New York City, New York

It should come as no surprise that there are many top-notch Christmas markets in New York City, making it challenging to pick just one from the nearly endless options. Visitors over the holidays should be sure to see the iconic tree in Rockefeller Square in addition to these top choices.

Tourists will certainly want to check out Central Park's holiday decorations, and the Christmas Market at Columbus Circle is a great place to start. There, shoppers can discover a wide selection of presents and seasonal food. Each year, more than 150 sellers participate in the spectacular outdoor Union Square Holiday Market. Gifts come in a great variety, with many of them being fair trade-certified, organic, recycled, or locally produced by artisans and craftspeople. Items include unique home furnishings, jewelry, toys, clothing, décor, ornaments, and much more. A wide range of food vendors, live entertainment, and other kid-friendly activities are also available for visitors. The Bank of America Winter Village, a market in the style of a European market with specially designed, themed kiosks for its number of vendors, is located in Manhattan's Bryant Park and is home to a large number of Christmas shops. A wide variety of goods, including handcrafted gifts, rare imports, and, of course, lots of snacks, are available here for shoppers.