Tallinn Christmas Market

The Tallinn Christmas Market at Town Hall Square has earned its reputation as one of Europe's most enchanting holiday destinations, voted Best Christmas Market in Europe. Set in the heart of Tallinn's UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town, this fairytale market surrounds the most historically significant Christmas tree in Europe—first displayed in this very square in 1441, making it the oldest public Christmas tree tradition on the continent. The market features over 40 wooden stalls offering authentic Estonian handicrafts, from hand-knit alpaca wool items to locally-made ceramics and traditional ornaments. Food lovers can indulge in traditional Estonian Christmas cuisine including blood sausage, sauerkraut, roasted meats, and freshly baked cinnamon rolls made on-site at the beloved Sweet House. The market boasts one of Europe's most extensive mulled wine selections, with unique flavors like cranberry-cherry, limoncello, raspberry-blackcurrant with Setomaa honey, and sea buckthorn-mandarin. Three carousels delight younger visitors, while Santa Claus welcomes children in his little house throughout the season. Live performances fill the market stage every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, featuring local musicians and dance troupes. The market demonstrates environmental commitment by using reusable tableware with a deposit system. Plan to spend 2-3 hours exploring the stalls, warming up with hot drinks available until late evening, and soaking in the magical atmosphere of this intimate yet vibrant Christmas celebration.