Vienna Food Tour: Coffeehouses, Markets, Lunch & Street Food

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Vienna, Austria

5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Get a thorough introduction to Vienna’s dynamic food and drink scene with a local showing you the best places to stop for all manner of sweet versus savoury. Walk through the Grätzls (neighbourhood) with your guide and discover their favourite, only locals know markets and get an insight into traditional Viennese coffee culture in some of our your guide’s most beloved coffee spots, discovering historic gems and locals only hotspots.

What's Included

Savor a hearty Austrian lunch (Wiener Schnitzel, Tafelspitz, or a vegetarian dish)
Visit a local market to sample a traditional Viennese Jause
Enjoy a traditional Viennese coffee and pastry at a local‑favorite café
Discover hidden cafés and neighbourhood gems loved by locals, away from the tourist crowds
Learn about Vienna’s famous coffeehouse culture with a passionate local guide
Generous tastings throughout the tour mean you won’t need lunch afterward
Stroll along Vienna’s elegant Graben and admire its imperial architecture
Explore different districts using public transport, like a true local
Experience authentic Viennese street food at a traditional Würstelstand
Sip locally produced wine or beer (non‑alcoholic options available)
Additional food and drinks
Tickets for the Metro

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Jasomirgottstraße 3-5, at the Wine&Co Flagship store, 1010 Vienna

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Graben and Kohlmarkt

    Begin your experience on Graben, one of Vienna’s most elegant shopping streets in the historic city centre, surrounded by imperial architecture and traditional cafés that have shaped Viennese social life for centuries.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Graben and Kohlmarkt

    Step into a classic Viennese coffeehouse in Vienna’s historic Inner City to enjoy a traditional coffee, hot chocolate, or tea paired with a homemade Austrian pastry. Learn why coffeehouses are central to Viennese culture — places where locals linger, read, talk, and watch daily life unfold.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Travel by metro to Vienna’s 10th district to visit Viktor-Adler-Markt, a lively local food market away from the tourist crowds. Enjoy a classic Viennese “Jause” of open sandwiches and savoury bites, with seasonal drinks such as mulled wine, local wine, spritzer, or soft drinks.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Visit one of Austria’s most iconic ice cream institutions to taste Eismarillenknödel, a nostalgic dessert loved by generations of Viennese. Discover why this sweet treat holds a special place in the city’s food culture.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Stop at a local bakery to sample classic Austrian pastries such as Krapfen and seasonal specialties. Your guide shares insights into Vienna’s strong baking traditions and their role in everyday life.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Continue to Ottakring, a district known for its strong local character and authentic Viennese atmosphere, offering a glimpse into everyday life beyond the historic centre.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    End the experience at a classic Viennese Würstelstand, sampling local street food such as sausages, goulash, and roast pork. Learn how street food fits into daily life in Vienna — simple, comforting, and unmistakably Austrian.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Can the itinerary or food offerings change? To ensure the best experience, the route and stops may occasionally be adjusted. Food selections can also vary slightly depending on daily availability, but guests will always enjoy a delicious and authentic taste of Vienna.
  • Are dietary restrictions accommodated? Vegetarian and vegan guests are welcome. Due to the pastry-heavy nature of Austrian cuisine, gluten allergies are harder to accommodate.
  • Are children allowed on the tour? This tour is best suited for adults and older children. For that reason, it’s not recommended for children under 12.
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Cancellation Policy

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