Your guide to Schönbrunn Palace Christmas market | Highlights & must-sees

No, entry to the Schönbrunn Palace Christmas market is free. However, you need to purchase tickets if you wish to explore the palace interiors and the gardens.

You’ll find more than 95 stalls selling handmade crafts, festive decorations, and unique gifts. Traditional treats like Apfelstrudel, roasted chestnuts, and mulled wine make it a foodie favorite, while live music, children’s puppet shows, and sparkling lights create a festive atmosphere that makes this market one of Vienna’s holiday highlights.

Yes, you can book tickets specifically for Christmas events such as concerts at Schönbrunn Palace without needing to purchase a general admission or palace interior tour ticket. The main outdoor Christmas market itself is free to enter and does not require any ticket. Concert tickets are sold separately and grant access only to the event venue (such as the Orangery or concert hall), with no requirement to also book a palace tour or general admission.

Yes! The market is family-friendly, featuring puppet shows, a petting zoo with animals like sheep and ponies, and workshops where kids can make Christmas crafts or bake cookies.

Many vendors accept credit or debit cards, but some may only take cash. It’s a good idea to carry some Euros for smaller purchases.

Yes. While the outdoor Christmas market is open to the public without strict limits, ticketed experiences such as concerts, guided tours, and workshops have limited seating or participant capacity.

Yes. The market and outdoor festivities generally run in all weather conditions, including light rain or snow. Only in cases of severe weather might certain performances or activities be delayed, moved indoors, or canceled for safety reasons.