The 14 Shopping Tours in Germany That Earn Their Price

1.Reeperbahn, Port, & Fish Market Morning Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 270 reviews · 3 hours · from $41Our pick

Sunrise walk from Hamburg's Reeperbahn to the fish market, plus Elb Tunnel, a harbor ferry, 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.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $162.92Top rated

Small-group Munich Christmas markets with glühwein, local snacks, and history, no planning needed. Ends at Theresienwiese.

“Had a great time on the tour! Tour guide able to get reserved spots at very nice market points. She was very personable and took time to tell us about the city, markets, food and drink throughout. Would do again!”

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3.Guided Tour of the Stuttgart Market Hall

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 78 reviews · 1h 30m · from $31

A 90-minute guided walk through Stuttgart Market Hall, with history, global delicacies, and a cellar stop with included prosecco.

“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”

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4.Munich Christmas Market Food Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181.02

Taste Munich’s Christmas market food and Glühwein at five markets, with history stops, all in about 3 hours.

“The tour with Patrick was a perfect introduction to the Christmas markets in Munich. The food options were delicious and plentiful. He was very knowledgeable about local history, particularly of the architecture. He was good with my children, even getting the one in a bad mood to come out of his shell. The pace was perfect.”

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5.From Prague: Dresden Xmas Market & Saxon Switzerland Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 27 reviews · 9 hours · from $229

Prague to Dresden Christmas Market and Saxon Switzerland in one long winter day. Small group, Glühwein, Bastei views, guided walks, lunch.

“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 again when I come back.”

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6.Munich Christmas Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $65.53

See Munich’s Christmas markets in one guided walking tour, with mulled wine tastings and an alternative stop at Tollwood, all in under 3 hours.

“This tour is simply awesome. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. We managed to visit various Christmas markets, dranks lots of mulled wine (which was very tasty) and laughed a lot. Didn't expect to enjoy it this much.”

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7.1.5-Hour Christmas Market Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 8 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $25Best value

A 1.5-hour Heidelberg Old Town walk through Christmas market squares, with German guide stories on local Christmas traditions and snacks.

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8.Christmas Market Tour with Glühwein

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $57

3-hour Munich tour of 5 to 6 Christmas markets with red and white Glühwein, Feuerzangenbowle, tastings, and English stories for $57.

“Dani was amazing, informative and fun. We had a great time and learned a lot while eating and drinking and seeing the beautiful markets. Highly reccomend this tour!!!”

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9.Munich Christmas Market Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $268.73

Private 2-hour Munich Christmas Market walk from Marienplatz with a pro guide, 14th-century context, and smart stall tips.

“Very thorough historical walking tour. Our professional guide was Tom & he is a magnificent wealth of information to make your tour very fulfilling.”

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10.Munic:h; Paul’s Bavarian Food and Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $141

Walk Munich’s Old Town for 3-course Bavarian tastes, coffee, and local stories, ending at Viktualienmarkt with guide tips on where to eat next.

“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!!!”

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11.Heidelberg Christmas Market Tour With A Professional Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $254.93

1.5-hour Heidelberg Christmas Market tour with a local guide, castle views, and German tradition stories, plus food-stall tips.

“Anne was a great guide. Knowledgeable, thorough , and friendly. Combined a market tour with a city center landmarks and history tour.”

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12.Discover Nuremberg’s Christmas Market Magic with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $117.95

A 1-hour English guided walk through Nuremberg’s Christkindlesmarkt with a local, bratwurst stop, carols, and an included warming drink.

“Our guide was ves very knowledgeable about the history of Nuremberg and the Christmas markets. We sampled special foods from the region and mulled wine. He also pointed out some very interesting items for purchase in the market and the stories behind them . A great way to start off our trip here.”

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13.Christmas Market Magic Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 4 reviews · 1 hour · from $116

Munich Christmas markets in 1 hour with a local. Small group, hot drink, local treat, gift ideas, and best bars for the season.

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14.Munich Premium Christmas Market Hopping with Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4 reviews · 2h 30m · from $58

Small-group Munich Christmas market hopping from Marienplatz to Viktualienmarkt, with mulled wine, stories, and a sweet souvenir.

“Megan was an amazing guide for the Munich Christmas Markets! Super knowledgeable, fun, and full of great insights. She took us to several unique markets that made the tour feel truly special. Absolutely recommend!”

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