Naschmarkt, Budget Fare

Peters Naschmarkt Enjoyment walks

★ 4.9 66 reviews

2 hours, free cancellation.

from $39.84 per person

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Duration: 2 hours
Meeting point: Kettenbrückengasse U4 exit
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: THE Agency! - travel and more-, Peter Nowak

Overview

Peter's Naschmarkt enjoyment walks run for two hours through the Naschmarkt, starting with its history and then moving stall to stall with tastings along the way. The route begins in front of the main exit of the Kettenbrückengasse subway station on the U4 line, at the Naschmarkt exit, and finishes near the Nordsee booth on Friedrichstraße. A guide and food samples are included, so the tasting itself is part of the price rather than an add on.

Reviewers describe the walk as informative and easy going, with plenty of stories about the market's past and present, its spices and its food from around the world. Several mention humour and a personal, relaxed style, and one reviewer noted a discount on goods at the stalls visited, though the listing does not state this as a guarantee.

The tour suits travellers who want context and tastes rather than a full meal. Lunch, drinks and alcoholic drinks are not included, with alcohol available to purchase, and the group is capped at ten people. The minimum age is twelve, which makes it a poor fit for families with younger children.

What's Included

Included

Guide
Food samples

Not Included

Transport to / from attractions
Lunch
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks
Gratuities

Itinerary

Meet at KettenbrückengasseThe meeting point is in front of the main exit of the subway station Kettenbrückengasse on line U4. Travellers arriving by underground should take the exit towards Naschmarkt.
Market history introductionThe walk opens with the history of the Naschmarkt before the group moves on to individual stalls.
Stall visits and tastingsThe group visits individual stalls where even small things can be tasted. Food samples are included.
End at FriedrichstraßeThe tour ends roughly at the booth of the Nordsee company on Friedrichstraße, Vienna.

What To Expect From The Tour

Here is what to know before booking, drawn from the listing and from what travellers report back.

Pace and fitness. The walk lasts two hours through a market, and reviewers describe it as easy going and relaxed. No particular fitness is needed, though the route is not suitable for strollers.
Group feel. The group is limited to ten travellers, and several reviews mention a pleasant, personal atmosphere. Others describe an individual, relaxed style.
Food and drink. Food samples are included, and reviewers mention spice tastings, sweets and small things to try at the stalls. Drinks, lunch and alcoholic drinks are not included, with alcohol available to purchase separately.
What to bring. Plan for any purchases at the stalls separately, since drinks, lunch and alcohol are extra. Transport to and from the market is not included.
Weather. The listing does not state a weather policy, so check the booking page if the forecast looks poor.
Getting there. The meeting point is directly at a U4 subway station exit, and the listing notes the tour is near public transportation. The end point on Friedrichstraße is a different location from the start.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, the walk is not suitable for strollers, dogs are not allowed, and the minimum age is twelve, so it does not suit families with small children or travellers with limited mobility. Lunch and drinks are excluded, so the tastings are samples rather than a meal. Confirmation arrives within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability, which means the booking is not always instant. One reviewer reported an unkind response when asking to reschedule at short notice, though many others praise the guide's manner. Refunds require cancellation at least 24 hours before the start time, with no refunds or changes accepted after that cut off, based on local time.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

A guide and food samples are included. Transport to and from the attractions, lunch, drinks, alcoholic drinks and gratuities are not included.

Where Does The Tour Meet And End?

It meets in front of the main exit of the Kettenbrückengasse subway station on line U4, taking the exit towards Naschmarkt. The tour ends roughly at the Nordsee booth on Friedrichstraße.

Is The Tour Suitable For Children Or Wheelchair Users?

The minimum age is 12 years, and the walk is not wheelchair accessible. Strollers and dogs are not allowed. Most other travellers can participate, and the listing does not state whether pickup is offered, so check the booking page for transport details.

How Long Does The Tour Last And How Big Is The Group?

The tour runs for two hours, and reviewers say the walk is varied and entertaining. There is a maximum of ten travellers per departure.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

A full refund is possible if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience's start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded or accepted. Cut off times are based on the experience's local time.

What Should I Bring?

Bring money for any purchases at the stalls, since drinks, lunch and alcohol are extra. Transport to and from the market is not included.