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Best Christmas Markets in Prague
This Czech Republic city is home to some of the best Christmas markets in Europe.
Nowhere does Christmas markets quite like Prague – from small and traditional to sprawling stalls that take over the city’s cobbled streets, it’s got the lot. Wind your way from the Old Town Square market to the snow-capped Prague Castle market – mulled wine in hand – and you’ll find twinkling trees, carol singers and some of the best local grub going.
Sound like your kind of thing? Welcome in winter with our round-up of the best Christmas markets in Prague. Then, book one of our Prague city breaks – you won’t be disappointed.
Sound like your kind of thing? Welcome in winter with our round-up of the best Christmas markets in Prague. Then, book one of our Prague city breaks – you won’t be disappointed.
Take a trip to the Old Town Square Christmas market
The festive feel-good factor starts at the city’s largest and longest-running Christmas market, from late November to early January. With a spire-studded skyline (this is the city of 100 spires, after all), a towering tree and big-name buildings like Tyn Church and the famous Astronomical Clock, this place is like something out of a gothic fairytale. Feeling hungry? Fill up on cheese, meat flatbreads and trdelník, a traditional cinnamon and sugar pastry. Take photos of the sprawling market from the central observation bridge just Tyn Church here, too.
Wander around Wenceslas Square Christmas market
Head five minutes east from the Old Town Square, and you’ll find yourself at another must-visit market – Wenceslas Square. This place has a smaller footprint than its nearby neighbour, but its cute fairy light-topped stalls more than make up for its dinky size. Possibly better than pigs in blankets, klobása – a pork sausage, mustard and spiced potato combo – is a tasty Czech treat to try while you’re here. As for souvenir shopping, there’s everything from traditional wooden toys to glass trinkets.
Peek around Prague Castle Christmas market
Cute and charming, Prague Castle flourishes in the festive season. From December to January, the castle opens its doors to around 30 stalls, selling tree decorations, jewellery and handmade gifts in St George’s Square. Take in the festivities from the castle itself (you’ll need a ticket to enter) and snap a shot of the best view in town. Lend an ear to the carol singers making spirits bright in the square below with a traditional line-up of songs – you won't find any Mariah here. Psst! This place has an earlier closing time than other markets, so we recommend heading here in the day.
Make a beeline for Namesti Miru Christmas market
Off the tourist-trodden track and in the romantic Peace Square, this place is one of, if not the best, Christmas markets in Prague. It’s authentic, a hit with the locals and smaller than the city centre ones – what a trio. Its traditional stalls nestle under a canopy of fairy lights, and there are plenty of local treats to enjoy. Tick off your gift list with glass-blown and wood-carved decorations, plus handmade soaps and candles. You won’t go hungry, either. Linecké cookies are a staple here. They sandwich strawberry or raspberry jam between two sugared biscuits – a Jammie Dodger could never compete.
Stop by Namesti Republiky Christmas market
Small in size, big in benefits. The market at Namesti Republiky – perched right outside one of the city’s biggest shopping centres and on the invisible dividing line between the Old Town and New Town – oozes cosy Christmas charm. There are wooden stalls stacked with wreaths and draped in mistletoe, and there are plenty of treats to get stuck into. Our pick? Vanocka – a brioche-style bread filled with sweet almonds and dried fruit and dusted with a generous helping of icing sugar. Best of all, the prices here are cheaper than other markets in town – more Czech koruna to treat yuleself.
Feeling Christmassy? We hear you.
Take a look at our Prague city breaks, or read about the best Christmas markets for even more fairytale festivities.
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Author: Laura Wilkinson
Last updated: 19.11.2024
Take a look at our Prague city breaks, or read about the best Christmas markets for even more fairytale festivities.
Pssst. Head to the Discover homepage for our latest articles.
Author: Laura Wilkinson
Last updated: 19.11.2024