Austria`s capital, Vienna, is a popular destination thanks to its very distinct elegance, and the numerous beautiful Viennese sights and landmarks, including imperial palaces, gothic cathedrals, modern museums, and contemporary buildings. But what mostly attracts visitors before and during the Christmas period are undoubtedly its world-famous Christmas markets that overwhelm the city each year for over a month. These magnificent markets offer an excellent opportunity for buying your Xmas decorations, local goodies, Austrian delicacies, and many more fine handicrafts from all over the world. So, if you are heading to Vienna in the coming days, check out our guide below for the best Christmas markets in Vienna and step gradually into the Christmas spirit.
1. The Viennese Christmas Market
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Among the plentiful Christmas markets in Vienna and the whole of Austria, this one probably attracts more visitors and attention than others. The market operates every day from morning till late evening. Perhaps it is best to visit in the night time when the Christmas spirit becomes stronger with the lights and the smell of the foods finely blending together. In this market, you will find mostly quality art and craft items and Christmas decorations, as well as tons of food stalls selling anything from roast chestnuts to specialty hams.
The Viennese Christmas Market
Address: Christkindlmarkt, Rathausplatz, 1010 Vienna
Dates: November 12 - December 26, 2021
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 10am - 9:30pm; Fri - Sat: 10am - 10pm
2. Christmas Village Former General Hospital
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It might not be one of the largest or most famous Christmas markets in Austria, however, a visit to this Christmas Village is more than worth it. It is located in a beautiful green area of the University Campus and offers about 60 market stalls. This year, it celebrates its 20th anniversary and it’s all about experiencing the traditional Austrian Christmas and culture in general. Here, you will find local craftsmen selling souvenirs, but also regional delicacies, including gluhwein (hot wine). The children’s program is pretty inspiring.
Christmas Village Former General Hospital
Address: Former General Hospital (“Altes AKH”), University Campus - Courtyard 1 Alserstrasse / Spitalgasse 1090 Vienna
Dates: November 12 - December 23, 2021
Opening hours: Mon - Wed: 2pm - 10pm; Thu - Fri: 2pm - 11pm; Sat: 11am - 11pm; Sun: 11am - 9pm
3. Belvedere Christmas Village
It’s a kind of small but rather cozy and romantic market, and is ideal for couples, although there are a carousel and a reindeer train for the little visitors. It is set against the majestic Belvedere Palace, an incredibly beautiful landmark of Vienna, giving a palatial essence to the Christmas atmosphere. The vendors mostly sell arts and crafts, from jewelry to handmade soaps and other handcrafted decorations that won’t leave you unmoved. Several food stalls won’t let you go hungry either.
Belvedere Christmas Village
Address: Weihnachtsdorf Schloss Belvedere, Prinz Eugen-Strasse 27 – 1030 Vienna
Dates: November 19 - December 26, 2021
Hours: Mon - Fri: 11am - 9pm; Sat - Sun: 10am - 9pm
Special holiday hours: December 8 (Wed): 10am - 9pm; December 24: 11am - 4pm; December 25 - 26: 11am - 7pm
Website: Belvedere Christmas Village
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4. Christmas Village Maria-Theresa Square
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Located in one of the most splendid areas of Vienna, in the very heart of the city, this fabulous market is surrounded by several remarkable landmarks and Viennese sights such as the Museum of Natural History and the Hofburg Imperial Palace. Since this market is one of the largest in Austria, you will find lots of goodies, including traditional arts and crafts, all to a high standard. Long queues at the food stalls and crowded spots, especially in the evenings are, in fact, inevitable.
Christmas Village Maria-Theresa Square
Address: Weihnachtsdorf Maria-Theresien-Platz, 1010 Vienna
Dates: November 17 - December 26, 2021
Hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10pm
Special holiday hours: December 24: 11am - 4pm
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5. Schönbrunn Christmas and New Year's Market
This lovely culture and Christmas market is located right in front of the imposing Schönbrunn Palace. Plenty of traditional artists and artisans will present their creations, which can be anything from simple candles to beautiful ceramics that make for brilliant Christmas gifts. Of course, the superb aromas of baked cookies and other delicacies come to complete the festivity scene.
Schönbrunn Christmas and New Year's Market
Address: Schönbrunner Schlossstraße 1130 Vienna
Dates: November 26 - December 26, 2021
Hours: 10am - 9pm (daily)
Special holiday hours: December 24: 10am - 4pm; December 25 - 26: 10am - 6pm
6. Stephansplatz Christmas Market
Right in the heart of Vienna, in front of the huge cathedral of St. Stephens, one more Christmas Market is waiting to present you its traditional goodies. It’s not as large and as old as other markets in Vienna, nonetheless, it has high-quality products on offer. In the atmospheric wooden stalls, you will find from specialist chocolates to lovely candle holders to even jams and oils. Apart from Christmas delights, food and drinks, like roasted almonds, pretzels, or cupcakes, are also available.
Stephansplatz Christmas Market
Address: Stephansplatz, 1010 Vienna
Dates: November 12 - December 26, 2021
Hours: 11am - 9pm (daily)
Special Holiday Hours: December 24: 11am - 4pm; December 25 - 26: 11am - 7pm
Website: Stephansplatz Christmas Market
7. Winter at MQ
A somewhat different Christmas Market than the usual ones, Winter at MQ chooses to shift its focus on music and artistic light projections instead, which makes perfect sense, considering the venue. The festival takes place on the premises of the pretty modern Museumsquartier which hosts innovative exhibitions, workshops, and similar cultural events. During this festival, there are live DJs, open-air bars, captivating visual images projections, and as always, food and drinks. Oh, there is also an MQ shop to buy from, and an open-air design market as well.
Winter at MQ
Address: Museumsplatz 1 , 1070 Vienna
Dates: November 4, 2021 - January 9, 2022
Hours: Mon - Fri: 4pm - 11pm; Sat - Sun: 2pm - 11pm
Website: Winter at MQ
8. Am Hof Advent Market
For those looking for top-quality handicrafts whose vendors, in fact, go through a selection process, then Am Hof (meaning at court) Advent Market is the ideal choice. The market features two parts, one exclusively dedicated to arts and crafts, and the other to Christmas classics, decorations, and the likes. Unlike other markets, in this one, you can actually walk inside the lovely huts and feel deeper the Christmas spirit. A good number of food stalls are also hosted here, selling from waffles to gingerbread to all kinds of sausages.
Am Hof Advent Market
Address: Weihnachtsmarkt Am Hof, Am Hof, 1010 Vienna
Dates: November 12 - December 23, 2021
Hours: Mon - Thu: 11am - 9pm; Fri - Sun and Public Holidays: 10am - 9pm
Website: Am Hof Advent Market
9. Spittelberg Christmas Market
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This very special market is not the typical large market on a square or an open area, but rather, it spreads its stalls in cute alleyways and narrow streets, making the atmosphere uniquely cozy, but also jam-packed at times. Here, visitors will find the finest collections of arts and crafts locally or globally produced, among more than 100 stallkeepers. The market stands a pleasant 10-minute stroll from the city center, while, naturally, a number of culinary delights await you here as well.
Spittelberg Christmas Market
Address: Spittelberggasse, 1070 Vienna
Dates: November 12 - December 23, 2021
Hours: Mon - Thu: 2pm - 9pm; Fri: 2pm - 9:30pm; Sat: 10am - 9:30pm; Sun & Public Holidays: 10am - 9pm
Website: Spittelberg Christmas Market
10. Freyung Christmas Market
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Just a short walk from the very heart of Vienna and steps away from the Am Hof Market, you will find one more unique market which is actually an organic farm converted to a Christmas market for the festive season. The vendors here sell good-quality handicrafts, including decorations and candles, while across the street, the farmers’ stalls have organic and local products on offer. Lastly, since a Christmas market is not complete without gastronomic delights, come hungry to enjoy some delicious poppy seed cake or mountain cheese.
Freyung Christmas Market
Address: Altwiener Christkindlmarkt, Freyung, 1010 Vienna
Dates: November 20 - December 23, 2021
Website: Freyung Christmas Market
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Each of the above markets has its very own character and depending on your preferences, you might not want to visit them all. Choose the ones that you click with and your fun is guaranteed. Besides, who would say no to a walk through exquisitely decorated Viennese streets?
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