Festive Family Adventure: Christmas and New Year in Munich and Vienna

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Day 1: Arrival and Christmas Markets

Munich, Germany on December 26, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Café Frischhut

Begin your first day with traditional Bavarian pastries and warm coffee at this beloved café near the city centre, perfect for families.
EUR15 per person approx., 1h

10:30am

Visit Munich Christmas Markets

Explore the festive Christkindlmarkt at Marienplatz, enjoying stalls full of crafts, festive foods, and children's activities running from 10am to 9pm.
Free entry; food and crafts extra, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Ratskeller München

Dine at this historic restaurant beneath Marienplatz Town Hall, serving traditional Bavarian dishes suitable for all ages.
EUR20-30 per person, 1h30m

3:00pm

Visit Deutsches Museum

Enjoy science, technology and hands-on exhibits with interactive areas for children; open from 9am to 5pm.
EUR14 adults, EUR4 children, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Hofbräuhaus München

Experience a lively Bavarian beer hall with traditional meals including kid-friendly options; it closes at 12 midnight.
EUR20-35 per person, 2h
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Day 2: Palaces and Parks

Munich, Germany on December 27, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Luitpold

Enjoy a range of freshly baked goods and hot drinks served in a stylish setting.
EUR15 per person, 1h

10:00am

Visit Nymphenburg Palace

Tour the magnificent Baroque palace and gardens, open 9am-4:30pm, with carriage rides and a children’s museum on site.
EUR15 adults, EUR4 children, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Schlosswirtschaft Schwaige

A charming restaurant within the palace grounds serving hearty Bavarian fare.
EUR25 per person, 1h

3:00pm

Stroll and Play in Englischer Garten

Enjoy one of Europe’s largest urban parks with playgrounds and open space ideal for children and adults to relax and explore.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Vapiano Munich City Centre

Casual Italian dining with pizza, pasta and salads, great for families and quick service.
EUR15-25 per person, 1h30m
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Day 3: Day Trip to Salzburg

Salzburg, Austria on December 28, 2025

7:30am

Travel to Salzburg by Train

Enjoy a scenic 1.5h train journey from Munich to Salzburg to explore this charming Austrian city.
EUR30 per person return ticket, 1h30m

9:30am

Breakfast at Café Tomaselli

Historic café offering pastries and coffee in the heart of Salzburg, open from 7am.
EUR12 per person, 1h

10:30am

Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress

Explore this impressive medieval fortress providing panoramic views over Salzburg, open 9am to 5pm.
EUR15 adults, EUR8 children, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Stiftskeller St. Peter

Traditional Austrian cuisine in one of Europe’s oldest restaurants.
EUR20-30 per person, 1h

2:00pm

Walk through Mirabell Gardens

Enjoy the beautifully landscaped gardens and Marie Antoinette’s Pegasus Fountain, perfect for kids to play.
Free, 1h

3:00pm

Return to Munich

Relax on your train ride back to Munich.
Included in return ticket, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Augustiner Klosterwirt

Family-friendly restaurant serving Bavarian specialities with a warm atmosphere.
EUR20-30 per person, 1h30m
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Day 4: Museum and Christmas Markets

Munich, Germany on December 29, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Rischart Café

Try traditional Bavarian breakfast with fresh bread and pastries close to Marienplatz.
EUR12 per person, 1h

10:00am

BMW Museum Visit

Explore automotive history including family friendly exhibits and interactive displays; open 10am to 6pm.
EUR11 adults, EUR7 children, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at BMW Museum Bistro

Family-friendly spot with varied menu inside the Museum; perfect for all ages.
EUR15 per person, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Tollwood Winter Festival

Seasonal festival with crafts, performances and festive food stalls in Olympiapark, open until late evening.
Free entry; food and crafts extra, 3h

7:00pm

Dinner at Olympiasee Restaurant

Enjoy lakeside dining near the festival with kid-friendly options and scenic views.
EUR20-30 per person, 1h30m
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Day 5: Travel to Vienna

Vienna, Austria on December 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a relaxing breakfast at your Munich accommodation before departure.
Usually included in accommodation, 1h

9:30am

Train from Munich to Vienna

Comfortable and scenic 4-hour train journey east to Vienna via ÖBB Railjet.
EUR60-80 per person, 4h

2:00pm

Check-in and Rest at Hotel

Settle into your Vienna hotel and relax after your journey.
Varies, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Vienna Christmas Market at Rathausplatz

Explore one of Vienna’s largest and most magical Christmas markets featuring ice skating and festive stalls, open 10am to 9:30pm.
Free entry; food and activities extra, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Plachutta Wollzeile

Try traditional Viennese dishes like Tafelspitz in a family-friendly setting.
EUR30-40 per person, 1h30m
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Day 6: Vienna New Year’s Eve Festivities

Vienna, Austria on December 31, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Central

Enjoy historic ambience with Viennese coffee and pastries, open from 8am.
EUR15 per person, 1h

10:00am

Visit Schönbrunn Palace

Tour the stunning palace and gardens, open 8:30am to 5pm, including the Children's Museum with interactive activities.
EUR22 adults, EUR14 children, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Café Residenz Schönbrunn

Enjoy light meals and cakes in the palace café.
EUR20 per person, 1h

3:00pm

Relax at Hotel and Prepare for Evening

Time to rest before the evening celebrations.
Free, 2h

5:30pm

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Motto am Fluss

Celebrate the final evening of the year with a special gourmet menu by the Danube Canal, family friendly and festive atmosphere.
EUR50-70 per person, 3h

9:00pm

Stroll to Silvesterpfad – New Year's Eve Trail

Experience Vienna’s famous countdown parties, music and fireworks along the Ringstraße, family friendly and safe, lasts until around 1am.
Free entry, 4h
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Day 7: Relaxing New Year’s Day

Vienna, Austria on January 1, 2026

10:00am

Late Brunch at Café Sperl

Relax with a Viennese brunch in a classic café, open from 9am.
EUR20 per person, 1h30m

12:00pm

Walk in Stadtpark

Stroll around the park famous for the Johann Strauss monument, great open space for children to play.
Free, 2h

2:30pm

Visit the Natural History Museum

Explore fascinating exhibits including dinosaur skeletons and minerals, open 9am to 6pm.
EUR14 adults, EUR9 children, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Figlmüller

Famed for its Wiener Schnitzel, this family-friendly restaurant is ideal to enjoy authentic Austrian cuisine.
EUR25-35 per person, 1h30m
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Day 8: Museums and Historic Vienna

Vienna, Austria on January 2, 2026

8:30am

Breakfast at Demel

Start your day with renowned Viennese pastries in this historic pastry shop, open from 8am.
EUR15 per person, 1h

9:30am

Visit Kunsthistorisches Museum

Explore one of the world’s great art museums featuring masterpieces by Old Masters; open 10am to 6pm.
EUR20 adults, EUR14 children, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Museum Café

Enjoy light Austrian meals in the museum’s elegant café.
EUR15 per person, 1h

3:00pm

St. Stephen’s Cathedral Visit

Explore this iconic Gothic landmark in the city centre, open daily from 6am to 10pm.
Free entry; tower climb EUR6 adults, EUR3 children, 1h30m

5:00pm

Shopping and Coffee at Kärntner Strasse

Enjoy pedestrian shopping street with many cafés and shops, great for souvenir hunting and relaxing before dinner.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Gasthaus Pöschl

Cozy Austrian tavern with traditional dishes and welcoming atmosphere for families.
EUR20-30 per person, 1h30m
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Day 9: Belvedere and Prater Park

Vienna, Austria on January 3, 2026

8:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy your hotel breakfast before a busy day of sightseeing.
Usually included, 1h

9:30am

Visit Belvedere Palace

Discover beautiful baroque architecture and impressive art collections, open 10am to 6pm.
EUR20 adults, EUR10 children, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Salm Brau

A laid-back brewery-style restaurant serving Austrian classics, good for families.
EUR20 per person, 1h

1:30pm

Afternoon at Prater Park

Enjoy the iconic giant Ferris wheel and amusement park rides suitable for children and adults; open 10am to 6pm.
Entry free, rides paid individually (EUR3-10 each), 3h

5:30pm

Dinner at Schweizerhaus

Famous for its pork knuckle and beer garden atmosphere, fun for families.
EUR25-35 per person, 1h30m
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Day 10: Departure Day

Vienna, Austria on January 4, 2026

7:30am

Early Breakfast and Check-out

Enjoy a final breakfast at your accommodation and prepare for your journey home.
Usually included, 1h

9:00am

Transfer to Vienna International Airport

Allow enough time for your transfer and check-in for your flight.
Varies, 1h
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