How much is mulled wine at Edinburgh Christmas market?

A standard cup of Gluhwein – aka hot mulled wine – varies by stall, with one selling it for £6 and another asking for £7.
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Is Edinburgh Christmas market worth it?

Our view is it's very poor over rated and expensive , 99% of stalls are food or drink with very very few Christmas gifts , no cheese or such like stalls , We've been to many Xmas markets over the years and this is right up there with one of the worse !
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What is the hot chocolate at Edinburgh Christmas Market?

Edinburgh Christmas market is the place to go for the best hot chocolate in Europe according to new research. Travel comparison site OMIO looked at TripAdvisor reviews from around Europe and found that the Capital came out on top when it comes to finding a perfectly made hot chocolate.
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What does Edinburgh Christmas market sell?

East Princes Street Gardens

The former largely sells traditional European wares and is known as the 'German Christmas Market', while the latter features Scottish products and is known as the 'Scottish Christmas Market'. This is a big event, and gets bigger every year — so expect crowds!
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What date is Edinburgh Christmas Market 2023?

Running for seven magical weeks from Friday 17 November 2023 to Saturday 6 January 2024, Edinburgh's Christmas transforms the beautiful city centre with festive fun for all the family, including traditional Christmas Markets, funfair rides, spectacular live outdoor events, delicious food and drink, plus so much more.
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Do you need to pay to get into Edinburgh Christmas market?

While entry to the Edinburgh Christmas Market does not require tickets, a selection of events and rides can be pre-booked online.
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Is Edinburgh Xmas market free?

Edinburgh Christmas Market, East Princes Street Gardens

Free to enter, shoppers can browse around 70 stalls featuring everything from clothing and jewellery to handmade gifts for the home. And when hunger calls, the tempting aromas from the various local and international food and drink stalls are sure to tempt you.
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What food is served at Edinburgh Christmas market?

Foodies looking for tasty festive treats in East Princes Street Gardens can try out everything from Ting Thai's award-winning Pad Thai to hot pies from Jarvis Pickle Kitchen and finish off with sweet churros, crepes and waffles, or luxury hot chocolate from Hector and Harriet.
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How busy is Edinburgh Christmas market?

There were long queues on Saturday as a record 80,000 people visited Edinburgh's Christmas Market in East Princes Street Gardens. But that didn't stop people enjoying their festive outing. Ashley Mason, who was there with her five-year-old son, said: "It was packed from around 2pm.
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Is Edinburgh a cheap city?

Edinburgh is famously one of the UK's most expensive cities, but that doesn't mean it has to cost you a pretty penny – there are myriad affordable things to do on a visit here.
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How much is the big wheel at Edinburgh Christmas market?

Tickets to go on the Forth 1 Big Wheel cost £10 per person, or £8 for concessions and locals if you can show proof you live at an Edinburgh postcode. There is also a family ticket price of £30 for two adults and two children. Or one adult and three children.
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Does Edinburgh Christmas market have rides?

West Princes Street Gardens will host a Family Funfair (Saturday, November 18 – Saturday, January 6 2024) with rides, attractions and stalls offering festive food and beverage stalls where patrons can enjoy a warming hot chocolate or seasonal mulled wine.
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What is the best Christmas chocolate?

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Which Christmas markets are better?

  • Budapest, Hungary. Budapest's markets take place from mid-November. ...
  • Zagreb, Croatia. Zagreb's main Christmas attraction is its Ice Park. ...
  • Lille, France. Lille's main market is held in Grand Place. ...
  • Berlin, Germany. Berlin boasts more than 70 markets. ...
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  • Bruges, Belgium. ...
  • Copenhagen, Denmark. ...
  • Basel, Switzerland.
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Is Edinburgh Christmas market near the train station?

Edinburgh Christmas Markets

And the good news is they're all less than a ten minute walk from the train station.
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Where in Scotland has the biggest Christmas market?

Edinburgh. The king of Scottish Christmas markets, Edinburgh has endless lines of street food stalls, grotto bars, fairground rides and craft producers. The market takes place in Princes Street Gardens, George Street and along the Royal Mile.
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What is the cheapest way to get to Edinburgh?

If you live or are visiting nearby cities such as Glasgow, Liverpool, Newcastle or Manchester, the easiest and most comfortable way of getting to Edinburgh is by train. From further away destinations, flying is normally the cheapest and fastest option.
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What is Edinburgh busiest street?

The streets which make up the Royal Mile are (west to east) Castlehill, the Lawnmarket, the High Street, the Canongate and Abbey Strand. The Royal Mile is the busiest tourist street in the Old Town, rivalled only by Princes Street in the New Town.
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How many stalls does Edinburgh Christmas market have?

The East Princes Street Gardens is the traditional European Christmas market with 70 stalls that sell food, drinks and stocking-fillers.
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What is the Christmas menu in Scotland?

Dishes like Roast Pork, Glazed Ham, Roast Angus Beef, Steak pie, Roast Leg of Lamb are also served at the Christmas dining table. For dessert, the most traditional is the Christmas pudding, usually served with brandy sauce cream.
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Is there a Santa at Edinburgh Christmas market?

St Andrew Square Winter Garden

Santa is (obviously) coming back to Edinburgh this year, and will be residing at St Andrew Square between November 18 and December 24. Santa and some very helpful elves will be welcoming children and families, providing a magical Christmas experience and telling stories.
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How many days do you need in Edinburgh?

For first time visitors, we recommend spending at least two or three days in Edinburgh, which will give you enough time to explore the city centre and see the main sites.
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Where is the Edinburgh Christmas market 2023?

Once again East Princes Street Gardens hosts one of the UK's most stunning Christmas Markets, offering a range of craft and food and drink stalls as well as rides and attractions, all against the backdrop of the iconic Edinburgh Castle.
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Can dogs go to Edinburgh Christmas market?

Yes, your dog is more than welcome on our Edinburgh's Christmas event site but must be kept on a lead and under control at all times. Dogs are not permitted on the rides and attractions, please check in with our Front of House or Ride staff if you have any questions.
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