Austria · FOOD & DRINK
The good eating & drinking experiences sell out weeks ahead and the best go first. Below: the 15 to lock in before you fly, what each includes and where they differ.
Make three chocolate bars, mix an Aztec hot chocolate, and explore Vienna’s small interactive chocolate museum in 90 minutes.
“This was such a fun activity. I had 2 teens and others had small kids. All had a great time. The hot chocolate was a fun experience and very tasty. The chocolate bars were so fun to make.”
Taste Vienna through coffeehouses, markets, schnitzel, sausage, and local wine on a six-hour small-group food tour by public transport.
“Amazing tour. Wolfgang was our guide and he was fantastic. Small groups 4-6. 100% recommend. Food and stops were tremendous”
Cycle from Vienna through the Wachau Valley, taste local wines, visit Dürnstein, and enjoy a full day beside the Danube.
“A great tour! Tim did a great job mitigating some unforeseen circumstances. We were fortunate to visit the small winery of his personal friend; and it was magical. Make sure to pack a water bottle and sun protection!”
Review of Vienna’s Gerstner strudel show at Schönbrunn Palace, with a pastry demonstration, coffee, tasting, recipe, price, and tips.
“The best activity I did in Vienna! It actually lasted around 40 minutes and we got a full apple strudel and a coffee to enjoy with the show.”
Explore Vienna through pastries, markets, lunch, street food, and coffee on this generous five-hour small-group food tour.
“This was a fabulous tour!! Our tour guide Peter was very knowledgeable and generous with his time (he ended up extending it an extra hour or so, so we could learn more about the history of Vienna!). The food was fantastic, all the spots we saved for our return to Vienna. Real highlight was the coffee and stop at a food stall run by a dedicated man whose family had been serving Viennese yummies for decades. Really great grand finale. Also it’s a good tour - expect to eat…a lot! If you’re not interested in trying a whole bunch of foods throughout the day, this probably isn’t for you.”
Review of the Wachau Valley tour from Vienna, with Dürnstein, wine tastings, a Danube cruise, Melk Abbey, costs, and practical tips.
“Great informational and relaxing tour. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We enjoyed the tour.”
Review of the Vienna to Bratislava day trip, with bus travel, guided sights, free time, Slovak food options, and practical booking tips.
“Maria was wonderful! A fantastic guide and a great way to explore the compact city centre with her. Coffee and cake was a bit basic and underwhelming but we were glad to have a few hours to potter around the town ourselves.”
Taste Austrian wines in Vienna’s private cellars, with local snacks, Roman-era stories, and flexible 30 to 150-minute options.
“So interesting to learn of the history of the cellar. Wonderful place to visit. Our guide was extremely informative and interesting. Lovely to taste the delicious wines of Austria.”
Review of the Wachau Valley day tour from Vienna, with Danube cruise, Dürnstein, Melk Abbey, Austrian lunch, and local wine tastings.
“The nine-hour tour was well structured, with sufficient stops around Wachau to admire the scenery and get to know the history of the region. The boat trip at the end was quite enjoyable, allowing us relaxing time to drink sparkling wine and see the sights drift by, from villages to fortresses and beautiful monasteries. Above all our excellent and exceptionally knowledgeable guide (Camillo? 18.05.2025) provided us with inside information on the grape growing and wine production process, the effect of micro-climates in the Wachau valley, and of course an extensive and very pleasant introduction to several varieties of grüner veltliner, riesling - and even an unexpected sauvignon blanc. Warmly ...”
Taste Vienna at Naschmarkt with a small group, sampling falafel, oysters, and more while learning food secrets from an expert guide.
“Very nice tour. Especially enjoyed spending time with our guide, Monika!”
Tour Salzburg’s 530-year-old Stiegl Brewery, see modern production, taste three beers, and enjoy a useful brewery shop gift.
“Amazing even thought I got there 20 minutes late and joined the group”
Explore Bad Ischl’s 500-year-old sandstone beer cellar, see Carlo Battisti’s paintings, and visit the in-house brewery for only $11.
Taste six Austrian wines in a small Vienna cellar with sommelier Stylianos, local cheese, cured meats, and practical wine lessons.
“This is a wonderful experience for all wine enthusiasts whether you are a novice or more experienced with wine tasting. Our host Stylianos provided an intimate educational experience in which we learned a great deal about Austrian wine making, and the art of wine tasting with 6 different selections of Austrian wines paired with a charcuterie board. We received educational materials as well. I would highly recommend this experience.”
Learn to make Vienna’s classic Kaiserschmarrn, hear Sisi stories, and enjoy dessert with Viennese coffee in a traditional restaurant.
Explore Vienna’s private wine cellars, taste three local wines, and enjoy Viennese snacks on this lively 150-minute walking tour.
“Fabulous tour! We visited 3 different underground wine cellars that we definitely would not have just run across! Guide was friendly & the group of people we were with were very fun & friendly!”
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