Christmas Market in Piazza Duomo

Christmas in the heart of Milan

The Christmas Market in Piazza Duomo is one of the most beloved traditions of Milanese winter. At the foot of the Duomo of Milan, a symbol of the city and the Lombardy region, over sixty wooden chalets are arranged along the pedestrian area of the square and towards the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, recreating the atmosphere of Northern European Christmas villages in the heart of the Municipality of Milan.

Crafts, gifts, and flavors

The chalets offer local crafts, Christmas decorations, home decor items, wooden toys, candles, nativity scenes, and leather and wool accessories. There is also a wide range of food options: artisanal Christmas sweets like panettone, torrone, strudel, and spiced cookies, typical regional Italian products including cheeses and cured meats, and hot drinks like hot chocolate and mulled wine. Among the attractions are a life-size nativity scene and Santa's House where children can meet him, as well as magic shows, jugglers, and music.

An established tradition

Organized by the Municipality of Milan, the market is held annually from the beginning of December until January 6th, covering the entire festive period. It is an unmissable event for Milanese residents and the numerous tourists who flock to the city center during this time, attracted by the Christmas lights, shop window displays, and the festive atmosphere of Milan's most famous square.