Old Town Square Christmas Market is a food market in Stare Mesto, Prague.
The Old Town Square Christmas market is Prague's signature winter market, around 90 stalls from late November to early January. Located in Stare Mesto.
Editorially verified May 20, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Tip: Avoid eating the trdelnik; drink the mulled wine and queue for the smoked klobasa.
Address: Staromestske namesti, 110 00 Praha 1, Prague
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Tip: Open about a week earlier than the Old Town markets; closes 24 December.
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Tip: Bring cash and a tote; the queue at the bread stalls peaks at 10:00.
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Tip: The Doubleshot espresso bar is in Hall 8; eat there before shopping.
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Tip: The natural wine bar at the back is the smartest pour; weekends are loud.
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Tip: Bring layers; the kitchen wraps when it rains.
