Discover the Warmest Christmas Markets in Europe, where sun and festive cheer replace the cold.

If you love the holiday spirit but dread freezing temperatures, why not try something different this year? Enjoy a unique Christmas experience in one of Europe's best sunny destinations.

From sun-kissed garlands to festive markets under palm trees, these warm-weather spots offer everything you love about Christmas—without the chill. Treat yourself to a sunny winter getaway and explore the most magical Christmas markets in warm European destinations.

Leave your woollen hats at home and enjoy sunny Christmas markets from Barcelona to Madeira.  

Discover the best sunny markets in Europe and book your flights, accommodation as well as your tours & activities at the best price. 

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1. Madeira

 Portugal

Madeira hosts the Most Beautiful Sunny Christmas Market in Europe. In winter Madeira celebrates to the fullest the arrival of Christmas season, with a traditional Christmas market, held in Avenida Arriaga central walkways, at the heart of its main capital – Funchal.

Discover the variety of products in display, exotic flowers and other traditional souvenirs, while experiencing and tasting some of the typical delicacies and drinks of this season, while enjoying the merriment and a very welcoming ambience.

Partake in the glee of this season festivities, enjoy the daily activities and entertainment shows, such as Christmas Carols and performances by folklore groups. 

Book your flights to Funchal Airport as well as your Christmas accommodation in Madeira and your tours & activities in Madeira as a "Dolphin & Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise".

 Opening dates: From 1st December 2024 to 5th January 2025 (Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Madeira and your transfer.

 Where to stay:  "Quinta da Casa Branca". Set within subtropical gardens.

2. Valletta

Malta

Valletta is one of the best sunny Christmas markets destinations in Europe, perfect for those seeking winter sun and festive cheer. Malta’s capital transforms into a magical city during the holidays, blending its rich history with a lively Malta Christmas Market.

Enjoy the festive atmosphere under the palm trees, with charming stalls offering unique gifts, local crafts, and delicious food and drink, all while basking in the Mediterranean sunshine.

Explore Valletta's Christmas lights and festive displays, stroll through the market, and embrace the island’s warm holiday spirit. Take advantage of Malta's sunny weather and cultural experiences, from a stroll through the historic streets to relaxing at one of its many cafes.

Don't miss out—grab your sunglasses, sunscreen, and Santa hat, and book your flights to Malta for a unique Christmas holiday. Be sure to pre-book your accommodation in Valletta and enjoy a holiday filled with sunshine and Christmas magic.

Where to stay: Book your stay at The Phoenicia Malta, a 5-star luxury hotel located just a short walk from Valletta’s Christmas Market..

 Opening dates: From 25th November to 24th December 2024 Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Malta.

 Where to stay:  "The Phoenicia Malta", a 5-star luxury hotel located just a short walk from Valletta’s Christmas Market..

3. Tenerife

Canary Islands - Spain

San Cristóbal de La Laguna, located on the beautiful Tenerife Island in the Canary Islands, is an ideal destination for those seeking a unique blend of Christmas spirit and winter sun. The city's Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere amidst charming colonial architecture, palm trees, and delightful warm weather. Enjoy a sunny holiday experience while exploring stalls filled with handmade crafts, local delicacies, and festive gifts perfect for the whole family.

With its UNESCO World Heritage status, San Cristóbal de La Laguna is not only rich in history but also offers one of the most charming Christmas Markets in the Canary Islands. The city's streets come alive with vibrant Christmas lights, traditional music, and holiday activities that make it the perfect spot for a sunny Christmas getaway.

Take your sunglasses, pack your sunscreen, and head to Tenerife to experience Christmas under the sun. Book your flights and pre-book your stay for a Christmas holiday filled with warmth, both in weather and holiday cheer.

Where to stay: Stay at the Laguna Nivaria Hotel & Spa, located just a short walk from the San Cristóbal de La Laguna Christmas Market. This elegant hotel offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience, ensuring an unforgettable Christmas experience in Tenerife.

During your stay visit the Most Beautiful Christmas Markets in Spain.

 Opening dates: From 10th December to 31st December 2024 (San Cristobal de la Laguna). Confirmed.

 How to get there: Book your flights to Tenerife.

 Where to stay:  "Laguna Nivaria Hotel & Spa", located just a short walk from the San Cristóbal de La Laguna Christmas Market.

4. Athens

Greece

Athens is one of Europe’s top destinations for a sunny Christmas, offering a blend of ancient history and festive charm. With its iconic landmarks, culture, and traditions, Athens becomes a winter wonderland during the holiday season.

The city features several Christmas markets, including the main one at Syntagma Square, where visitors can enjoy festive stalls, holiday decorations, and beautiful Christmas lights under the Mediterranean sun.

Don’t wait! Pack your sunglasses, sunscreen, and Santa hat, and book your flights, accommodation, and holiday activities for a winter getaway in sunny Athens.

 Opening dates: From 1st December to 6th January 2025 (Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Athens.

 Where to stay:  "Electra Metropolis Athens", located just steps away from Syntagma Square, in the heart of Athens.

5. Malaga

Spain

Malaga is one of the trendiest destinations in Europe for a Sunny Christmas. This sparkling and surprising city is a mix of everything you love: sun, beach, culture, authenticity, tradition, shopping.

In winter, Malaga is not content with just one small Christmas market in the shade of palm trees but the city has several Christmas markets. Malaga is also known for the quality of its Christmas lights, (among the most beautiful Christmas lights in Europe).

Do not waste time, take your sunglasses, sunscreen and a Santa hat with you and book your flights, youraccommodation as well as your tours and activities in Malaga as a a "Sunset Sailing Catamaran Trip"  for a winter holiday in sunny Malaga.

During your stay visit the Most Beautiful Christmas Markets in Spain.

 Opening dates: From 1st December 2024 to 5th January 2025 (Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Malaga.

 Where to stay:  "Malaga Premium Hotel". Located in a pedestrian street in the heart of Malaga.  

6. Dubrovnik Christmas Market

Croatia

Visit Dubrovnik Christmas Market, one of the Best Sunny Christmas Markets in Europe and one of the Best Christmas Markets in Croatia with Zagreb Christmas Market. The uniqueness of Dubrovnik is visible in the month of giving when our city organizes a Christmas Fair.

The fair will be held in the beautiful atrium of the Convent of St. Claire and will feature traditional craftsmen who will display their handicrafts, Christmas ornaments, candles, toys, glassworks, embroidery, ceramics and porcelain, and everything that the artists make by hand for the holiday season. Also there will be Christmas cookies and sweets, roasted candied almonds, candied orange peels ˝arancini˝, traditional Dubrovnik sweets like the quince cheese ˝kontonjata˝, and other delicacies that are prepared for this festive time. Enriched with the sound of Christmas songs, the Christmas Fair will be open from St. Nicholas’ Day to January 6th.

By the sounds of traditional Dubrovnik carols, we wish all of our visitors a joyous holiday season! 

During your stay do not miss to visit the Best beaches in Croatia, Best Hidden Gems in Croatia and Most Amazing Castles in Croatia. 

Book your flights, your accommodation as well as your tours & activities in Croatia and discover the very best of Croatia.

 Opening dates: From 29th November 2024  to 5th January 2025 (To Be Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Dubrovnik and your transfer.

 Where to stay:  "Boutique Hotel Stari Grad". The Christmas Market is 100m away.

7. Plaza Mayor's Mercado de Navidad

Madrid - Spain

If Madrid is a little colder in winter (10 degrees on average compared to 17 in Malaga), the Spanish capital offers one of the most beautiful Christmas markets, the "Mercado de Navidad de Plaza Mayor".

You will be spoiled for choice: 4 Christmas markets are spread throughout the city but the "Mercado de Navidad de Plaza Mayor" is the most beautiful Christmas market in Spain with its handmade gifts, regional delicacies, local and national specialties. Forget about the traditional mulled wine and treat yourself to a glass of Cava, (the Spanish champagne), in one of the most beautiful squares in the world.

Book your flights and accommodation at the best price as well as your tours and activities in Madrid  such as a "Toledo tour with wine tasting".

 Opening dates: From 29th November to 31st December 2024 (Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Madrid and your transfer.

 Where to stay:  "Artrip Hotel". Stay in the heart of Madrid.

8. Nice

Provence - France

Nice hosts one of the Must-See Sunny Christmas Markets in Europe. Open daily from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm (9:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays), the Christmas Village includes sixty chalets displaying a lange range of craft products on a Christmas theme, a "tasting" area, a skating-rink, a ferris wheel, the house of Father Christmas and shows for children.

Book your flights and accommodation at the best price as well as your tours and activities in Barcelona such as a "Private Barcelona Foodie, Picasso & Art Tour".

During your stay discover the Best Christmas Markets in France and Most Beautiful Hidden Gems in France.

 Opening dates: From 28th November to 1st January 2025 (Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Nice Airport and your transfer.

 Where to stay: "La Riviera Collection". The Christmas Market is 1km away.

9. Fira de Santa Llucia

Barcelona - Spain

This winter discover one of the Most Magical Sunny Christmas Markets in Europe.

This may be hard to believe but the Barcelona Christmas market called the Fira  de Santa Llúcia is one of the oldest in Europe. The best craftsmen in Barcelona and Catalonia have been presenting visitors their products for nearly 250 years now. You will see beautiful illuminations, Nativity scenes, hand-made local products but also a plant market, (the temperatures are mild in Barcelona in winter).

The Fira  de Santa Llúcia  takes place on the "Avenida de la Catedral" in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter.

Book your flights and accommodation at the best price as well as your tours and activities in Barcelona such as a "Private Barcelona Foodie, Picasso & Art Tour".

 Opening dates: From 28th November to 24th December 2024 (Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Barcelona.

 Where to stay: "Hotel Barcelona Center". Situated in the real heart of Barcelona.

10. Milan

Italy

The Capital of Fashion hosts one of the Most Traditionnal and Sunniest Christmas Markets in Europe. An outdoor seasonal event with over 60 market huts spread around the magnificent Duomo of Milan dedicated to traditional Christmas products (Xmas decorations, baubles for the tree, nativity cribs, Befana stockings for the Epiphany and so on).

A festive market that joyfully combines culture, tradition, taste and discovery: besides guaranteeing the excellent quality and variety of food, it will enable visitors to rediscover the many artisans who will create and exhibit their artistic wares.

Don’t miss out on the fun workshop activities and entertainment for kids, charity initiatives and lots, lots more. During your stay discover the most beautiful Christmas Marrkets in Italy.

  Opening dates: From 1st December 2024 to 6th January 2025 (To Be Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Milan as well as your accommodation and tours & activities. 

 Where to stay: "Odsweet Duomo", 200m from the Christmas Market.

11. Seville

Spain

In the South of Andalusia, this winter visit one of the warmest and Sunniest Christmas Markets in Europe.

Located in the centre of the city of Seville, at the foot of the Cathedral, you will find everything you need for your Christmas gifts but also delicatessen, local wines, to taste on the spot or take away, souvenirs…

Book your flights and accommodation at the best price as well as your tours and activities in Seville such as a "Flamenco show with drink". During your stay discover the most beautiful Christmas Markets in Spain and Best Castles in Spain.

 Opening dates: From 5th November to 23rd December 2024 (Feria de Belen).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Seville.

 Where to stay: "Fontecruz Sevilla Seises" located just 150 m from Sevilla Cathedral

12. Granada

Spain

There are several Christmas markets in Granada. The first one opens on December 1st and all the Christmas markets in Granada close around January 6th. Come and enjoy some local specialties such as "Pan Cadiz" or "Polvoron de Jijona", you will also discover street shows, many activities for young and old.

The Granada Christmas Market is situated on Plaza Bib Rambla next to the Cathedral.

Book your flights and accommodation at the best price as well as your tours and activities in Granada such as an Alhambra Tour.

 Opening dates: From 1st December 2024 to 6th January 2025 (Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Granada.

 Where to stay:  "Shine Albayzin". One of our top picks in Granada.

13. Mallorca 

Spain

Mallorca's Son Amar Winter Wonderland is a must-visit for a sunny Christmas holiday in Spain.

This magical venue offers a blend of festive charm, spectacular shows, and vibrant holiday markets.

At Son Amar, you can enjoy family-friendly entertainment, from ice skating to holiday performances, all set in the stunning Mediterranean surroundings. Wander through the Christmas markets with wooden stalls selling gifts, decorations, and delicious food.

 Opening dates: From 30th November to 22nd December 2024 (Christmas Wonderland Sonamar).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Mallorca.

 Where to stay: "Finca Son Palou", a luxurious hotel near Son Amar.

14. Bilbao 

Spain

Spain is the best destination for a Sunny Christmas Holiday. This winter discover Bilbao Christmas Market, one of the Sunniest Christmas Markets in Europe. 

Bilbao is a great place to celebrate Christmas. Bilbao, like the world´s most important cities, boasts a fantastic Christmas atmosphere and decorations. Its amazing Christmas lights and the many activities surprise its citizens and visitors. 

One of the shopping highlights are the many Christmas markets that take place around the city Old Quarter and Bailén street. Wonder around them and let yourself be seduced by the Christmas spirit. Formed by close to 40 wooden stalls, Bilbao´s Christmas Markets offer a great variety of products: craftsmanship, Basque products, Christmas decorations and of course, gastronomy. It´s a well-known fact throughout the world that when it comes to gastronomy, Bilbao and the Basque County are highly regarded.

 Opening dates: From 1st December 2024 to 5th January 2025 (To Be Confirmed).

 How to get there: Book your flights to Bilbao, accommodation, tours and activities. 

 Where to stay: "Hotel Tayko Bilbao" 400 m from the Christmas Market.