The 15 best Christmas destinations for 2025, according to new data
Some countries do Christmas better than others - especially if you're a fan of a snowy, cozy, festive extravaganza.
So if you really want to lean into the magic of the holiday season, PrivacyJournal has compiled data to determine the top Christmas destinations around the world.
They looked at tour availability, price points, multilingual options, and December accommodation costs across sites like Tripadvisor and Kayak.
"What's really striking about this year's results is how completely Europe dominates the Christmas tour landscape - nine of our top ten destinations are European cities," says Mauricio Preuss, PrivacyJournal CEO.
Read on to see which cities made the list.
15. Zurich, Switzerland
The Swiss capital offers a sophisticated yet cozy Christmas experience. Most notably, the city hosts the Christkindlimarkt, one of Europe's largest indoor Christmas markets, located within the main train station.
Visitors can also find the Wiehnachtsdorf on Sechseläutenplatz where they can enjoy fondue in a festive chalet.
14. New York, USA
New York is the quintessential holiday backdrop, like you've just stepped out of a movie.
Travellers can experience the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and ice rink, and marvel at the spectacular holiday window displays along Fifth Avenue.
13. Berlin, Germany
With over 80 Christmas markets, Berlin offers a ton of diverse festive experiences.
From the romantic market at Charlottenburg Palace to the large-scale Winter World on Potsdamer Platz, you can go ice skating, shopping, bar-hopping and more.
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12. Munich, Germany
Munich's main Christkindlmarkt at Marienplatz is a must-see for a traditional Christmas experience.
Visitors can then enjoy live Bavarian folk music from the town hall balcony, explore the medieval-style Tollwood Winter Festival, or visit the Christmas Village in the Munich Residenz palace.
11. Colmar, France
This enchanting Alsatian village looks like a film set during Christmas.
Here you'll find six interconnected Christmas markets that light up its famous half-timbered houses and cobblestoned streets.
It's also a great jumping-off point for other stunningly decorated villages along the Alsace Wine Route.
10. Rome, Italy
As the home of the Vatican, but still a modern city, Rome offers a blend of spiritual and secular celebrations.
There's the traditional Christmas mass at St. Peter's Square, the classic Piazza Navona Christmas Market, live music, and beautiful light displays.
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9. Copenhagen, Denmark
The city's primary festive attraction is the iconic Tivoli Gardens Christmas Market. The historic amusement park is completely transformed by thousands of twinkling lights and decorations.
The rest of the city is similarly magical, especially along the waterways.
8. Quebec City, Canada
Old Québec transforms into a picturesque European village for its German Christmas Market - you'll forget you're in North America.
The five market sites are in a historic setting that looks straight out of a Christmas card.
7. Budapest, Hungary
Budapest hosts two magnificent main markets, at St. Stephen's Basilica and Vörösmarty Square, including a 3D light projection show on the Basilica's facade.
Guests can enjoy an ice rink, browse artisan stalls, and warm up in the famous thermal baths after a day of festive sightseeing along the illuminated Danube.
