It's time to get into the festive spirit as Edinburgh's Christmas markets are set to open.
The iconic Edinburgh Christmas is coming to town, bringing with it attractions across the city centre, rides and market stalls.
The capital attracts visitors from far and wide as it turns into a winter wonderland and for locals it's a good excuse to have a day out and there's plenty of fun things to do with the kids.
The Christmas markets in Edinburgh offer gifts from Europe and locals as there's a wide selection of stalls. And when you get hungry, you can pick up a hot crêpe or bratwurst.
So here's all you need to know about the Edinburgh Christmas markets 2021.
When do Edinburgh Christmas markets start?
The Edinburgh Christmas markets kicks off on November 20 2021 and wraps up on January 4 2022.
But there are some expectations with opening times.
What time do Edinburgh Christmas markets open
They are open from 10am-10pm.
Apart from the days below which have revised times.
November 20: Early Afternoon - 10pm
December 24: 10am - 8pm
December 25: Closed
December 26: 12pm - 8pm
January 1: 12pm - 8pm
Where are the Christmas markets?
You can find Edinburgh's Christmas markets in East Princes Street Gardens.
Thanks to the Forth Big 1 Wheel acting as a giant beacon for the markets and stalls, you can't miss them.
Do you need tickets for the markets?
No. To enter the market is free but rides are ticketed and each stall will have their own price.
And those with an EH postcode are entitled to a 20% discount, you can read more about that here.
What rides will there be?
As well as gift stalls and food and drink pop ups, .
- The Forth Big 1 Wheel. Tickets from £7.50
- Christmas Tree Maze (West Princes Street Gardens). Tickets from £4.50
- Bumper Cars (West Princes Street Gardens). Tickets from £6.50
- Waltzers (West Princes Street Gardens). Tickets from £5.00
- Santa's Grottos (West Princes Street Gardens). Tickets from £8.50
You can buy tickets for rides here.
