Edinburgh and Strasbourg Lead 2024 Christmas Markets

Strasbourg, France, renowned as the 'capital of Christmas', plans to impose visitor restrictions at its famed Christmas market to manage tourist influx safely. Edinburgh's Christmas market is rated as the ultimate festive destination in the UK for 2024, known for its vibrant events and Instagrammable appeal. London's Spitalfields Market and Birmingham's German Market are celebrated for their local charm and festive offerings. Other European markets such as Vienna, Krakow, and Gdansk offer unique festive experiences, with Gdansk highlighted as an underrated gem. In the U.S., New York's Winter Village at Bryant Park is one of the most searched Christmas markets globally, indicating growing interest in U.S. festive markets.