Best Christmas Markets in Spain

Plaza del Triunfo

Seville's oldest and most important nativity market, organized by ACOBE since decades. Features 78 stalls selling nativity figurines, handcrafted pieces, mechanical elements with movement (mills, rivers, ovens), and complete nativity scene materials including moss, cork, and houses of all sizes.

Plaza Mayor

Madrid's most iconic Christmas market, held since the 19th century. Features 104 red wooden stalls selling nativity scene figures, Christmas decorations, toys, and joke items. This century-old fair is one of the city's most beloved traditions.

Plaça de la Seu / Avinguda de la Catedral

Barcelona's oldest and most famous Christmas market, celebrated since 1786 in front of the Gothic Cathedral. Features traditional Christmas trees, decorations, nativity scene figures including the famous Caganer, and an artisan crafts section with handmade jewelry, toys, and leather goods.

Plaza de España

A comprehensive Christmas market featuring 40 artisan stalls, a 450-square-meter natural ice skating rink, and a gourmet restaurant called El Alpino. The space is decorated with nutcracker statues and toy soldier figures inspired by 'The Nutcracker'.

Plaça de la Sagrada Família

Traditional Christmas market held at the foot of Gaudí's magnificent Sagrada Familia basilica since its establishment. Features around 120 stalls selling Christmas trees, decorations, nativity scenes, and crafts, with occasional appearances from Father Christmas distributing sweets and balloons to children.

Moll de la Fusta

Christmas market by the sea at Barcelona's old harbor, featuring activities, food, music, fairground attractions, and typically the city's biggest Christmas tree lit with LED lights. Includes a Ferris wheel and floating nativity scene. Unlike other markets, it remains open through Epiphany.

Jardines de Cristina

Organized by the Federation of Artisans of Seville (FAS) with approximately 50 stalls of authentic craftsmen. Features Triana ceramics from historic workshops like Cerámicas Santa Ana and Mensaque Rodríguez, Ubrique leather goods, handmade wooden toys from Geppetto's, alpaca textiles, artistic ironwork, and artisan silver jewelry.

Parque de María Luisa

Monthly bazaar that transforms into a Christmas market featuring over 80 exhibitors with first-line fashion, accessories, and unique artisan products not found elsewhere. Takes place behind Plaza de América with an alternative atmosphere, elf entertainment for children, and combines shopping with park strolls and vermouth on terraces.

Paseo de la Castellana

An authentic German Christmas market organized by the German Evangelical Church community. Features crafts, advent crowns, raffle, German food, and Glühwein (hot spiced wine). Only operates for three days.

Sant Pau Art Nouveau Site

Spectacular nighttime Christmas garden at the stunning Art Nouveau Hospital de Sant Pau featuring a 1.5km route with illuminated figures, festive displays, projections onto the hospital façade, stalls, cribs, and an ice rink. A magical experience ideal for families with children.

Saint George's Church

Hosted by Saint George's Anglican Church, this market brings British holiday culture to Madrid. Features nearly 30 stands selling Christmas tree ornaments, chocolate truffles, traditional English holiday food, and mulled wine. Popular among expatriates.

Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes

Traditional Three Kings market covering several stretches of Gran Via between Carrer Calabria and Carrer Muntaner. Features stalls selling toys, gifts for children, costume jewelry, decorations, ceramics, sweet treats, churros, and magical toys. Stays open until the early hours on Epiphany eve.

Plaza de la Encarnación

Family-oriented Christmas market under the iconic Setas de Sevilla structure featuring 35 stalls with Christmas decorations and crafts. Includes an ecological ice skating rink (200m²), traditional carousel with hand-painted wooden horses, Christmas train, trampolines, face painting, food trucks, and magic shows on weekends. The Santa Claus House and Royal Postman are also featured.

Railway Museum

A special Christmas edition of the famous Mercado de Motores held inside the historic Railway Museum near Atocha. Known for amazing antiques, second-hand clothing, and artisan products in a unique setting.

Plaza de la Magdalena

Small but centrally located market in the heart of Seville featuring wooden huts selling Christmas items, unique gifts, handicrafts, jewelry, and gourmet products. Includes gastronomic stalls with churros con chocolate and roasted chestnuts, plus a traditional carousel for children. Perfect for quick shopping between Sierpes and El Corte Inglés area.