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The best Vienna christmas

Guided walks through Vienna's Christmas markets, Advent concerts in churches and palaces, and the Christmas market and concert at Schönbrunn.

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From mid-November Vienna's squares fill with Christmas markets, and churches and palaces host Advent concerts almost every night. The tours on this page include guided walks through several markets with mulled wine and food tastings, Christmas concerts and evening visits to the market and lights at Schönbrunn.

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Most markets run from 13 November to 23 or 26 December 2026, with Schönbrunn's market and the Imperial Lights trail continuing to 6 January 2027. Markets are busiest on Friday and Saturday evenings, so a weekday or afternoon tour is calmer. Dress warmly, as tours spend most of their time outdoors.

Vienna christmas: questions

When are the Vienna Christmas markets open in 2026?

The main market on Rathausplatz runs from 13 November to 26 December 2026. Schönbrunn opens on 6 November and the palace says its market continues to 6 January 2027.

Are the Christmas markets free?

Yes. Entry to the markets is free; you pay for food, drink and gifts.

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