From the most-awarded Advent Basilica Budapest to the 2025 Best Christmas Market in Gdansk, these are the 'all star' Christmas markets from European Best Destinations.

As the holiday season approaches, many travellers start seeking out the charm of Europe's Christmas markets, drawn to the twinkling lights, festive food, and comforting atmosphere.

If you're planning on heading to Europe to check out the Christmas markets this year, you should be aware of certain rules

GetYourGuide shares festive traditions and seasonal delights found in 14 of Europe’s most enchanting Christmas markets.

One popular UK Christmas market has become the target of harsh criticism just as it was named the second most overcrowded.

A bargain holiday expert has shared her top tips on social media and insists that the best Christmas market to visit is not in the UK – but it's only a short flight away

But if you don’t feel like staying in the UK then the cheapest European Christmas market to visit is in Bratislava, Slovakia, just over two hours from London – more on that later though.

Christmas markets are a crucial aspect of the festive travel season, often forming the heart of the experience for families seeking to soak up the holiday atmosphere. Europe is home to some of the world's most renowned and spectacular Christmas markets,