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Vienna Christmas market Austrian National Tourist Office / Rainer Mirau
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Step into the joy of Christmas with the beautiful streets of Vienna as your backdrop. Punch and chestnut stands draw customers with seasonal treats and stallholders get shoppers in the Christmas spirit with handcrafted goods.
The Christmas markets in Vienna truly are an age-old tradition. The forerunners of the present-day events date back to the Middle Ages, when in 1296 Albrecht I granted Vienna's citizens the privilege of holding a December Market or "Krippenmarkt". Since then, the character and prevalence of these markets has changed considerably. Nowadays, over 20 official Advent markets sell a vast array of seasonal gifts and mouth-watering treats.
Christmas Markets
Austrian National Tourist Office / Harald Eisenberger
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Viennese Dream Christmas Market
The Viennese Dream Christmas Market in front of the City Hall is an unforgettable highlight for those eager to get into the spirit of the season. The unique backdrop gives this market a charm of its own, and the delicious aromas are sure to lull all visitors into the seasonal joy. Inside the City Hall on the ground floor, there is an area dedicated to children, where they can learn how to make Christmas cookies or candles. You can also listen to international choirs singing carols with free entrance on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Where: On the square in front of the City Hall
When: 11 November - 26 December 2023
Austrian National Tourist Office / Popp & Hackner
Vienna
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Christmas Village Belvedere Palace
Explore baroque lifestyle and traditional handicrafts. The popular Christmas Village Belvedere Palace is set against the glorious baroque backdrop of the world-famous residence, one of Vienna‘s most beautiful and significant sights. More than 40 festively decorated market stalls offer traditional handcrafted goods, elaborate Christmas decorations and special culinary delights.
Where: Belvedere Palace, Prinz Eugen-Straße
When: 17 November - 23 December 2023
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 11 am – 9 pm; Saturday – Sunday 10 am – 9 pm; 24 December 11 am – 4 pm; 26 - 30 December 11 am – 7 pm
Plus: New Year's Market (31 December 2023 11 am - 6 pm)
Austrian National Tourist Office / Karl Thomas
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Christmas Village on Maria Theresien Square
Experience impressive Viennese buildings and traditional customs at the Christmas Village on Maria Theresien Square this winter, located between the Museum of Natural History and the Museum of Art. There is no escaping the Christmas atmosphere with festively decorated market stalls and a vast array of culinary delights.
Where: Maria Theresien Platz
When: 15 November - 23 December 2023
Opening times: Sunday – Thursday 11 am – 9 pm; Friday & Saturday 11 am – 10 pm; 24 December 11 am – 4 pm; 25 - 30 December 11 am – 7 pm
Plus: New Year's Market (31 December 2023 11 am - 6 pm)
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Christmas Village Campus University of Vienna
The Christmas Village Campus University of Vienna (Vienna's Former General Hospital) will enchant the visitor with its traditional Viennese atmosphere. The lovingly designed and decorated market stalls located along the many narrow alleyways offer beautiful Christmas gifts as well as delicious Glühwein.
Where: Universitätscampus, Alserstrasse
When: 10 November - 23 December 2023
Opening times: Monday - Wednesday 2 pm – 10 pm; Thursday, Friday 2 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11 am – 11 pm; Sunday 11 am –8 pm
Austrian National Tourist Office / Christian Kremser
Schloß Schönbrunn
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Christmas Market at Schönbrunn Palace
Approximately 60 exhibitors present handicrafts and original gifts such as hand-made Christmas decorations and nativity sets for visitors to admire and purchase right in front of the famous Schönbrunn Palace. The fragrance of freshly baked Vanillekipferl and hot punch fills the air and creates a wonderful atmosphere.
Where: Parade Court, in front of Schönbrunn Palace
When: 18 November 2023 - 4 January 2024
18 November – 23 December 2023 | 10 am to 9 pm
24 December 2023 | 10 am to 4 pm
25 December 2023 – 4 January 2024 | 10 am to 6 pm
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Christmas Market at Spittelberg
The Spittelberg is a revitalized heritage district from the Biedermeier period with narrow side streets. Throughout the festive season, you will find objets d'art, ceramics, warm jumpers, rugs, and jewellery made of silver, enamel, and brass at the Christmas Market at Spittelberg.
Where: Spittelberg district
When: 16 November - 23 December 2023
Opening times: Mondays – Thursdays 2 pm – 9 pm; Fridays 2 pm – 9.30 pm; Saturdays 10 am – 9.30 pm; Sundays and holidays 10 am – 9 pm
Austrian National Tourist Office / Harald Eisenberger
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Additional Christmas Events & Markets in Vienna:
- Art Advent - Art & Crafts on Karlsplatz
- Winter Market on Riesenradplatz
- Old Viennese Christmas Market (German-language only)
- Am Hof Advent Market (German-language only)
- Christmas Market on Stephansplatz
- Advent Delights Market next to Vienna State Opera House (German-language only)
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Christmas market in front of Schönbrunn Palace Austrian National Tourist Office / Christian Kremser
Schloß Schönbrunn
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Advent in the city centre of Vienna, St. Stephen's Cathedral Austrian National Tourist Office / Filmspektakel.at
Wien Stephansplatz
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Christmas lights on the Graben in Vienna Austrian National Tourist Office / Harald Eisenberger
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Vienna Christmas World at Rathausplatz Austrian National Tourist Office / Christian Kremser
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Christmas lights on the Kohlmarkt in Vienna Austrian National Tourist Office / Harald Eisenberger
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Vienna Christmas market Austrian National Tourist Office / Rainer Mirau
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