Edinburgh is famous for its New Year’s Eve Hogmanay celebrations, but the city’s seven-week long Christmas market makes it worthy of a festive trip right through the holiday season. The main market in East Princes Street Garden is full of handmade gifts and warming winter treats from local and international producers. Other Christmas market locations are West Princes Street Gardens and George Street.
The experience is all the more magical thanks to the magnificent backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. For the best views, take a ride on the largest ferris wheel in Scotland – the city and Christmas lights look pretty spectacular from 46 metres high.
2023 Dates of Edinburgh Christmas Market
17 November 2023 – 6 January 2024
Opening hours on market days – East Princes Street Garden
Monday: 10am – 10pm
Tuesday: 10am – 10pm
Wednesday: 10am – 10pm
Thursday: 10am – 10pm
Friday: 10am – 10pm
Saturday: 10am – 10pm
Sunday: 10am – 10pm
Exceptional opening hours – East Princes Street Garden
24 December: 10am – 8pm
25 December: Closed
26 December: 12pm – 8pm
31 December: 10am – 6pm
1 January: 12pm – 8pm
Please note that other locations might have different opening hours. For more details, click here.
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