Where is the Christmas market in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh Christmas Market, East Princes Street Gardens With the soaring Scott Monument and the city's majestic skyline as its backdrop, East Princes Street Gardens hosts the traditional Christmas Market.
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Where is the Edinburgh Christmas market located?

East Princes Street Gardens Christmas Market

Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic city centre, with stunning views of Edinburgh Castle, the Scott Monument, and the city's iconic skyline, East Princes Street Gardens hosts the free to enter traditional Christmas Market.
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Is Edinburgh Christmas Market in old or new town?

Castle Street Christmas Market, Edinburgh New Town | What's On Edinburgh.
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How to get into the Xmas market in Edinburgh?

Admission to the Edinburgh Christmas Market is free. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult after 20:00.
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What dates are the edinburgh christmas market 2023?

Edinburgh Christmas markets are just a month away, and Edinburgh's Christmas organisers Unique Events and Assembly Festival have got quite the line-up this year. This year, Edinburgh Christmas is on from November 17, 2023, until January 6, 2024.
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Do you need tickets for Edinburgh Christmas Market 2023?

Access to the Christmas market is free and unticketed but tickets are required for the big wheel, the ice rink and Santa's stories.
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Do you have to pay entry for Edinburgh Christmas market?

If you are wondering how much a visit to Edinburgh's Christmas Market will cost, we've got you covered with a breakdown of the food and drink prices. Do you have to pay to enter Edinburgh Christmas Market 2022? No. Entry to the Christmas Market is free, however there are often fairly big queues to get in at peak times.
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How many stalls does Edinburgh Christmas Market have?

East Princes Street Gardens is home to the traditional market with over 70 stalls, the Big Wheel and Funfair rides. West Princes Street Gardens is hosting the Family Funfair. You can get your skates on in George Street! That's where you'll find the indoor ice rink.
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How far is Edinburgh Christmas Market from the train station?

Edinburgh Christmas Markets

That's because Edinburgh host three markets, two can be found in east Princes Street Gardens and one can be found in St Andrews Square. And the good news is they're all less than a ten minute walk from the train station.
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How many stalls are there at Edinburgh Christmas Market?

Edinburgh's traditional Christmas Markets are world renowned and this year, over 80 stalls will be located across the city from East Princes Street Gardens to George Street.
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How busy is Edinburgh Christmas market?

Edinburgh Christmas Market 2023: Queues in Princes Street Gardens as record 80,000 visitors enjoy festive fun. Watch more of our videos on Shots! There were long queues on Saturday as a record 80,000 people visited Edinburgh's Christmas Market in East Princes Street Gardens.
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Is Glasgow or Edinburgh Christmas market better?

To determine who is the best, the study looked at the duration of the 35 Christmas markets in the UK, as well as TikTok views, chances of snow and the average hotel costs. Following Machester, Edinburgh came second, with Liverpool taking third spot on the list. Glasgow came fourth, and Aberdeen took fifth place.
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How far is waverley station from edinburgh christmas market?

Train. The closest station to Edinburgh Christmas market is Edinburgh Waverley Station, which runs most services by Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and ScotRail. The station is just a 3-5 minute walk from the Edinburgh Winter festival. Visit the Trainline website to purchase a ticket or for updates on travel.
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Where is Edinburgh Christmas Market 2023 tickets?

The Edinburgh Christmas Market is expected to be held at its usual site in East Princes Street Gardens, very close to Edinburgh Waverley railway station. Scotland's largest ferris wheel is expected to be there, as well as a host of gifts stalls, food and drink stands, and rides.
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Is Edinburgh Christmas market on every day?

A view overlooking the Christmas Market in Edinburgh. Photo by Stephen Bridger/ Getty. The market kicks off on Friday, November 17 and runs for seven weeks until January 6. It will be open daily from 10am until 10pm.
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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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Which train station is best for Edinburgh Christmas market?

With Waverley Station situated right in the heart of town, and the main market area being just a few minutes away on Princes Street, George Street and in Princes Street Gardens, you're sure to have a fine time in the city.
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What time do Edinburgh Christmas markets start?

On opening day of Christmas Market 2021, long queues of people waited to enter the market at Waverley Bridge, testifying to the event's ongoing popularity. 10am - 10pm daily, except: 24 December: 10am - 8pm.
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Which train station is Edinburgh market?

Waverley station opened in 1846 and was rebuilt between 1892 and 1902. It lies between the old town and modern Edinburgh, adjacent to Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle and the Princes Street Gardens.
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What is the biggest Christmas market in UK?

Birmingham and Manchester Christmas markets are among the largest Christmas markets in the UK.
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What does Edinburgh Christmas market sell?

With the majestic Edinburgh Castle as its backdrop, Castle Street Christmas Market has a stunning location. This popular market will be filled with an abundance of delicious food and drinks, jewellery, clothing and home gifts.
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What can you buy at the Edinburgh Christmas Market?

From handmade perfumes, Christmas decorations, cosy knitwear and those all-important take home tasty treats, here are a selection of the finest festive presents you can fill your stocking with! Let's not pretend we don't love getting socks for Christmas.
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Do I need cash for Christmas markets?

Should you use cash or card at Christmas markets? While more and more Christmas market vendors are equipped with chip and pin machines, this can't be relied upon, so make sure you don't take just plastic.
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Are Christmas markets cash only?

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Bring cash - While some of the vendors take credit/debit cards, many still only take cash, so make sure you get some cash before you arrive.
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What time does the Edinburgh Christmas market open and close?

This market also features loads of attractions including the Christmas Wheel, the Star Flyer and Santa Land — so it's especially suitable for families with children. When: 17th November - 6th January from 10am-10pm. Closed on December 25th.
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