Visit the Christmas Markets with CitySightseeing Berlin
Our sightseeing busses also stop right next to several Christmas markets. The Classic Hop-On Hop-Off Tour goes past six major Christmas Markets, and also stops at walking distance from several others. Hop from market to market to get the best of Berlin's festive atmosphere, while you admire the city from the buses' top decks.
The bus drives all day, and tickets are available for 24 or 48 hours, so you can visit all the markets you want, and the important highlights and attractions of Berlin as well with, all with just one ticket. Enjoy the most comfortable way to travel from market to market. Check out the entire route here, and pick your own adventure. And read more about the markets below.
KaDeWe Weihnachtsmarkt
At Wittenbergerplatz, the famous department store Kaufhaus Des Westens, or KaDeWe, hosts a new elegant Christmas Market. With shopping, festivities, great food, special celebrity visits and stage shows, incuding fundraising for several charities.
This market offers an upscale Christmas Market experience in the spirit of KaDeWe itself, at the lively Wittenbergerplatz area. The perfect place for buying special Christmas gifts and dive into the Christmas atmosphere.
Wittenbergplatz is stop 1 of the Classic Tour
Alexanderplatz
This Christmas market has something for everyone as it is a mix between market, fairground and party, as such it is also one of the busiest in Berlin. With carrousels, a Ferris wheel, an ice rink and market stalls selling traditional crafts and Christmas products this market can easily take up your day.
A special feature of the market at Alexanderplatz is the Christmas pyramid, decorated with more than 5000 lights. On the ground floor you can buy snacks and the platform at the top offers a beautiful view. This year, the Christmas market on Alexanderplatz is open from 24 November to the 26th of December, from 10 am to 10 pm, so you have plenty of time to explore and enjoy.
Alexanderplatz is at stop 9 of the Classic Tour
Gendarmenmarkt
The Gendarmenmarkt Christmas Market in Berlin is a stunning sight. Nestled amongst the magnificent French and German Cathedrals, it offers an elegant and captivating experience. A dazzling display of twinkling lights welcomes you, creating a truly festive atmosphere. Elegant stalls, often adorned with traditional Christmas decorations, add to the charm.
Forget mass-produced souvenirs! Discover unique and high-quality handmade products, from exquisite jewellery to intricate ceramics. It's the perfect place to find special Christmas gifts for loved ones. Indulge in delightful pastries, warm roasted chestnuts, and the comforting warmth of mulled wine. The gentle sounds of classical music often drift through the market, creating a truly magical experience.
Gendarmenmarkt is at stop 7 of the Classic Tour
Winter World Potsdamer Platz
Among the skyscrapers of Potsdamer Platz you can find Winter World, a huge adventurous Christmas fair with all kinds of activities. There are traditional stalls, but also games for children and adults, and the famous toboggan run, a 12 meter high slide right in the middle of the fair. Because Winter World offers more than just a Christmas market, it is a great place to visit with the whole family.
Of course, the stalls are lively and full of treats as well. Enjoy traditional food and drinks like glühwein, bratwurst, roasted almonds and more, and artisan markets have lovely handmade gifts and Christmas decorations. The combination of modern fun and tradition makes Winter World a delightful market to visit.
Winter World at Potsdamer Platz is at stop 4 of the classic tour.
A winter wonderland
There are of course more markets to explore. Another one worth stopping at is the Weihnachtsmarkt Breitscheidplatz, around the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, next to bus stop 19, with traditional stalls, amazing glühwein, and festival lights and a lovely atmosphere. Next to the Berlin City Hall, known as Rote Rathaus, you can find a large ice rink, and stalls with toys and other entertainment, in a warm and pleasant atmosphere.
And in the city centre and many other districts, there are markets with themes, markets from other countries and cultures, and even a Christmas market for dogs, so plenty to explore. Enjoy the delightful winter atmosphere of Berlin, and hop from market to market with CitySightseeing, to make your own adventure. We wish you a delightful advent and happy holidays!
