Best Christmas Markets to Visit in Vienna
There's a whole host of great Christmas markets in Vienna. From the oldest to the new kid on the block, these are the pick of the best.
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Enjoy the Magic of the Holidays with Christmas Markets in Vienna
There's nowhere quite like Vienna at Christmas. Christmas markets in Vienna are an age old tradition dating back hundreds of years. Today, the smell of roast chestnuts fills the air as hundreds of vendors sell everything from traditional foodstuffs to hand made tree ornaments.
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1. Christkindlmarkt
Occupying the square in front of the Rathaus, Vienna's neo-Gothic city hall, this is the biggest and oldest Christmas market in Vienna. There are more than 150 traditional wooden stalls where you can indulge in strudel, baked potatoes and candied nuts. Artisans display painstakingly crafted Christmas decorations.
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2. Schönbrunn Christmas Market
A jaw-dropping setting is just one of the attractions of Schönbrunn Christmas Market, in the forecourt of the Hapsburg summer palace, lit up in gold for the season. More than 80 stalls form a semi-circle around the square, with high quality wares from glass blowers, wood carvers and more. A huge choice of food, too.
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3. Stephansplatz Christmas Market
Vienna's most traditional Christmas market occupies the square in front of the ancient St Stephen's Cathedral. There's been a market here since medieval times. About 40 stalls sell jewelery, hand-painted decorations, seasonal candles and the like.
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4. Karlsplatz Christmas Market
This is very much the alternative choice with an impressive setting in front of the Baroque Karlskirche church. Hosted by a local arts and crafts organisation, stall holders sell goods they've made themselves. There's everything from ceramics to clothing and jewelery.
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Best Holiday Shopping Areas in Vienna
Vienna has indulged in luxury since the time of the imperial court of the Austro-Hungarian empire. Tradition can still be found on cobbled streets, along with big name luxury brands, all of which makes for excellent holiday shopping.
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1. Inner Stadt
Deluxe shopping in the heart of Vienna. Kohlmarkt plays host to luxury stores which once supplied the emperor. All are lit and dressed for the holidays. On nearby Kärntner Strasse, the unmissable Steffl department store features windows by a different artist each year with floor after floor of upmarket gift ideas.
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2. Mariahilf (6th District)
The longest shopping street in Vienna is host to delightful seasonal lights during the holidays. It's fully pedestrianized allowing for a leisurely stroll taking in the small boutiques as well as the established brands with plenty of bars and restaurants for refreshment.
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3. Neubau (7th District)
Cobbled streets welcome discerning shoppers to this low key and thoroughly enjoyable holiday shopping area with an abundance of small boutiques. Look out for Mühlbauer hat makers for ground-breaking and traditional designs. Ina Kent offers of-the-moment leather handbags.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Christmas Markets in Vienna: What is the vacation rental cost in Vienna?
The average rate for a vacation home in Vienna is usually between $117 and $156 per night.
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