Many tourists from all over Europe head to the Christmas markets in Vienna during Advent, because they are among the best and most diverse. When do the Viennese Christmas markets take place and what prices should I expect? Find out in this article.
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Tune in to Christmas with the magical atmosphere of the markets, where the smell of traditional Glühwein, Christmas cakes, studios and roasted sausages mingle in the air.
All this with lavishly decorated Christmas sets and illuminated trees.
When and where are the Christmas markets in Vienna?
Vienna hosts up to ten different Christmas markets each year, each with slightly different dates and opening times. Generally, the markets start in mid-November and end either on 23 December or after Christmas (most often on 26 December).
Most markets are open daily between 11:00 and 21:00, but again times vary according to the specific market.
Opening times of Christmas markets in 2024
Exact opening times will be published around the end of October, when we will update this article. In the meantime, you can get an idea of last year's opening times.
- Vienna's main Christmas market in front of the Town Hall - you'll find 125 stalls selling gifts, crafts, Christmas decorations, toys, food and drink. All the trees in the adjacent Town Hall Park are festively lit and nearby you can skate on the 3,000m2 ice rink. The local heart tree, popular with couples in love, has also gained popularity.
- 10.11. - 26.12.2023
- Official website: christkindlmarkt.at
- Christmas Village on Maria-Theresien-Platz - Right between the Art History and Natural History Museums, a village with 70 stalls selling original gifts opens at Advent and freely transitions into a New Year's Eve village full of food stalls towards the end of the year.
- 15.11. - 26.12.2023, daily 11:00-21:00, on Friday and Saturday until 22:00, on 24.12 only until 16:00 and 25.+26.12 until 19:00
- Official website: weihnachtsdorf.at
- Christmas Market on Stephansplatz - in the centre of Vienna under the cathedral you will find about 40 stalls focusing on Austrian traditions and traditional products from the cities and mountains.
- 10.11. - 26.12.2023, daily 11:00-21:00, on 24.12 only until 16:00 and 25.+26.12 until 19:00
- Official website: weihnachtsdorf.at
- Christmas Village at Belveder Castle - several dozen stalls spread out in the castle park with the baroque backdrop of Belveder Castle.
- 17.11. - 26.12.2023, daily 11:00-21:00, on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00, on 24.12 only until 16:00 and 25.+26.12 until 19:00
- Official website: weihnachtsdorf.at
- Advent Market at the Opera House - will delight especially gourmets and lovers of tasting all kinds of goodies. This market specialises in food and drink of all kinds, from sausages to roasted chestnuts to Christmas sweets.
- The market is closed in 2023 for construction work.
- Official website: adventgenussmarkt.at
- Schönbrunn Christmas Market - The Christmas and New Year's market with the beautiful backdrop of Schönbrunn Castle provides Christmas goodies, crafts, decorations or various workshops for children in around 80 stalls.
- 18.11.2023 - 4.1.2024, daily 10:00-21:00, on 24.12. 10:00-16:00 and from 25.12. to 4.11. only until 18:00
- Official website: weihnachtsmarkt.co.at
- Prater Winter Market - Prater amusement park can't be left behind either, where you can enjoy a Christmas market with food, drink and attractions for children and adults.
- 18.11.2023 - 7.1.2024, daily 12:00-22:00, weekend from 11:00
- Official website: wintermarkt.at
- Christmas Village on the university campus - a small authentic market with no tourists, where mainly local university students and families meet thanks to several children's attractions headed by a small train.
- 10.11. - 23.12.2023, Monday to Wednesday 14:00-22:00, Thursday and Friday 14:00-23:00, Saturday 11:00-23:00, Sunday only until 20:00
- Official website: weihnachtsdorf.at
- Freyung Old Viennese Christmas Market - the oldest market with a tradition since 1772 offers mainly traditional handicrafts, glass ornaments and a program with carols and Christmas songs.
- 17.11. - 23.12.2023, daily 10:00-21:00
- Official website: altwiener-markt.at
- Christmas Market Am Hof - a smaller market with a very quiet atmosphere right in the city centre contains about 40 stalls with quality artisanal gifts and several stalls with essential refreshments.
- 10.11. - 23.12.2023, daily 11:00-21:00, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 10:00
- Official website: weihnachtsmarkt-hof.at
- Art Advent Market Karlsplatz - offers the most diverse cultural programme, where around dozens of stalls with various handicrafts and goodies there are often exhibitions or concerts.
- 24.11. - 23.12.2023, daily 12:00-20:00
- Official website: divinaart.at
- Spittelberg Christmas Market - a wide range of treats and Christmas goodies is complemented by traditional stalls selling gifts and souvenirs in the backdrop of the narrow streets of the Spittelberg district
- 17.11. - 23.12.2023, daily 14:00-21:00, weekend from 10:00
- Official website: spittelberg.at
- Advent Market K.u.K. - the small market on Michaelerplatz right next to the Hofburg offers mainly Austrian specialities from gastronomy and crafts. They also impress with their stylish snow-white stalls.
- Opening hours for 2023 not yet announced
- Official website: kuk-weihnachtsmarkt.at
- Türkenschanzpark Christmas Market - away from the main tourist stream, you'll come across a large and beautiful Christmas market with food, drink and original gifts in Türkenschanz Park in the north of Vienna.
- 10.11. - 23.12.2023, weekdays 15:00-21:00, weekends 12:00-21:00
- Official website: weihnachtimpark.at
You'll come across other smaller Christmas markets with a few stalls all over Vienna, especially at churches and larger squares. Some are only open on weekends, others all week long.
Prices at Christmas markets in Vienna
There is no admission fee for any of the Christmas markets listed, they are open to the public, even if you don't buy anything.
To give you an idea, here are the average prices of goods at Vienna's markets. Prices vary slightly from market to market, with variations usually within 50 cents.
The vast majority of stalls only accept cash.
- Brew or punch 0,25 l - 6,50 eur
- Roasted chestnuts (usually 6 pieces) - 4,50 eur
- Hot chocolate 0.25 l - 5 eur
- Tea 0.25 l - 3 eur
- Roast potatoes - 4 eur
- Roasted almonds 100 g - 4 eur
- Sausage - 7,50 eur
- Beer 0.3 l - 6,50 eur
- Kaiserschmarn - 8 eur
- Decorations, gifts and crafts: usually max. 15 eur
Hi, I have a question about parking, specifically on Saturday. Is it worth looking for a free parking space nearby during this period (v. markets) or better to throw in a P+R and not worry. We are planning to go through the main market and only that Saturday.
Thank you for any reply