Budapest Christmas markets
‘Tis the season once again in Budapest, where the city is transformed into twinkling, aromatic open-air markets. Filled with traditional arts and crafts, mulled wine, and tasty eats, these holiday bazaars offer a great way to experience some of the local culture while shopping for special gifts. The largest and most colorful market is located at Vörösmarty Square which includes over 100 wooden pavilions as well as a live music and stage performances. The other four main markets are located at Saint Stephen’s Basilica, Liszt Ferenc Square, Gozsdu udvar and the Museum of Applied Arts.
Visitors walk through the Christmas market in Vörösmarty Square.
A vendor serves a cup of mulled wine to a customer.
Christmas tree decorations hanging on display at a stall.
Fresh sausages for sale at a meat stall.
A vendor cooks meat on a grill.
A vendor serves a bag of roasted chestnuts to a customer.
Kürtöskalács (also known as chimney cakes) on hot coals.
Stuffed cabbage and other street food for sale.
Visitors having a drink at a stall.
Budapest Christmas market souvenir mugs.
Nativity scene in the market.
Visitors skate at an ice rink next to St. Stephen's Basilica at night.
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So beautiful. Budapest at night is a picture in itself, but at Christmas with the magic of a Christmas market, wow!
I love these photos–brings back a lot of memories of the similar street scenes in Prague. I loved those roasted chestnuts as well!
Lovely photos! I’ve been to Budapest many times, but never in the Christmas season. Maybe I need to do something about that!