Discover Vienna's sweet and savory secrets on this culinary history tour:
Vienna’s culinary heritage tells the story of a city where imperial luxury meets the flavors of everyday life. On our Sweet and Savory Secrets Tour of Vienna, you’ll journey through the city’s rich gastronomic history, uncovering how food shaped Vienna’s legacy as a culinary capital.
This tour offers a deep dive into the fascinating evolution of Viennese cuisine. From the introduction of sugar and coffee to the rise of the iconic coffeehouse culture, every detail reflects the city’s vibrant past. You’ll hear about the challenges faced by medieval bakers, the lavish feasts of the Habsburg court, and the cultural significance of desserts that have become synonymous with Vienna. With expert guidance, discover how these traditions continue to enchant locals and visitors alike, leaving a lasting mark on the city’s identity.
Tour Highlights:
- Discover the origins of Viennese cuisine at Schwedenplatz and Griechenbeisl
- Learn about the arrival of sugar and its impact on dessert culture
- Explore Vienna’s oldest coffeehouse and hear about its famous patrons
- Hear stories of Empress Maria Theresa’s indulgences at Neuer Markt
- Visit various iconic culinary landmarks
- Uncover the history of the famous Sachertorte
- Upon request, we can end the tour with cake, coffee or wine tastings
Inquire about our culinary history tour here to receive an offer!
Why book our culinary history tour?
This tour is perfect for food lovers and history enthusiasts eager to explore Vienna’s rich culinary heritage. With an expert guide sharing fascinating stories, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation of the city’s unique relationship with food. From sweet treats to royal feasts, this experience offers a delicious perspective on Vienna’s cultural evolution.
Important details:
Tour type: This tour is currently available as a private tour.
Duration: The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
Guide: Our guide Ben will guide you on this tour. Meet him and the rest of our guiding team here.
Children: This tour is excellent for children who love stories, secrets and history.
Accessibility: This tour is wheelchair accessible, though the ancient alleyways might make it somewhat challenging.
What to wear: Comfortable shoes! Also, always check the weather forecast to bring the right clothes.
Please note- This isn’t a tastings tour but we can gladly include tastings upon request. Simply let us know in advance and we will make you an offer with and without tastings, to help you choose the best option for you.
Interested in a public tour?
Upon request we can publish a public tour to reduce the tour’s price per person. A public tour costs 25 euros per participant and requires a minimum of 6 participants.
Tour conditions:
Minimum number of participants: The tour takes place as a private tour but can also be opened as a public tour upon request. It will take place as a public tour if at least 6 people are registered. In case there aren’t enough participants, we will unfortunately cancel the tour and issue you a full refund.
Cancellation policy: You can cancel your booking up to 48 hours in advance. If you cancel your booking less than 48 hours before the tour we won’t be able to issue a refund. Certain exceptions apply such as emergency situations. Please note, we reserve the right to cancel the tour up to 48 hours in advance too. We will do so if our guide is unavailable due to a sudden change or if we do not have the minimum number of participants required for the tour.
Pictures and videos: Please be aware that we might take photos and videos during the tour. If you don’t want to appear in any Secret Vienna promotional pictures, please let us know by sending us a message.
Copyrights: The content of the tour is produced by our hard working team of licensed guides. Therefore, recording the tour or taking pictures of artefacts and material used by the guide is strictly forbidden.
