Christmas Market Breaks
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The festive season is just around the corner, so it's a great time to book a Christmas city break. Explore magical Christmas markets, seasonal food and drink and decorated streets across Europe.
Whether you're planning a festive weekend away or chasing some winter sun instead, you'll find great-value Christmas holidays.
Best Christmas markets in Europe
Discover some of Europe's most popular Christmas market destinations.
One of Europe's best all-round Christmas market destinations, Krakow combines festive squares, seasonal food and a beautiful Old Town. If you're after a lively atmosphere and plenty to see and do, this city ticks all the boxes.
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£105
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Browse traditional German Christmas markets, tuck into seasonal treats and experience the festive traditions Bavaria is famous for. For travellers looking for an authentic Christmas market break, Munich is hard to beat.
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£188
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Premium Christmas markets, sparkling lights and grand architecture make Vienna a favourite year after year. Expect a festive atmosphere that feels straight out of a Christmas film.
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£185
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Cosy cafés, decorations and seasonal traditions give Copenhagen its distinctive festive character. You'll experience an unmistakable Scandinavian Christmas feel, with plenty of festive charm and a relaxed atmosphere throughout the city.
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£178
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Salzburg offers a picture-perfect setting filled with historic streets, traditional Christmas markets and striking Alpine scenery. Few destinations are better suited to a scenic Christmas getaway.
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£277
Includes mandatory fees and taxesAlternative Christmas market cities
Discover great-value alternatives to Europe's most popular Christmas market cities.
Combining festive markets, grand architecture and famous thermal baths, Budapest offers plenty of Christmas magic without the premium price tag. Travellers looking to get more out of their festive getaway will love what Budapest has to offer.
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£136
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Often overlooked in favour of Europe's more popular Christmas market cities, Wrocław gives you colourful streets, festive displays and a charming Christmas market. With fewer crowds and a local feel, it's a great-value festive getaway.
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£151
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Festive markets and waterfront views combined with cheaper accommodation costs mean Gdansk is considered one of Europe's best-value Christmas market destinations. It's a great option for Christmas magic without stretching your budget.
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£136
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With Christmas markets, seasonal events and beautiful light displays, Warsaw delivers plenty of festive charm at a lower price than some of Europe's more famous Christmas destinations. Enjoy all the Christmas festivities, often for less.
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£181
Includes mandatory fees and taxesOur top Polish Christmas market hotels
Great Location
Aparthotel Lwowska 1
This stylish aparthotel puts Krakow’s Christmas markets, historic sights and lively Kazimierz district all within easy reach. Back at the hotel, unwind in the spa and wellness centre or enjoy a bite in the bistro after a day of sightseeing.
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Q Hotel Kraków
A modern base for your Krakow Christmas market break, this hotel combines smart rooms, a cosy restaurant and bar, plus easy access to the city centre for festive shopping and sightseeing.
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Central location
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Krakow Old Town
Perfectly placed between Krakow’s Old Town and Kazimierz, you’ll find the city’s Christmas markets, festive lights and historic sights are close by. After a day of exploring, you can relax in the hotel’s restaurant and glazed patio.
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Old town building
Aparthotel Santi
Stay in the heart of Krakow’s Old Town, just moments from the Christmas markets, Market Square and Wawel Castle. Set in a characterful 13th-century building, you can expect plenty of historic features alongside modern comforts.
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Vibrant Setting
The Social Hub Berlin
Discover Berlin’s festive side from this centrally located hotel, putting Christmas markets and city highlights within easy reach. When you're not out exploring, make the most of the restaurant, bar and leisure facilities.
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Heated Outdoor Pool
WunderLocke
For a Christmas city break with a difference, this aparthotel combines festive exploring with plenty of time to recharge. After a day wandering Munich’s Christmas markets, unwind by the pool, hit the gym or relax in your spacious apartment.
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Peaceful location
K+K Hotel am Harras
Make the most of Munich’s Christmas markets from this well-connected hotel, where festive city exploring is paired with cosy rooms, a gym and a terrace for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.
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Modern
Leonardo Hotel Munich City East
With Munich’s Christmas markets just a train ride away, you’re in a great spot to make the most of all the festive sightseeing. Back at the hotel, enjoy a drink at the bar, a meal in the restaurant or a workout in the gym.
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Christmas market FAQs
A Christmas market city break is a great way to experience festive traditions, seasonal food and drink, Christmas shopping and iconic European sights all in one trip. From twinkling lights and festive entertainment to cosy cafés and historic city centres, Christmas market breaks offer plenty of festive atmosphere, making them a popular choice for a Christmas holiday.
Europe is home to some of the world's most popular Christmas markets, with everything from traditional German Christmas markets to festive city breaks in Vienna, Budapest and Krakow. Each destination offers its own mix of seasonal sights, food and Christmas atmosphere.
While destinations like Vienna and Amsterdam are among Europe's most famous Christmas market breaks, cities such as Gdansk, Budapest and Warsaw can offer a similar festive atmosphere with the potential for better value.
Most Christmas markets in Europe open between mid-November and early December, with many running until Christmas Eve. Some markets stay open until the end of December or early January, giving you plenty of opportunities to enjoy a Christmas city break throughout the season.
Yes. With Sundeals, you can find great-value Christmas holiday packages with your flights and hotel included. Booking everything together can make planning your festive getaway simpler, whether you're dreaming of the Christmas markets in Krakow, Budapest, Vienna or beyond.