Edinburgh’s Christmas market is back for another year, marking the official start of the festive period for many in the Capital.
Within minutes of the popular attraction opening today, visitors had piled in and were enjoying mulled wines, queuing for the big wheel and sampling the hot dogs, pizzas and other snacks on offer.
The market opened today shortly before 3pm and will remain open until early January. It marks the start of a calendar of activities and events in Edinburgh, including a special carol concert on Sunday and the return of the George Street ice rink, which opens on Saturday.
Take a look around the market on its first day to see what’s on offer this year.
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Edinburgh's Christmas market 2022 is officially open for the festive season Photo: Canva
. Step into Christmas
Edinburgh's Christmas market is officially open for business, with visitors have flocked to Princes Street Gardens for the first day of the festivities. Photo: Ginny Sanderson
9. Festive bites
Foodies will be thrilled with what's on offer at the markets - with several stalls selling tasty treats, from hot dogs and pizza to chocolate fountain snacks. Photo: Ginny Sanderson