Best Christmas Markets in Poland

Old Town district

Main Christmas Market location with wooden stalls

Wilanów Palace

Spectacular light installation at the 17th-century Wilanów Palace, sometimes called the Polish Versailles. The palace gardens come alive after dark with thousands of eco-friendly LED lights accompanied by music, following a new theme each year. Friday and Sunday evenings feature impressive lighting displays projected onto the palace facade.

Coal Market Square

Voted Best Christmas Market in Europe 2025 by European Best Destinations with 92,000 votes. Features 198 stalls across five interconnected areas in Gdańsk's Old Town, known for spectacular illuminations, unique decorations including Mr. and Mrs. Orzechowski nutcracker mascots, and family-friendly attractions. The market includes special themed corners like the Gift Factory, Talking Mailbox, and a 100m² Light Roof with 2,600 LEDs.

Old Market Square

Features towering Christmas tree, wooden stalls, live music, ice skating rink, and traditional market atmosphere near the Renaissance Town Hall

Main Square

Poland's most beautiful Christmas market, held across Wroclaw's historic Main Square and surrounding areas. Features the iconic Christmas Windmill, Fairytale Forest with animated tales, and unique ceramic boot-shaped mulled wine mugs that change color each year. The 16th edition runs with extensive food offerings from Polish and international cuisines, handcrafted gifts, and family attractions including elf workshops and meeting with Prezentuś the dwarf.

Main Square

Krakow's oldest and most famous Christmas market, held in the magnificent Main Square since centuries. Recognized by Times in 2008 and CNN in 2016 as one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Europe. Features traditional Polish delicacies like grilled oscypek cheese and Galician mulled wine, along with regional wool crafts.

Liberty Square and Old Market Square

One of the largest and most beautiful Christmas markets in Poland, nominated as one of the Best Christmas Markets in Europe. Features over 50 stands with local delicacies and regional products, Christmas Silent Disco, live ice sculpture carving competition, concerts, and numerous family activities. The market spans two central locations in Poznań's historic center.

Old Town

Lublin's main Christmas celebration featuring multiple events including Christmas illuminations, handicraft workshops, Christmas markets, and concerts. The festival focuses on promoting Christmas decorations workshops and traditional crafts throughout December, with the main market running specific dates in mid-December.

Coal Market

Poland's most beautiful Christmas market, winner of 1st place in the Best Christmas Markets competition by Europe's Best Destinations. Located between the Golden Gate and Upland Gate, featuring the Angel's Mill, Enchanted Carriage photo opportunities, giant ornaments, and the Mistletoe Harbor for lovers. Includes talking moose Łucek, Venetian carousel, and large-format weekend animations.

Coal Market Square

Main market area with 198 stalls, featuring the Event Calendar gate, Advent Calendar, and Light Roof installation

Salt Square

Three-level fairytale house with viewing terrace and clock tower, food stalls and children's attractions

Lublin Promenade

Extended market running through early January

Great Armoury

Indoor craft market with over 50 stalls selling handicrafts, amber jewelry, and artisanal goods

International Fair Grounds

The largest Christmas market in Poznań, held at the International Fair Grounds opposite Dworzec Zachodni Railway Station. Features over 70 stands with local delicacies and crafts, a 16-meter Christmas tree, a 30-meter Ferris wheel, outdoor ice rink, and over 43,000 LED lights creating extraordinary holiday decorations. Known for its mill wheel, Venetian carousel, Santa's house, and rich artistic program including the Poznań Ice Festival.

Wolnica Square

Intimate and relaxed Christmas market in the heart of Kazimierz, Krakow's historic Jewish quarter. Promotes local producers and artists selling handmade decorations, ceramics, jewelry and sustainable wood products. Offers a calmer alternative to the busy Main Market Square.