10Vienna, Austria
Vienna is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities year-round, but it truly shines during the Christmas season. The Austrian capital hosts some of the best Christmas markets in Europe, with the most famous being the Vienna Christmas World at Rathausplatz. The city is adorned with festive lights, and the air is filled with the scent of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine (Glühwein). Horse-drawn carriages, classical concerts, and ice skating rinks enhance the fairy-tale atmosphere. Vienna’s elegant architecture, such as Schönbrunn Palace, provides a stunning backdrop for holiday festivities.
Highlights:
- Historic Christmas markets
- Classical music concerts in imperial settings
- Ice skating at Rathausplatz
