The most popular and also considered by many to be the best fair is the market that takes place in front of the town hall. It’s a real Christmas town, straight from the typical romantic comedies you can watch on Hallmark. However, there are many more magical places that introduce atmosphere in the capital of Austria. To visit all the Christmas markets in 2024, it is worth booking about three days.
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Christmas market on the campus of the University of Vienna 2024. Opening date and hours
The fair on the campus of the University of Vienna offers around 50 stands where you can find handmade Christmas decorations, jewelry, ceramics and traditional Austrian delicacies. An additional attraction is the opportunity to play curling, which is great fun for both adults and children. Admission to the fair is free, but prices at the stands depend on the products offered. Here you can find both affordable souvenirs and more exclusive crafts. The fair is open from November 15 to December 23, 2024. It is open from Monday to Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. On Thursdays and Fridays: 14:00-23:00. On Saturdays: 11:00 – 23:00 and on Sundays: 11:00 – 20:00.
Christmas market at Rathausplatz in Vienna 2024. Opening date and hours
One of the most famous and largest Christmas markets in Vienna takes place on Rathausplatz, in front of the town hall. This fair offers over 150 stands with handicrafts, Christmas decorations, as well as traditional dishes and drinks such as mulled wine (Glühwein) and roasted chestnuts. There are special attractions for children, such as handicraft workshops and carousels. The fair at the town hall runs from November 15, 2024 to December 26, 2024. It is open every day from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., on Fridays and Saturdays until 10:00 p.m., on December 24, until 4:00 p.m., and on December 25 and 26, until 7:00 p.m. Admission is free, prices at the stands depend on the products.
Christmas Market on Maria-Theresien-Platz in Vienna 2024. Opening date and hours
This fair is located between the Art History Museum and the Natural History Museum. This is the perfect place for art and culture lovers who can combine museum visits with Christmas shopping. At the stands you can find original gifts, jewelry, ceramics and other handmade products. There are also typical Christmas delicacies. The Christmas village is open from November 15, 2024 to December 26, 2024. It is open every day from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., on Fridays and Saturdays until 10:00 p.m., on December 24, until 4:00 p.m., and on December 25 and 26, until 7:00 p.m. . Admission is free, prices at the stands depend on the products.
Christmas Market on Karlsplatz in Vienna 2024. Opening date and hours
The Karlsplatz Christmas market, also known as Art Advent, is one of the most artistic places in Vienna. Here you can buy unique Christmas decorations, gifts and listen to live concerts. There are also plenty of stands with delicacies, including: Kiachl (a type of flat donut), potato goulash, Blunzengröstl (a black pudding dish), buckwheat pancakes and many others. There are also plenty of attractions for children, such as a carousel and handicraft workshops. The fair is open from November 15 to December 23, from 12:00 to 20:00. Free admission.
Christmas market on Stephansplatz in Vienna 2024. Opening date and hours
The fair on Stephansplatz is located right next to St. Peter’s Cathedral. Szczepan, which gives it a unique character. At about 40 stands you can find traditional Austrian products, handicrafts, Christmas decorations and local delicacies. The smell of mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and other Christmas delicacies fills the air. The fair is open from November 10 to December 26. You can visit it from 11:00 to 21:00, December 24: until 16:00, December 25 and 26: until 19:00. Free admission.
Christmas market at Belvedere Palace
The fair at the Belweder Palace has a unique atmosphere thanks to the baroque architecture of the palace and beautifully lit gardens. At numerous stands you can find handmade Christmas decorations, jewelry, ceramics and traditional Austrian delicacies such as mulled wine (Glühwein) and roasted chestnuts. There are special attractions for children, such as handicraft workshops and carousels. The fair is open from November 15 to December 31. Every day from 11:00 to 21:00. On Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 21:00. December 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On December 25 – 30 from 11:00 to 19:00 and on December 31 from 11:00 to 18:00. Free admission.
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