese holiday customs. Guides such as Rita, Sophie, Andreas, and Kamil are known for friendly, personal tours.

“We saw the markets that we never would have seen. A great culinary tour with lots is stories.”

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

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

Spend 3 to 4 hours visiting Munich’s Christmas markets from Marienplatz to Theresienwiese. Your English-speaking guide introduces you to glühwein, seasonal food, medieval traditions, and less familiar festive drinks, with time to shop. Groups are capped at 15.

“I had read many great reviews of this walking tour operator and this did not disappoint. What a magical way to enjoy the holidays. The guide was so knowledgeable and fun I got so much more out of the market than if I had toured in my own. An amazing way to get in the Christmas spirit and have a great outing. Highly highly recommend.”

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5.Christmas Lights and Markets Guided Walking Tour with Mulled Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $62

Walk from Covent Garden to Trafalgar Square with a guide such as Tom, Henry, Carlos, or Jack. Expect Victorian lamps, Christmas markets, street performers, festive history, and a complimentary glass of hot spiced mulled wine. The 90-minute walk is capped at 10 people.

“Carlos was terrific. We have been to London serval times but he showed us area we have never seen. His knowledge of history was amazing. Enjoyed ever minute of our tour n would rec highly!!!! Karen & Gary”

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6.Tour 3 Magical Prague Markets with Locals, Christmas Goodies incl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $102

Walk Prague’s Old Town and New Town Christmas markets with an English-speaking local guide. Taste Czech cookies, hot wine, and possibly mead, learn why carp matters at Christmas, and use included public transport to reach smaller markets locals frequent.

“I loved every moment of this tour. I loved to visit Christmas markets, where locals go (2 of them in local neighborhoods, therefore would never find myself). I loved the mead and hot wine I tried and Christmas cookies were just delicious as well! I loved to learn about such interesting Christmas traditions of Czech people (finally understood why Santa does not bring presents to Czech republic! And why are all people buying carps like crazy over these holidays). I loved our guide, Misa, she is such an amazing story teller and a very passionate guide, as well as a kind person. You just love to be around her. It…”

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7.Christmas Market Tour from Colmar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 64 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $162

Spend about nine hours visiting Eguisheim, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg, and Ribeauvillé from Colmar. Your English-speaking driver-guide handles the crowded roads and parking, while you explore Christmas markets, taste Alsatian wine, and enjoy time in each village. Guides may include Christian, Yvan, Laura, or Ivan.

“What a fabulous day! Cristian went above and beyond to ensure we all had a fantastic experience. Informative, efficient and ensured our two young children were also comfortable along the journey. Navigating the busy Christmas market traffic, he got us to the ‘front door’ each time and was ready to take us to the next destination every time. A special mention - at the spur of the moment, he even organised a restaurant reservation for the whole group to dine together, which was lovely. Highly recommended.”

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8.Munich Christmas Market Food Tour with Tastings

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

Walk Munich’s Christmas markets with a guide such as Patrick, Kevin, Iain, or Daniel, tasting seasonal sausages, pastries, sweets, beer, and mulled wine. The three-hour route links Marienplatz, Residenz, Wittelsbacherplatz, and Viktualienmarkt with stories about Munich’s history and local customs.

“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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9.New York City Christmas Holiday Lights and Markets Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · from $59

Start at Columbus Circle at 3 pm for a four-hour holiday walk through Manhattan. Your guide leads you to Christmas markets, Fifth Avenue windows, Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, Grand Central, and movie locations. Guides may include Joseph, Charlie, Charles, or Kathryn.

“We covered a lot of ground… Saturday night was rough since crowds and long lines made it difficult to see anything substantial in the time allotted. Charlie, our guide, was cheerful and kept calm in the chaos. I would recommend the tour, but go on a weeknight, not the weekend.”

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10.Christmas Markets Food & Drink Tour

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

Walk Munich’s Old Town Christmas markets with an English-speaking guide, including Marienplatz, the Residenz Christmas village, the Crib Market, and the Medieval Market. Taste mulled wine, Lebkuchen, and roasted almonds while learning how German Advent traditions began.

“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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11.Alsace Christmas Markets Day Tour from Strasbourg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $180

Travel from Strasbourg by comfortable minivan to Colmar and one changing Alsace village market. Your English-speaking guide leads a short Old Town walk, then gives you time to shop, eat, and explore. Guides such as Camille, Lea, Magalie, and Thierry have been praised for local stories and calm, helpful service.

“We had a lovely day experiencing the markets of Colmar and Eguisheim. Our tour guide, Camille, was so friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you for a wonderful day!”

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12.Dresden Christmas markets and old town tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 39 reviews · 8 hours · from $150

Travel from Prague to Dresden with an English-speaking guide such as Hana or Roman. Walk the old town, visit three Christmas markets including the medieval market, taste seasonal foods, and enjoy free time for shopping. The eight-hour trip suits anyone wanting Dresden without arranging transport.

“We had the best trip. Roman collected us at our apartment and from the start everything went smoothly! Roman was our guide and he couldnt have done enough for us! He was beyond helpful, friendly and full of knowledge. We liked how it is a small group and started off with a little historical tour before the markets, we had lots of time at each market we visited. Cant recommend this tour enough thank you again!!”

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13.Christmas Markets Walking Tour with Mulled Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 36 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Join a bilingual French, English, or Spanish-speaking guide for a two-hour walk through Strasbourg’s illuminated Christmas markets. You’ll see festive squares, browse artisan stalls, taste Alsatian specialties, and finish with mulled wine or hot juice. Groups are limited to 10 people.

“Très beau moment convivial avec un guide attentionné et la découverte d’une famille australienne au travers des 7 marchés de Noel visités. Vraiment plaisant de découvrir Strasbourg sous cet angle”

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14.Berlin Christmas Markets Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · from $25Best value

Walk from Brandenburg Gate to Alexanderplatz with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Christmas markets near Bebelplatz, the Humboldt Forum, Nikolaiviertel, and beyond. Expect Berlin history, German holiday traditions, free time for shopping, and drinks or food at your own expense.

“Such a great tour! Our guide, Kathinka, was so wonderful and shared so much interesting history with us. She took us to three markets that were all very different from one another. Wish the tour was longer! Would have liked to have stayed at each location a little longer but otherwise it was a fabulous tour!”

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15.Strasbourg 7-Hour Christmas Markets Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 29 reviews · 7 hours · from $176

Travel from Strasbourg to Colmar and one Alsace village on a seven-hour Christmas tour for up to eight people. You’ll have free time at several markets, a scenic wine-route drive, and an English-speaking driver-guide such as Leticia.

“Waited 15” for no show guest. Hot van. Noisy van. Uninspired guide.”

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