Edinburgh's Christmas
Edinburgh's city-centre Christmas market, big wheel, ice rink and light trail return against the backdrop of the Castle.
Overview
Edinburgh's Christmas turns the city centre into a market and festival site every winter, with the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle giving it one of the more dramatic settings of any UK Christmas market.
As with most large UK Christmas markets, the market stalls themselves are free to browse while rides and some ticketed experiences are paid separately.
Visitor information
The main market sites are East Princes Street Gardens and St Andrew Square, both in the very centre of Edinburgh.
Getting there
Edinburgh Waverley station is within walking distance of both main sites.
Age guidance
Suitable for all ages; evenings and weekends get considerably busier.
Accessibility
Pathways across the main market areas are generally accessible, though Princes Street Gardens has some sloped and uneven sections — check the official event site for current accessibility guidance before visiting.
Frequently asked questions
Is Edinburgh's Christmas market free?
Browsing the market stalls is free; the big wheel, ice rink and some other attractions are ticketed separately.