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Art Advent Christmas Market at Karlsplatz

Discover unique, handcrafted gifts and organic treats at Vienna's Art Advent Christmas Market on Karlsplatz, a festive experience for all ages.

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The Art Advent Christmas Market at Karlsplatz in Vienna offers a unique holiday experience with its focus on arts, crafts, and organic food, all set against the backdrop of the stunning Karlskirche. This market provides a relaxed and creative atmosphere, distinguishing itself from the larger, more crowded markets in the city.

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Local tips

  • Bring cash, as some vendors, especially those with smaller booths, may have a minimum purchase amount for credit card transactions.
  • Visit during the weekdays or earlier in the day to avoid the largest crowds.
  • Check the market's website for special events, workshops, and live music performances.
  • Explore the show workshops to see artisans demonstrating their crafts.
  • Try the organic mulled wine and traditional Austrian treats.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    Karlsplatz is a major transportation hub in Vienna, accessible via the U1, U2, and U4 subway lines. From Karlsplatz station, take the Resselpark exit, and the market is right there. A single ride on the Vienna U-Bahn costs €3.

  • Walking

    From the Vienna State Opera, walk southeast along Kärntner Ring, then turn left onto Karlsplatz. The market will be in front of the Karlskirche. The walk is approximately 500m and should take about 5-10 minutes.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available throughout Vienna. A short trip from the city center to Karlsplatz will typically cost between €6-€8.

  • Driving

    If driving, be aware that Karlsplatz is in a short-term parking zone (Monday to Friday, 9:00-22:00), with fees of approximately €1.25 for every 30 minutes and a maximum parking time of 2 hours. For longer visits, consider parking in the Karlsplatzgarage (Mattiellistraße 2-4), which offers hourly rates of around €3 and a daily rate of approximately €18. Evening rates (17:00-02:00) are around €7.50.

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The Art Advent Christmas Market, or Kunst & Handwerk am Karlsplatz, is a festive and unique Christmas market located in Vienna's Karlsplatz. Open annually from late November through December 23rd, this market distinguishes itself with a focus on high-quality arts and crafts, sustainable practices, and organic culinary offerings. Set against the backdrop of the impressive Baroque Karlskirche (St. Charles Church), the market offers a relaxed and creative atmosphere. Approximately 80 booths showcase handmade treasures crafted from various materials such as leather, glass, wood, and textiles by local artists. Visitors can find unique items like handmade natural soaps, textile products, and glass art. Many artisans are present at their stands, offering insight into their craft. There are also show workshops where visitors can observe artisans demonstrating their techniques. Culinary offerings at the Art Advent Market include traditional Austrian treats and beverages with a focus on organic and regional products. Visitors can enjoy mulled wine, flatbreads, potato goulash and crepes. The market is known for being the first in Austria to have fully certified organic catering. For families, the market offers attractions such as a trolley express, a carousel, and craft courses for children.

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