Christmas markets in Tuscany

One of the most popular Christmas markets in Florence is definitely Weihnachtsmarkt, the traditional event featuring handicrafts and flavors from all over Europe.
From November 15 to December 21, the market is held in Piazza Santa Croce with typical wooden stalls decorated in Christmas style.
The air is pregnant with aromas of the tasty traditional sausages from Austria, Germany and northern Italy, competing with the hearty char-grilled pork shanks, along with pretzels, strudel and other delicacies, enticing and tempting visitors to taste them, perhaps accompanied by a nice glass of freshly tapped beer or a glass of hot mulled wine.

Empoli is filled with magic with Christmas Markets on weekends from November 15 to December 24 in celebration of Empoli, Città del Natale. Here, in this “City of Christmas”, you will find handicrafts, Christmas decorations, gourmet specialties, traditional sweets and many original gift ideas. The magic continues through to January 11 with the Christmas Train and Winter Park in an atmosphere of twinkling lights, shows, music and tradition.

The enchanting Mercato nel Campo returns to Siena on December 6, 7 and 8, 2025.
Siena’s iconic shell-shaped square becomes a cornucopia of typical local products, as well as wares from other Italian regions and Europe, with over 140 stalls set up in Piazza del Campo, following the instructions issued in the 14ᵗʰ century by the municipal authorities.

In Montepulciano, you can visit the Christmas Village, taking place from November 22, all throughout December and until January 6. The village is opened only on weekends until December 20 then each day (including the afternoon of December 25) with a Christmas market held in the magical setting of Piazza Grande and along the adjacent streets.
Among the little wooden stalls, you will find Christmas decorations and ornaments, food products, sweets, clothing and leather goods, local handicrafts and much more.

Between the end of November and the beginning of December, Pisa transforms into the City of Christmas, with an impressive ice-skating rink, a Ferris wheel and the ever-present markets in the traditional wooden cottages in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, the Logge di Banchi and Giardino Scotto. 

On November 28, 29 and 30 then again on December 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13 and 14, don’t miss the Fabbrica di Babbo Natale (Santa’s Workshop), at the Arsenali Repubblicani with creative workshops and shows for the little ones.

Arezzo becomes a Christmas City, with lots of special events for children and adults, from November 15 to January 6, Thursday through Sunday.

In Piazza Grande, the Christmas Markets event returns with the unique atmosphere of the Villaggio Tirolese and its famous little wooden houses, where exhibitors from the Tyrol, Germany and Austria offer typical Christmas products and objects.

The magic of Christmas also arrives in the heart of Castiglion Fiorentino where Santa Claus will land with his reindeer, transforming the Cassero Tower into his enchanted home, hosting all the children who want to visit him. You can find traditional Christmas markets in the historic center with many gift ideas for all tastes.

The holiday season offers plenty of reasons to discover and experience Pistoia in all its beauty. On weekends and public holidays, from November 22 to January 6, visit the Christmas market in Piazza Spirito Santo, where you can find a wealth of gift ideas and handmade crafts. Once again this year, the Sale Affrescate of the Palazzo Comunale in Piazza del Duomo return to house Casa di Babbo Natale (Santa’s House) while Piazza Giovanni XXIII hosts the 2-story merry-go-round in front of the impressive Ospedale del Ceppo.

Lucca has no shortage of markets and flea markets. From November 22 to December 28, the traditional French-flavored market set up in typical wooden cottages in Piazza Napoleone returns. Don’t miss the Creative and Artisan Market in Piazza San Frediano (December 8–January 6) and the Antiquarian Market on December 20 and 21. 

Continuing through January 6 are classic, contemporary, unusual and traditional nativity scenes, Santa’s village, ice skating and many guided tours to uncover the secrets of the city during Lucca Magico Natale.

If you want to learn about several Christmas traditions in Tuscany, here are 5 celebrations for experiencing the authentic atmosphere of the winter holidays.