The 10 Best Christmas Food Tours

1.Christmas Markets Food Tour in Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66Our pick

Walk Munich’s Old Town with a small group, visiting markets at Stachus, Marienplatz, the Residenz, and Odeonsplatz. Guides such as Thomas, Leon, Elizabeth, Maria, and Emmet share Christmas customs, local history, and tips on what to eat, drink, and revisit.

“Had the best time on our Christmas market tour. We walked through the city center and several different Christmas markets. Our guide was fun and knowledgable. If you are in Munich to see Christmas markets, I highly recommend this tour.”

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2.Munich Christmas Market Food Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181Top rated

Spend about three hours walking Munich’s central Christmas markets with guides such as Patrick, Kevin, Iain, Liam, or Daniel. Taste seasonal sausages, pastries, sweets, pizza-style snacks, and alcoholic drinks while hearing stories about Munich’s churches, palaces, wartime scars, and local legends.

“Kevin was an amazing tour guide. I had a wonderful time trying new German Christmas foods and of course the wine!”

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3.Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 31 reviews · from $158

Spend Christmas Eve on the glass-enclosed Bateaux New York yacht, with a 3-course brunch or dinner, reserved table, live music, and 360-degree skyline views. Brunch welcomes children and is casual; dinner is semi-formal and excludes children under 6. Depart from Pier 61 at Chelsea Piers.

“Exceeded our expectations! Mel was super engaged and our waiter was, too! Grateful to have had the holiday experience - food delicious and playlist was well curated as well! Timed to the tee. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”

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4.The Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19 reviews · 3 hours · from $173

Walk central Reykjavik with a local guide such as Palli, Paul, Einar, or Pauly while tasting smoked lamb, laufabrauð, gravlax, reindeer paté, Christmas drinks, and more. You will also visit the Little Christmas Store and hear Icelandic holiday tales, including some rather scary ones.

“Loved the tour, our guide Pauly was amazing, kind and told us a lot about Iceland and it’s traditions. Food itself was great, loved all the restaurants and food options. We had an amazing time”

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5.Paris Christmas Gourmet Food Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $251

Spend three hours in Saint-Germain-des-Prés collecting French Christmas treats, from candied chestnuts and nougat to chocolate Yule logs. Your guide explains the 13 Desserts of Christmas, leads you through seasonal shops and market areas, and ends with tea or coffee in a Parisian tearoom.

“The food tasting was amazing! The guide, and the "student guide" were extremely well informed on the areas we toured as well as the history of the buildings. Both were enjoyable companions and made the tour go quickly. We were disappointed the Christmas markets weren't open yet but that was beyond your control. Very satisfied with the experience.”

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6.Christmas Eve Lake Michigan Gourmet Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · from $193

Spend 2.5 hours aboard Odyssey Lake Michigan on Christmas Eve. You’ll enjoy a private table, three-course plated dinner, DJ music, hot drinks, and 360-degree views of Chicago landmarks including Navy Pier and Willis Tower. Semi-formal dress is encouraged, and alcohol costs extra.

“Muy divertido! La cena muy rica y el DJ genial. las vistas a la ciudad desde el lago fueron increíbles! Muy recomendable. El staff muy amable.”

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7.Washington DC: Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6 reviews · from $140

Celebrate Christmas Eve aboard City Cruises’ Odyssey from Pier 4. Choose a two-hour brunch with buffet dining and unlimited mimosas, or a three-hour plated dinner with private-table service, Potomac views, festive décor, and a live DJ.

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8.Baltimore: Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $80

Spend Christmas Eve on Baltimore’s Patapsco River with a two-hour brunch or three-hour dinner cruise. You’ll dine at a private table, see the waterfront from climate-controlled cabins and open-air decks, and enjoy live DJ music. Brunch includes unlimited mimosas, while dinner calls for semi-formal dress.

“not as advertise wkrk party celebrating very inappropriate dancing felt like we were at strip show no games as advertise ending 30 minutes Early very disappointed for the amount of money we spent”

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9.New Year’s Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $141

Spend two hours on San Diego Bay with a freshly prepared brunch or plated holiday dinner, live music, and broad waterfront views. Brunch includes a sparkling wine toast, while dinner adds a top-shelf open bar and bottomless Champagne. Bring valid ID if you plan to drink.

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10.Baltimore: Christmas Day Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $78

Board a City Cruises boat on Christmas Day for a two-hour buffet brunch with unlimited mimosas or a three-hour plated dinner. You’ll dine at a private table, pass Fort McHenry and Baltimore’s skyline, and enjoy a live DJ, full bar service, and outdoor decks.

“the food was great and the atmosphere was good. the servers were very professional.”

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