High angle shot of Christmas market in the town square of Prague, showing a lit up gothic church with two towers and spiky turrets, a monument with a circular barrier around it in the centre of the square, next to a large lit up Christmas tree. White roofs of the stalls are all around the square surrounded by people.

Christmas Markets

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Experience the magic

From Berlin to Riga, Prague to Vienna: all across Europe, Christmas-lovers can visit these cities for a chance to experience the magic of these famous Christmas markets. Plus, you can save 10% on our entire festive collection when you book before Monday, 31 March.

There’s nothing quite like a chilly evening spent strolling through a traditional Christmas market during the festive season. Indulge in all things Christmas as you shop, stroll and sip on spiced mulled wine against the backdrop of a quaint town square, Baroque palace or enchanting castle.

Get your Christmas shopping off to a fun and festive start with our selection of Christmas market breaks. Revel in Germany’s seasonal gemütlichkeit (good cheer), or take in the romantic surroundings of Vienna Christmas Market. Take a stroll through the festively lit lanes between chalet-like market stalls, and discover the charming, unique atmosphere of a Christmas market break.

Whether you'd like to spend your time at a European Christmas market admiring the fine handmade crafts on offer and shopping for unusual gifts, sipping a cup of glühwein as you gaze at glittering Christmas lights, or even ice skating in the middle of a town square, our Christmas market holidays are a wonderful way to welcome in the festive season.

From Edinburgh Christmas market to the wooden stalls on Riga's Town Hall Square, join us to immerse yourself in a truly festive experience away from home. Visit some of the largest and oldest Christmas markets and explore elegant historic cities, or watch local craftsmen – from bakers to glassblowers and wood carvers – work their magic in the Christmas markets of smaller villages.

Wherever takes your fancy this festive season, you’re sure to find something to match in our range of Christmas markets holidays.

In addition to four solo-exclusive tours, we also have 22 no single supplement places available across our wider festive collection, making it even easier to enjoy the holiday season your way.

Best Christmas Markets

Riga Christmas markets in Latvia
10% off
Riga Christmas Markets
Latvia
Discover the magic of Riga's traditional Christmas market with Newmarket Holidays. Book your Christmas break now and let us take care of you.+ 2 More
  • Spend three nights in the delightful Latvian capital
  • Explore the historic city of Riga
  • Free time to enjoy the city’s traditional Christmas Market on Old Town Square
  • 4 days from £540 pp

    was £599 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    04 December 2025

  • Duration

    4 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    1 included

  • Meals

    3 included

Krakow, Poland
10% off
Kraków Christmas Markets
Poland
Visit the beautiful Kraków Christmas Market this December and enjoy a walking tour around the city during the festive season. Flights included. + 2 More
  • Set off on a guided walking tour of Kraków
  • Enjoy free time to browse Kraków's Christmas markets
  • Watch an optional traditional folklore show and have dinner in a local restaurant
  • 4 days from £594 pp

    was £659 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    28 November 2025

  • Duration

    4 days

  • Depart From

    11 airports

  • Excursions

    1 included

  • Meals

    3 included

Montreux, Lake Geneva
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Swiss Christmas Markets
Switzerland
Find out more about this Newmarket Holidays Swiss Christmas Markets Break and book online with confidence.+ 2 More
  • Enjoy views of Lake Geneva
  • Discover the Swiss capital, Bern, on an optional tour
  • Spend three nights in the wonderful alpine village resort of Chateau d'Oex, once home to David Niven
  • 4 days from £725 pp

    was £805 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    November 2025 - December 2025

  • Duration

    4 days

  • Depart From

    5 airports

  • Excursions

    1 included

  • Meals

    6 included

Edinburgh Christmas Market
10% off
Edinburgh Christmas Markets
Scotland
Spend four days in Edinburgh, where you'll have time to explore colourful festive markets and even an authentic German Market after an included city tour.+ 3 More
  • Enjoy three nights in the Scottish capital
  • Take in glorious Edinburgh, ‘Athens of the North’
  • Free time to explore the city and its Christmas markets at your leisure
  • 4 days from £545 pp

    was £605 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    25 November 2025

  • Duration

    4 days

  • Depart From

    6 airports

  • Excursions

    1 included

  • Meals

    3 included

Shot of Vienna's gothic city hall which has one tall clock tower and four smaller towers, two on each side, all with pointy turrets. The building is a gold colour and is in front of a bright blue night sky. In front, is a Christmas Market, showing strips of cabin-like stalls and a variety of lit up Christmas decorations, one in the forefront reading 'Merry Christmas' in Austrian. People can be seen, although blurry as they are moving around.
10% off
Vienna Christmas Markets
Austria
Visit one of Europe's best Christmas Markets on our Vienna four day package. Flights & city tour included. + 2 More
  • Free time to enjoy Vienna’s wonderful Christmas Markets
  • A guided city tour of Vienna
  • Discover the Slovakian capital, Bratislava, with its glorious palaces and churches on an optional excursion
  • 4 days from £801 pp

    was £889 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    November 2025 - December 2025

  • Duration

    4 days

  • Depart From

    5 airports

  • Excursions

    1 included

  • Meals

    3 included

High angle shot of Christmas market in the town square of Prague, showing a lit up gothic church with two towers and spiky turrets, a monument with a circular barrier around it in the centre of the square, next to a large lit up Christmas tree. White roofs of the stalls are all around the square surrounded by people.
10% off
Prague Christmas Markets
Czech Republic
Celebrate Christmas in Prague with Newmarket Holidays. Enjoy a walking tour of Prague and explore the delightful Christmas markets in Wenceslas Square.+ 2 More
  • Time to explore Prague's Christmas Markets
  • A guided walking tour of Prague
  • Three nights in Bohemian gem Prague
  • 4 days from £747 pp

    was £829 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    18 December 2025

  • Duration

    4 days

  • Depart From

    7 airports

  • Excursions

    1 included

  • Meals

    3 included

Christmas market river cruises

Strasbourg, France
Save up to £800 per couple
Rhine Christmas Markets
Germany, France
Sail the Rhine on our Rhine Christmas Markets Cruise. Visit traditional markets and enjoy festive celebrations. Book now for a magical trip!+ 1 More
  • Visit the beautiful city of Strasbourg, home to France's oldest Christmas market
  • Sail south through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge from Cologne
  • Join a guided excursion to Speyer - Germany's oldest medieval town
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    6 days from £1,599 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    10 December 2025

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Excursions

    1 included

  • Meals

    11 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

Shot of a gothic city hall which has a tall clock tower in the middle and four smaller towers, two either side, all with spiky turrets. The building has long windows all over and is a gold colour. Below are the Vienna Christmas markets, with four vertical strips of stalls, the centre having a christmas tree at the far end. There are many people shopping, with lights and lit up signs above them.
Save up to £800 per couple
Danube Christmas Markets
Austria, Slovakia, Germany
Experience the Christmas spirit on a Premium Inclusive A-ROSA Danube river cruise. Admire festive Vienna and cosmopolitan Linz while sailing Wachau Valley.+ 2 More
  • Visit Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, a city transformed with festive lights and markets
  • Join an included city tour of festive Vienna
  • Explore the Austrian capital and its Christmas markets
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    5 days from £1,578 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    14 December 2025

  • Duration

    5 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Excursions

    1 included

  • Meals

    11 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

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