Viktualienmarkt Street Food Tour with Drinks – Munich Food Experience

3 Hours

When a market has been serving locals for more than 200 years, you know it’s something special. On this guided small group Viktualienmarkt food tour, discover Munich’s most famous market, learn about its history and vendors, and enjoy generous tastings of classic Bavarian street food with drinks included.

A relaxed and authentic way to experience Munich like a local.

Small Group Tour: Viktualienmarkt Food Tour with Lunch & Beer

Explore Munich’s Historic Viktualienmarkt

Meet your guide near Marienplatz and walk together to the Viktualienmarkt, Munich’s central food market operating since 1807 (except Sundays and Bavarian public holidays).

As you explore its colorful stalls, your guide introduces regional specialties, local vendors, and the traditions that make Bavarian cuisine unique.

Typical tastings may include:

Fresh Weißwurst or grilled Bratwurst
Obatzda cheese spread with bread
Traditional Leberkäse
Regional cheeses or seasonal specialties
A small sweet treat from the market

The tastings are generous and reflect what locals enjoy in their everyday cuisine.

Traditional Bavarian Lunch & Beer

After the market tastings, the group continues to a nearby restaurant or traditional beer garden for a full Bavarian meal.

Guests may choose their preferred main course, accompanied by a local Bavarian beer or non-alcoholic alternative. This relaxed break allows time to enjoy Munich’s atmosphere together.

Local Stories & Food Culture

Throughout the tour, your guide shares insights about:

The history of the Viktualienmarkt
Bavarian food customs and traditions
Munich’s beer culture
Recommendations for restaurants and markets

You’ll leave with both memorable tastings and a deeper understanding of Munich’s culinary heritage.

Tour Highlights

Guided walk through Munich’s historic Viktualienmarkt
Tastings of classic Bavarian specialties
Traditional sit-down lunch in a restaurant or beer garden
Local Bavarian beer included
Easy meetup near Marienplatz
Friendly small group experience

Ideal For

First-time visitors to Munich
Food lovers and beer enthusiasts
Solo travelers, couples, and friends
Travelers seeking authentic local experiences
Guests who enjoy small group tours with a relaxed pace

Itinerary

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Viktualienmarkt Munich Feast

Your experience begins with a relaxed walk through Munich’s famous Viktualienmarkt, where colorful stalls, traditional vendors, and regional aromas create a lively and welcoming market atmosphere. Meeting near Marienplatz, the group strolls together through the historic market while your guide introduces its history and daily life.

During the visit, you’ll enjoy generous tastings of classic Bavarian specialties such as fresh Weißwurst, Obatzda cheese spread, Leberkäse, grilled Bratwurst, and other seasonal local products. A traditional Bavarian beer is included, followed by a small sweet treat to complete the tasting experience.

After exploring the market, the group continues to a nearby restaurant or traditional beer garden for a full Bavarian lunch. Guests may choose their preferred main course while enjoying a relaxed break in an authentic local setting and friendly small-group atmosphere.

Throughout the tour, your guide shares insights into the Viktualienmarkt’s origins more than 200 years ago, its role in Munich’s history, and why it remains a favorite meeting place for locals today.

Please note that the Viktualienmarkt is closed on Sundays and Bavarian public holidays. If your visit falls on one of these days, VisitBavaria can arrange an alternative Munich Beer Hall Tour, offering another opportunity to experience Bavarian food, beer, and culture.

As this is a small group tour, dietary requests such as vegetarian options can be accommodated with advance notice.

What’s Included

Services of an expert food guide
Selection of alcoholic beverages (local Bavarian beer and drinks)
Variety of traditional snacks at the Viktualienmarkt
Full Bavarian lunch in a local restaurant or beer garden
More than 20 tastings of regional specialties throughout the tour

What’s Not Included

Gratuities