From 13th November, Cardiff’s Christmas Markets will fling open their cabin doors for Christmas 2025! A tradition that is nearly 30 years old, and one you won’t want to miss in the lead up to Christmas.
Why Cardiff’s Outdoor Christmas Markets Are Worth A Visit
As the temperature drops, dark evenings become the norm, there’s nothing better to get you in the festive mood than a leisurely amble through the twinkling streets of the shopping capital of Cardiff, with a hot chocolate or a mulled wine in hand! Nestled in amongst the leading shopping streets and a stone’s throw away from the city centre Winter Wonderland and Bute Park Christmas illuminations, they add another element of Christmas magic to any visit to Cardiff, be it with loved ones, friends or family.
Shopping locally is becoming ever-more popular, and finding a Christmas gift for the person who has everything is made easier with a little help from the hundreds of local crafters, makers, artisans and artists showcasing their treasures in each little wooden cabin currently stationed along several of the main shopping high streets.
See a full list of this year’s Cardiff Christmas Market exhibitors, and start eyeing up the ones that might help you tick off your Christmas list. You’ll find the markets open from 10am 6pm Mon – Sat and 10am – 5pm on Sundays up until the 23rd December 2024.
You’ll even find curated makers market stalls and local pop-ups exhibiting within John Lewis Cardiff too, throughout the festive season!
Where to find Cardiff’s Outdoor Christmas Markets
You’ll find Cardiff’s Christmas Market stalls on St John’s Street, Woking Street, Trinity Street and Hills Street.
You’ll find plenty of signposted car parks throughout the city, and many roads offer pay and display parking meter options. Cardiff also operates several Park & Rides across the city.
Best places to stay near Cardiff’s Christmas Markets
When you book serviced accommodation with Urban Space, you get more than just a great location – you get the space, comfort and flexibility to make your stay your own.
- Quayside Apartments — in the heart of Mermaid Quay and opposite the Wales Millennium Centre. Great for combining the Bay, dining, markets, and waterfront walks.
- Park Lane Aparthotel (Studios & Apartments with MeetSpace onsite) — ideal for mixing work, festive shopping, and relaxing in style.
- Pontcanna Place — leafy surroundings, a short stroll to Sophia Gardens, Cardiff Castle, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Christmas Markets
- Century Wharf — perfect for guests who want a quieter base, access to the Vale’s coast, or to combine city + countryside stays.
Each location offers self‑catering freedom, design-led interiors, and enough room to unwind after a long day exploring Cardiff Christmas markets and all of Cardiff’s Christmas delights.
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