Vienna, Austria
Craving a grown-up Chrimbo? Book a trip to Vienna, where magnificent concert halls stage grand festive performances – the most revered is the Musikverein, home of the Vienna Philharmonic. Enjoy the local cafe culture with a Viennese coffee, then head to the central Rathausplatz, home to the largest Christkindlmarkt in the city. Stay warm with Christmas punch and roasted chestnuts before exploring the fairground rides and nativity scenes in the park.
✱ Where to stay: The breakfast buffet at elegant Boutique Hotel Donauwalzer is accompanied by classical music at weekends. Rooms from £77; donauwalzer.at.