Christmas in Vienna: The 15 Best Markets & Concerts

1.Christmas & New Year’s Concert in St. Peter’s Church

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 763 reviews · 1 hour · from $57Our pick

Spend one hour with the Classic Ensemble Vienna in St. Peter’s Church, a Baroque masterpiece in central Vienna. The program can include Mozart’s Eine kleine Nachtmusik, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, and works by Bach, Beethoven, Haydn, and Schubert. Choose your seating section, arrive early for the best spot, and dress warmly.

“The concert was amazing. Very talented musicians. Great view of the stage in amazing surroundings. Seats were a bit uncomfortable.”

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2.Christmas and New Year Concert at St. Peter’s Church in Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 155 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $59

Spend about an hour with the Classic Ensemble Vienna in St. Peter’s Church, a baroque landmark near St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Expect a string quartet and classical favorites by Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, Strauss, and others. The program may not include traditional Christmas songs, and seating can be narrow, so arrive early and dress warmly.

“Nice . Church is beautiful. Music is good. Overall not really worth the price though . They did not start on time And it was very cold”

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3.Christmas Markets Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 99 reviews · from $98

Walk about 2 kilometers through four Vienna Christmas markets with a local English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Expect holiday stalls, handicrafts, Viennese treats, mulled wine, cookies, and stories about local customs. Guides such as Rita, Andreas, Sophie, and Kamil are praised for making the tour personal and helping visitors find markets they might miss alone.

“Raining and cold, but we had a good time anyway, The guide made it as pleasant for us all as possible considering the weather was not helping. Saw some great things went back the day after to go further when the weather was better. Great guide, did all she could for us over the whole walk. I had issues with a bad leg and it was not too much for me so just about anyone should enjoy the time.”

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4.Christmas Concerts in Capuchin Church

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 81 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Spend about an hour with a professional string quartet, soprano, and trumpet in Vienna’s intimate Capuchin Church near the State Opera. Expect familiar classical pieces, Christmas carols, and strong acoustics in a candlelit setting. A combo ticket adds the Imperial Crypt, home to Habsburg tombs including Maria Theresa, Franz Joseph, and Sisi.

“Excellent concert, but image published on your site and their own show a more Christmassy scene. However, that said well organised, great music and overall a very nice experience”

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5.Christmas Market Vienna Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 53 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $103

Explore four Vienna Christmas markets in 2 to 3 hours with a local English-speaking guide. Sample Glühwein, rum-spiked punch, cookies, and traditional snacks while hearing stories about Austrian Christmas customs. The route includes Spittelberg, MuseumsQuartier, and Maria-Theresien-Platz, with groups capped at 20 people.

“There is quite a bit of walking and the markets are very crowded. The food/drinks tastings are amazing. Guide very knowledgeable and friendly. The final market, however, he just dropped us off at the entrance and then said good-bye. Was expecting a final tour or tasting given the price. Outside of that, highly recommend!”

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6.Private Christmas Markets Walking Tour Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) Top rated

Start at your hotel, vacation home, or another agreed point at 4:30 pm for a private 2.5-hour walk through Vienna’s Christmas markets and old town. Guides such as Brigitte, Walter, Daniela, Sabine, and Alexander add history, food tips, transport advice, and local shortcuts as you walk from Karls­kirche to Rathausplatz.

“Our guide, Daniella, was perfect for our group. She was engaging and full of interesting information about the history of Vienna. She kept the tour moving at a nice pace and filled in information about the Christmas markets too. Would highly recommend.”

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7.Vienna Christmas Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $87

Join guide Dace Schaerf for a two-hour English walking tour through Vienna’s Christmas markets and grand central sights. With groups capped at 10, you’ll visit Freyung, Am Hof, Rathausplatz, and Karlsplatz, while learning about Austrian holiday customs. Food, drinks, and purchases cost extra.

“We thoroughly enjoyed this trip on our first day. WE WERE VERY LUCKY as 2 people cancelled and the guide continued kindly with us like a private tour! We had a brief look at the cathedral while waiting for the others who never came. We then enjoyed a walking tour in the sun, but chilly! a great introduction to the city centre plus a few Christmas markets. As the light faded the Christmas lights/markets had atmosphere, very festive!Our friendly guide even showed us a great café to get the Viennese coffee and cake.”

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8.Christmas Markets & Shopping in Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70

Join guide Nicoleta for a three-hour walking tour through central Vienna, from Hotel Sacher and Swarovski crystals to St. Stephen’s Christmas market, Café Central, and Neubaugasse. You’ll hear local stories, learn about Viennese coffee culture, receive a map, and have time to browse shops and seasonal stalls. Group size is limited to 15.

“Nice guide, showed us many places and ts interesting stories about the city. She also recommended local specialties.”

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9.Christmas Market Food and Drinks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $140

Join English-speaking guide Gloria for a 3 to 4 hour food walk through four lesser-known Vienna Christmas markets. Start near Am Hof, then use trams and metro to reach markets in the 7th district and near the old university campus. Expect Käsespätzle, Baumkuchen, Kaiserschmarrn, Glühwein, Punsch, and non-alcoholic drinks.

“We leave bed our tour, it was great to see some lesser known markets and Gloria provided lots of insights and history of the markets and surrounding areas. She expertly guided us thru Metro and street cars leaving us ample time to explore. The food and drinks were chosen to reflect the culture and nature of each market. Thank you Gloria for an great afternoon and experience.”

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10.Bratislava Christmas Markets Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 11 reviews · 7h 30m · from $44

Travel from Vienna in a small group of up to eight for a relaxed Bratislava Christmas market day. Your English-speaking guide leads an Old Town walk, then gives you free time for hot punch, handmade gifts, and photos. The day also includes the Blue Church, Bratislava Castle, Devín Castle, and a Christmas wine and spirit tasting.

“Ahmed was an outstanding guide and made our day truly special. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and passionate about what he does. The tour was well-organized, interesting, and delivered in a clear and engaging way. He was patient, friendly, and always happy to answer questions, which made the experience enjoyable and comfortable. Thanks to him, we learned a lot and truly enjoyed every moment. Highly recommended as a guide – one of the best we’ve had. ⸻ 🇸🇮 Slovene Review (Slovenščina) Ahmed je bil odličen vodič in je naš dan naredil res poseben. Je zelo strokoven, razgledan in svoje delo opravlja z veliko strasti. Vodenje je bilo dobro organizirano, zanimivo…”

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11.Vienna Guided Christmas Market Food and Drink Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

Join James, Claudia, or Gloria at four Vienna Christmas markets, from Am Hof to Karlsplatz. You will sample holiday snacks and alcoholic drinks, learn about each district, and use Vienna’s trams and U-Bahn between stops. The four-hour tour begins at 2 pm, costs $155.33, and suits visitors who want food, local context, and a social small-group outing.

“Wonderful Christmas Market tour! All sorts of fun bites to eat along with flavorful drinks to wash it all down.. James and Gloria did a great job pointing out the sites and providing a relaxed atmosphere for the tour.”

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12.Private Christmas Market Tour to Hallstatt & Salzburg from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 12 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $690

Travel from Vienna to Hallstatt and Salzburg in a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide and driver. Jenny and Vlad are known for lively Austrian history stories and personal service. You will see lakes, mountain villages, Bad Ischl, Christmas stalls, Mozart sites, and Salzburg’s fortress, with hotel pickup, bottled water, and drop-off included.

“We had amazing experience. It was private tour with just two of us, me and my husband. The tour guide is very knowledgeable and interactive. If we had a quotation she always had an answer. She is “walking library”. This is very rear when tour guide is so competent. We had a great time. Highly recommended”

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13.Wien: Tour with locals on the trails of the Christmas Tree

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $62

Walk Vienna’s illuminated center with local guide Nicole, tracing how the Christmas tree reached the city and changed holiday life. You’ll visit the Anker Clock, historic palaces, Albertina, and Rathausplatz, then finish at Am Hof or Rathausplatz. The two-hour tour runs in English, Italian, or German for groups of up to 10.

“The subject of this tour was the introduction of the Christmas tree to Vienna. You may think that this is actually quite a drab or boring subject but with the excellent and knowledgeable Nicole, she opened up a whole world in relation to this subject. Nicole took us to the various sites linked to this subject. For example we went to the first place where a Christmas tree was displayed in Vienna. Nicole not only went into the subject itself but spoke about Viennese society at the time (19th Century). This provided a great background to the subject. She also gave great insight on what it meant/means to be part…”

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14.Schönbrunn Palace & Christmas Market Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 6 reviews · 2 hours · from $64

Join a certified English or Chinese-speaking guide for a two-hour small-group visit to Schönbrunn Palace and its Christmas market. You’ll tour the imperial rooms, see the palace garden, then browse 80 wooden stalls beneath a giant Christmas tree. The $64 price excludes the €25 palace entry fee, payable in cash.

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15.Small-Group Christmas Day Trip to Hallstatt from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $283

Leave Vienna early in a group of up to eight for a full-day journey through the Salzkammergut. Visit Mondsee’s basilica, St Gilgen, Hallstatt, and St Wolfgang’s Christmas market. Your English-speaking driver-guide, such as Peter, provides live commentary, Hallstatt touring, bottled water, WiFi, and a small Christmas gift.

“We had peter as our driver/guide and he was courteous and organized. We felt safe and in good hands throughout. The itinerary was well planned and we thoroughly enjoyed our day. Highly recommended for people who wants to explore the lake region with a touch of xmas”

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