Sweet Vienna Tour: Home of Cakes and Cafe Culture Culinary Tour of Vienna's Sweet Side
ID: GYG856-O-856
Category:
Sight Seeing
Country: Austria
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover a dessert-lovers’ paradise on this tour of Vienna. Uncover stories and urban legends behind the origins and names of historic pastries and listen closely as guarded secrets of the Austrian capital's coffeehouse culture are revealed.
Explore the dessert Mecca that is Vienna on this unique culinary tour through the city. Get an overview of the city’s most important dishes, as well as traditions that stretch back from the city’s inception right through to the present day. Moreover, secrets of Viennese coffeehouse culture will also be revealed.
With the tales behind the origins and names of pastries as well as anecdotes about the diverse coffeehouse clientele of old and new, you’ll have plenty to chuckle about. But, be warned – some of these urban legends are known to be truer than others. Leave it to your imagination to decide which.
This tour is suited to Viennese locals, first-time visitors, and advanced Vienna buffs. It is especially perfect for all those who have already visited the classic tourist attractions in the city and are ready to get a glimpse behind the scenes.
Highlights
- Learn about the history behind Viennese coffee culture
- See the most prominent and beautiful coffeehouses in Vienna
- Get to know the etiquette and characteristics of a Viennese coffeehouse
- Listen in as the origin stories of delicious pastries are revealed
- Get tips for the best confectioneries in the city
- Learn the difference between the “original” and the “real” Sachertorte (Sacher Cake)
- Hear funny and exciting anecdotes and stories
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that during the tour you will not visit the interior of any coffeehouses or cafés. Visits are exterior only.
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Meet outside the tea shop.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
