{"id":624,"date":"2023-02-20T08:47:31","date_gmt":"2023-02-20T08:47:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/?p=624"},"modified":"2024-04-14T08:22:28","modified_gmt":"2024-04-14T08:22:28","slug":"warsaw-christmas-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/poland\/warsaw-christmas-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Warsaw Christmas Market 2024: Old Town and Praga"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As Poland\u2019s vibrant capital, it\u2019s not surprising there are several Christmas markets in Warsaw. There’s not just the traditional event in the Old Town Market Square but contemporary Christmas markets in Praga, Warsaw\u2019s alternative neighbourhood.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Warsaw is a fantastic tourist destination all year round. The city is exciting and dynamic, with an eclectic mix of old and new, a complex history, classical music, the tech industry and hipster cafes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warsaw Christmas Market 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There’s a lot to do and see alongside the Warsaw Christmas Market, the most popular event in Warsaw in December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Warsaw Christmas Market dates:<\/strong> 25th November 2024 to 6th January 2025 but many stalls don’t open until the first week of December. Visit in December for the best experience.
Location:<\/strong> Old Town Market Square and Praga
Opening times: <\/strong>Sunday to Thursday: 11am to 8pm. Friday and Saturday: 11am to 9:30pm.
Christmas Day:<\/strong> Open.
Admission:<\/strong> Free.
Santa:<\/strong> No.
Ice skating:<\/strong> Yes but it’s in front of the Palace of Culture and Science, not at the Christmas market.
Vegetarian:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Gluten free:<\/strong> Very limited.
Accessible:<\/strong> Yes.
Pet-friendly:<\/strong> Yes, dogs are allowed on a lead.
Parking:<\/strong> Please take public transport to help limit congestion.
Reason to visit:<\/strong> Poland\u2019s capital is fun with great nightlife, a fantastic foodie scene and fascinating WWII and Cold War history. Watch the video below to get some ideas.
Polish specialties:<\/strong> Sweet fruit based vodka, alternative market stalls in Praga, vegetarian pierogies, wooden decorations, decorated doors.
Tours:<\/strong> Warsaw has a couple of interesting city and food tours. I suggest this city tour<\/a> if it’s your first time in Warsaw and a Polish food tour<\/a> is a great way to sample a diverse range of dishes.
Travel tip:<\/strong> The Christmas markets start late in Warsaw, book your trip for mid-December to have the most festive experience.
Warsaw weather in winter:<\/strong> Temperatures average 2\u00b0C \/ -4\u00b0C (high \/ low) in December.
Where to stay:<\/strong>
Spichlerz II<\/a> is a 7-minute walk to Warsaw Old Town.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Convenient Hotels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Warsaw’s Old Town is known as Stare Miasto, and this is the best area to stay for a short visit. If you want to stay in a trendy neighbourhood with plenty of bars and nightlife, you could also stay in Praga, on the other side of the river.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spichlerz II<\/a> is a 7-minute walk to Warsaw Old Town and is a great spot for sightseeing and eating out. This is an apartment, so if you’d prefer a full-service hotel, I recommend the H15 Boutique<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This boutique hotel is located in the former Soviet Embassy. However, this is near the Palace of Culture rather than the main Christmas market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, Warsaw has an excellent, modern metro transport system, so don’t hesitate to use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If those hotels aren’t right for you, click through to my dedicated hotel guide for the city<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location Map<\/h3>\n\n\n\n