We just chose this time of year in order to combine the visit of the city with the christmas markets. The dos and donts of prague christmas markets taste of. Click on the red marker to get more information about the particular market. We have booked the hotel ventana right in the old town of.
The prague christmas markets consist of wooden stalls selling czech handicrafts, hot food sausages and local specialties and hot drinks, such as mulled wine svarene vino or svarak. In addition, some of them boast live bands and gospel choirs, ice curling rinks, and even fire dances and an alpine log cabin. Spend at least a weekend there are enough markets hereto probably keep you shopping for a week. The prague christmas markets are open every day from 28th november 2020 to 06th january 2021. Current information on christmas 2020 will be available here again in late november 2020. They invite people to walk out and find warmth in conversations with their families and friends. The largest and most magical is in old town square especially when its snowing which happened in 2010 when i was there. Visit the christmas markets in prague, december 2019.
Mar 24, 2011 prague christmas markets start on 29 november and run daily throughout december until 1 january. Dear visitors, the christmas and new year holidays 20192020 are unfortunately already over. You can filter each district prague 01 to prague 22 using the map legend arrow in the topleft corner. Christmas markets with prague 2020 includes accommodation as well as. From early december a christmas market centred around a huge christmas tree takes over old town square. That said, for actual shopping, germany and austria have a clear advantage. Enjoy the rest of your day at the christmas markets and many other central attractions, such as charles bridge and castle district. Wanna make your christmas time in prague even more special. Prague christmas markets are among europes most atmospheric and popular markets, definitely worth a visit. Hubert house provides accommodation with free wifi. Prague christmas market mega guide 2020 a very merry prague.
Small stalls are slotted in round the statue of jan hus surrounded with the centuries. The prague christmas markets are open daily at the old town square, wenceslas. Some of it will be similar to whats youve eaten in the prague. The biggest one is the budapest christmas market on vorosmarty square vorosmarty ter. From 28th november 2020 to 6th january 2021 the christmas markets in old town square in the centre of prague are the biggest project of its kind in the czech republic. Prague christmas markets start on 26 november and run daily throughout december until 1 january. Today, pragues markets are recognized as one of the most atmospheric ones in the world, bringing together. Prague christmas markets sightseeing prague, prague.
Items for sale range from glassware, wooden toys, scented candles, handmade jewelry, ceramic mugs, hats and scarves, puppets and christmas trees. Christmas market prague, czech republic events lonely. Its the countrys most picturesque yuletide bazaar, but try to visit on a weekday morning early in the month as at other times the square is overrun with visitors. The most important christmas market in prague, many stalls, a large and brightly lit christmas tree, in the square are also held concerts and musical events. Prague christmas markets dates of the christmas market 2019. The ultimate guide to pragues christmas markets updated 20202021. Prague is politically divided into 22 districts, which are numbered from 01 to 22, and each district consists of smaller cadastral areas. Each year vienna and various local associations fit more than a dozen christmas markets with christmas trees, mulled wine, traditional food, and arts and crafts stalls. Guide to pragues best christmas markets simply enjoy travel. Christmas markets attract many travellers to europe in winter and the. Prague christmas markets guide 20202021 the wandering.
Not only foreigners, but also czech tourists from other cities. Christmas markets with prague 2020 includes accommodation as well as an expert guide, meals, transport. Hopefully, you have found the information we have prepared on this special christmas website useful and inspiring so your advent and christmas time in prague was even more enjoyable. It is impossible to miss the aromas of traditional hungarian food. Christmas and christmas markets are the best things about the winter. Prague is on par with any other europe market with regards to atmosphere, food and drink. Given the cynical overhyped world we live in, there are few experiences today that really live up to their image. With the beautiful buildings surrounding the square. There are 3 main prague christmas markets market places with locations rather close to each other.
Vienna is every year on your podium of the best christmas markets in europe. Christmas markets 2020 the prague christmas markets are open every day from 28th november 2020 to 06th january 2021, including on christmas eve, christmas day and new years day. Thousand of visitors come every year to breathe the magical atmosphere of this unique city, strolling around the. Today, visit old town square christmas markets and enjoy live christmas carols. Several christmas markets in cologne have plenty to offer, from selected gifts and individually crafted artisan handicraft to culinary specialities. In addition, some of them boast live bands and gospel choirs, ice curling rinks, and even fire dances and an. Even if you wanted to, you couldt miss the christmas markets around the center of prague in december. The christmas markets in old town square in the centre of prague are the biggest project of its kind in the czech republic.
Budapest christmas market on vorosmarty square november 8 2019january 1, 2020 starting from the last days of november several festive markets open their stands for visitors. Prague christmas market brings locals and visitors together. Ive created this guide to help you enjoy all there is to offer in pragues fun, magical advent markets. The unique atmosphere of the most charming christmas markets in the world.
Prague christmas markets 2017 with kids prague with family. The prague christmas markets are open daily at the old town square and wenceslas square. Youll find over 20 markets set in palace courtyards and grand squares. In total, pragues metro sometimes also referred as subway or underground has 61 stations with a total length of 65 kilometers, and every year it services more than half a. Discover best prague christmas markets with kids and use my free. Embrace the festive spirit by visiting striezelmarkt, a nutcracker. They are rightly considered among the most beautiful christmas markets in europe. Those held in prague can pride themselves on having been voted the most beautiful of these events by.
The main christmas tree is located in the old town square, which is. Christmas gifts, tree decorations, sweets and warming drinks are waiting for you and have fun christmas workshops for kids. Today, pragues markets are recognized as one of the most atmospheric ones in the world, bringing together both locals and guests to share the festive spirit. You can filter each line a green, b yellow, c red or display specific station using the map legend arrow in the topleft corner. A sightseeing tour led by a local guide can help visitors discover the true beauty of. Whether you are a fan of baby jesus or santa, one thing is undeniable. Dec 01, 2016 christmas market in prague on old town square is very famous, so it is also very very very touristy. All these medieval churches, towers, christmas lights, christmas tree, snowflakes, it was like fairy tale. Christkindlmarkt is the biggest and most popular, outside the elegant vienna city hall, bronzed by golden fairy lights and home to a huge christmas tree. This is no czech tradition, and these christmas markets were only introduced 20. Then hire me as your private local photographer to capture your holidays related read.
I grant consent to the processing of my personal data for marketing purposes. Following map shows all major christmas markets you can visit in prague during christmas time. Dec 18, 2017 prague christmas market pragues christmas market at the old town square has been named in the top 10 best christmas markets in the world. All these medieval churches, towers, christmas lights, christmas tree, snowflakes, it was like. Dec 05, 2014 pragues christmas markets have increased in popularity over the years, being rated as one of the best christmas markets in europe by cnn. Nov 30, 2019 christmas and christmas markets are the best things about the winter. Prague christmas market pragues christmas market at the old town square has been named in the top 10 best christmas markets in the. We will be staying 5 nights in prague since we have never been there and also wish to see prague which i understand is beautiful.
Top 6 christmas markets in prague with 2019 dates getting. Nov 10, 2017 wanna make your christmas time in prague even more special. Vienna christmas market guide and map 2020 vienna unwrapped. Prague christmas markets start on 29 november and run daily throughout december until 1 january. Below i have written some top tips to help you navigate your way around prague christmas markets so make your visits less stressful and more magical. Search in the events section including permanent exhibitions search. A winter wonderland awaits, for visitors to soak up the festive atmosphere, browse the stalls, and enjoy christmas carols, hearty food and local drinks photos. The christmas markets are a specialty of central europe. Dec 05, 2011 for the mother lode of all christmas markets, head to vienna. Namesti jiriho z podebrad markets opened during weekends from 30. Some of it will be similar to whats youve eaten in the prague markets, but their mulled wine is definitely better. Christmas market in old town square is the most famous and popular one.
Apr 24, 2016 in total, pragues metro sometimes also referred as subway or underground has 61 stations with a total length of 65 kilometers, and every year it services more than half a billion passengers. This xmas market is the busiest and prettiest one in prague. The biggest and best drapes the old town square, where the hum of carols, clipclop of hooves and steam of hot wine float through the frosty air. Christmas markets in prague have been doing it for many centuries. Prague christmas markets step inside a snow globe of winter wonder at pragues toytown christmas markets. With the river cruise tour christmas markets with prague 2020, you have a 18 day tour package taking you through prague, czech republic and 14 other destinations in europe. Set in the very heart of the city is a traditional czech marketplace, where, in dozens of wooden stalls, merchants offer typical christmas goods and items such as traditional czech blown glass balls, products made of glass.
Prague christmas markets 2019 your christmas markets guide. One of those that do is a visit to a christmas market german. One of the most wellknown christmas markets is the traditional vienna magic of advent, which turns the city hall square into a shining fairytale land. There are also smaller markets at republic square, at havels market, on. Use the list below to find your way around the different markets, which start opening from midnovember in 2020. For the mother lode of all christmas markets, head to vienna. For a download click at the tour map on your right mouse button and choose save target as. The republic square prague christmas market is my favourite of the central markets. Major markets are located around wenceslas square and old town square while smaller ones can be found around havelska trziste, namesti miru and namesti republiky. For more information about how we process and store your personal data, click here. Well worth a visit to the czech republic to do some christmas shopping or pick up some czech traditional items.
Join us on a 3night break to the czech capital and enjoy christmas shopping and a prague city tour during your stay. Vienna christmas markets map with opening times 2019 pdf for printing and download tip. Prague christmas market 2020 dates, hotels, things to do. This is no czech tradition, and these christmas markets were only introduced 20 years ago to promote tourism. Christmas market in prague on old town square is very famous, so it is also very very very touristy. One of the best preserved cities of europe, and the christmas markets add to the flair.
Prague christmas markets 2020 local information prague. The christmas markets in cologne are among the most beautiful ones in germany and its beautiful christmas tree is ranked among the most beautiful christmas trees in europe. Discover the enchanting festive season of europe as you cruise onboard your luxury river ship. There is something so unique in the artistic and a very welcoming atmosphere during the christmas holidays. The main markets are held at the old town square and wenceslas square 5 minutes walk from each other. More space, cheaper and generally a better feeling. Mar 19, 2020 dusseldorf at christmas time looks like this.
Hotels near prague christmas market, czech republic. Those held in prague can pride themselves on having been voted the most beautiful of these events by the usa today readers in an extensive opinion poll. Prague xmas market brings out the festive spirit in everyone. Nov 29, 2015 prague christmas markets start on 26 november and run daily throughout december until 1 january. Christmas markets with prague 2020 by scenic luxury cruises. Best christmas markets in europe europes best destinations. Christmas markets with prague 2020 by scenic luxury.