Munich Food Tour

Walking Tour

3 hrs

Munich

From sausages to pretzels to cabbage to potatoes, German food is often stereotyped. On this 3-hour Munich Food Tour, we'll deconstruct those stereotypes and examine many of the ways Munich has much more to offer, namely by pushing forward its cuisine while adhering to traditional Bavarian practices. Led by an industry professional, this German Food Tour gives us access to some of the city’s top food shops along with Viktualienmarkt, where we'll taste artisanal products and discover some of Bavaria’s best-kept culinary secrets.

Viktualienmarkt Sausage Scene

We'll meet for our Munich Food Tour in Marienplatz, the former salt and cereal market for the city, and hence a fitting spot to begin. Our expert guide will talk about the connection between the history and food traditions in Munich before we delve into Viktualienmarkt, the atmospheric market hub of the city. We'll stroll around the stands as we absorb the smells, sounds, and sights in this unique mercenary venue. Given Bavarian tradition, we may kick off our tasting with a Weißwurst (a traditional white sausage made from minced veal and pork back bacon). From here, we might potter to one of our favorite cheese suppliers to try some Obatzda or Bergkäse with some beer bread. We'll admire the wonderful displays in the market as we taste and discuss these hearty Bavarian treats.

We may stop at a Franconian stall to taste test such typical foods from this region of Germany as liver sausage, white radish, and smoked salami; alternatively, we could pause our German Food Tour at Fisch Witte to try some renowned Bismarck's herring rolls. We may move to a nearby butcher to see Schweinshaxe (pork knuckles) roasting as our guide describes popular traditions and dishes in Bavaria, such as Wiener Schnitzel and Sauerbraten. We'll walk to another location, pointing out many traditional restaurants and venues along the way until we reach Dallmayr, an indoor food market housing some of the best food stalls in the city, including a new crop of global goods to feed your heart's content. Here, we might tuck into another snack such as a Leberkässemmel, akin to bologna sausage, or have a look at this season's trends at various stalls in the delicatessen as our guide talks through Munich´s evolving yet traditional food scene.

Eating Munich

We'll move on to a final location of the guide's choosing to finish up our Munich Food Tour together. We may jump on the metro to a nearby neighborhood to try treats from a local cafe as we talk about the Italian influence on Munich, given that the border is a mere 110 miles away. We might finish up with an ice cream from Amorino or Eataly, or a local coffee in a family-run pastry shop. Alternatively, we could finish up in the summer sun in a local Biergarten as we conclude our time together with a refreshing drink.

Take Aways

At the end of the Munich Food Tour, we should have an excellent foundation in Bavarian gastronomy and be better prepared to appreciate some of the finer points of Munich's food scene for the remainder of our trip. We’ll leave one another with a fuller belly and a deeper knowledge of traditional Bavarian cuisine, more than just potatoes and cabbage.

FAQ

Can I participate in your food tours if I have food allergies? Yes. If you have any specific allergies/intolerances, please indicate these in the Travel Notes section during booking. Your guide will do his or her best to accommodate, though please note that some shops we visit do use wheat flour and nuts in the kitchen for other items. Again, please make note of any dietary issues.

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From iconic landmarks to tucked-away local favorites, these are the places you’ll explore and experience firsthand with your Expert.

Viktualienmarkt
Local Bavarian restaurant
Various local specialty shops

Here’s a look at what your tour covers, plus anything you’ll want to consider arranging separately, so you can plan with confidence.

Included

English-speaking expert guide
Tours led in English, offering you unbroken understanding throughout.
Intentionally sized groups
A smaller group means more time for conversations and questions.
Tickets and entrance fees
All entry tickets included (unless clearly stated otherwise).
Headsets
Headsets are included on tours that need them, so every word can be heard.

Excluded

Gratuities

We encourage tipping as a way to thank your guide after your experience.
Food and drink

Refreshments are only included during a tour when clearly noted.
Transportation to and from the meeting point

Guests organize pre- and post-tour transport themselves - this service can be added by request.
Hotel pickup or drop-off

Unless noted, travel to or from accommodation isn’t included - this service can be added by request.

Map of Munich Food Tour: Bavarian Traditions general meeting point area

Some helpful advice for getting the most from your experience, from practical prep to small on-the-day tips.

Dos:

Wear comfortable footwear
Check the weather and dress appropriately
Bring a bottle of water (no glass)
Feel free to ask your Expert anything

Don'ts:

Bring firearms or weapons
Bring sharp objects (e.g. knives, swiss army knives, switchblades, hiking sticks)
Dress inappropriately to enter religious sites or sacred monuments

Any questions? You can always contact us.

58 Reviews

Sabina truly tailored our walk to us, she researched our professions before the walk to tailor it to our interests, and even remembered our birth months to drop a little relevant history. She asked right at the start where we’d like to focus and tweaked the tour to give us a little more history with a little less food (but we still got great food!). She even helped my boyfriend find a great soup to soothe his sour stomach rather than push through with a set menu. We couldn’t have been more delighted to spend 3 hours with Sabina!

Lori Dec 31, 2025

Stefan was wonderful, kind and knowledgeable of the history of the area! While we enjoyed him as a guide, the experience was disappointing. We had coffee twice and stopped at one place for traditional weiss sausage and one beer. That was the only food for the entire tour, which was disappointing considering it’s a tour to taste the MANY flavors of Munich.

Katherine Dec 15, 2025

Rainer was beyond expectations. It was like walking through the streets with a long time friend who cared about the culinary and cultural experience deeply. He matched our energy and love for food and flavors. I would recommend him to anyone who wanted to experience Munich in a comfortable and fun environment. Rainer is the best of the best!

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Angela Dec 13, 2025

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