Welcome to Vienna Food & Drink Tour of Essential Austrian Dishes

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About this activity

Join a small-group food and drink tour introducing Vienna's most iconic flavors in one carefully curated experience. Over 3.5 hours, discover the city's culinary traditions through authentic local venues while avoiding tourist traps.

Visit 6+ carefully selected stops, from bustling Würstelstände and traditional Beisls to breweries, historic wine cellars, and specialty shops. Taste Austrian favorites including Leberkäse, Wiener Schnitzel, goulash, Käsekrainer, local wines, beer, regional specialties, and a traditional dessert.

Starting near the Friedrich Schiller Monument and ending close to St. Stephen's Cathedral, you'll explore Vienna's historic center while learning how its food, history, and culture have evolved together.

Led by passionate local guides, this relaxed small-group experience combines authentic food, hidden venues, fascinating stories, and personal recommendations, giving you the perfect introduction to Vienna and its culinary traditions.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Tipsy Bites Tours

Ages: Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Alcoholic beverages: Discover Austria's drinking culture through a curated selection of local wines, beer, and regional schnapps.
Included: Meals: Taste a carefully curated selection of iconic Austrian dishes that showcase the country's rich culinary heritage.
Included: Snacks: Experience unexpected local flavors with surprise tastings that showcase Austria's rich culinary traditions beyond the classics.

Not included

Not included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Guests are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the meeting point and from the end point of the tour.
Not included: Gratuities: Tips for your guide are appreciated but entirely optional.
Not included: Additional food and drinks

Itinerary

Vienna State Opera

Passing by

Walk past one of the world's most celebrated opera houses while learning how Vienna's imperial history helped shape the city's culinary traditions.
Albertina

Passing by

Pass the Albertina Museum and hear how this former imperial palace became one of Vienna's most important cultural institutions.
Church of the Jesuits

Passing by

Visit one of Vienna's most beautiful Baroque churches and discover how religion, trade, and immigration influenced the development of Austrian cuisine.
Ankeruhr Clock

Passing by

Pass Vienna's famous Art Nouveau Anker Clock while learning about the city's merchant quarter and the historic streets that once connected traders, craftsmen, and local markets.
Graben and Kohlmarkt

Passing by

Walk through Graben, one of Vienna's oldest and most elegant streets, surrounded by centuries of architecture and local history.
Stephansplatz

Passing by

Finish your experience in Vienna's historic heart beneath the iconic St. Stephen's Cathedral, perfectly located for continuing your exploration of the city.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Look for your guide holding a bright red umbrella. If you are running late, please contact us as soon as possible so we can advise you on how to rejoin the group. The nearest metro station is Karlsplatz (U1, U2, and U4).

End point

The tour ends at Stephansplatz 3, beside St. Stephen's Cathedral in the heart of Vienna's historic center. From here you'll have easy access to restaurants, cafés, shops, and the U1 and U3 metro lines.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.