Visiting the Vienna Christmas Markets
- Best Christmas Markets in Vienna There are over 20 Vienna Xmas markets, so when you’re walking around the city, you’re sure to bump into one or two as you wander.
- In the 40 or so stalls you’ll find a selection of woollen hats & socks, intricate decorations for your tree and traditional gifts.
- The market itself is free to enter, but consider timing your visit with a tour of the art museum housed within the palace.
- Pick up a warm mug of punch to sip on as you wander around the stalls.
- There’s nothing particularly unique about the offerings at this market, but the range is of the usual high quality.
- You’ll find crafts, decorations, snow globes, candies and everything else you’d expect at an Austrian Christmas market.
- Once Christmas is over you’ll find a New Year’s market in the same spot.
- SPITTELBERG CHRISTMAS MARKET A short walk from the Maria-Theresien-Platz market is where you’ll find the Christmas market at Spittelberg.
- The market stall’s offerings are also different, with a more artisan feel and flavour.
- Expect handmade woollen slippers, knitted jumpers and beautifully crafted wooden toys and ceramics.
- Cosy heated cabins will refill your mug with warm punch, and food offerings are organic and tasty – including some delicious vegan treats.
- STEPHANSPLATZ CHRISTMAS MARKET If I’m honest, I don’t love the market at Stephanplatz, but its central location and lofty surroundings still make it one worth visiting.
- Vienna Christmas Market Map Where are the Christmas markets in Vienna?
- They’re available at almost every Christmas market in Vienna.
- You simply haven’t had the full Xmas market experience without having a hot mug of punch between your mittens.
- But my goodness, it was worth it.
- Tips for Visiting the Vienna Christmas Markets There’s not too much you need to know about visiting the best Christmas markets in Austria.
- Other Things to do in Vienna in Winter As well as the excellent Christmas markets above, there are a few other festive events and activities to enjoy around Vienna in winter.
- Best Area to Stay in Vienna for Christmas Markets Vienna benefits from a fantastic transport system which allows you to stay outside of the city centre and commute in if you wish.
- Located just a short walk from the Karlsplatz Christmas market and Belvedere Palace, you’ll have all the festivities right on your doorstep.
