Wednesday, 1 December 2010

Christmas Exhibitions and Markets in Ireland

Ireland is one of the best places to do Christmas shopping due to its large number of festive markets and exhibitions. If you are thinking of travelling to Ireland in the run up to Christmas, here are some of the bIreland Xmas marketsest places to buy gifts for your friends and family.

Docklands Christmas Market - Held at Dublin's Docklands, the Christmas Market is now in its fifth year providing tourists with over 100 market traders, selling festive goods, stocking fillers and unique crafts. There are also things for young children to enjoy while the adults do their shopping, with fairground attractions and an old fashioned carousel.

Galway Christmas Market - Galway's busiest market becomes even more so during the festive period with 100s of stalls selling everything from antiques to sushi. It is the ideal place to buy sweet treats for your loved ones, as well as getting some for yourself.

Taste of Christmas - The idea place to source ingredients for your Christmas feast with the Taste of Christmas exhibition attracting top chefs such as Kevin Dundon. Held at the Dublin Convention Centre, the exhibition includes a 50 minute cookery show and a large number of food stalls, selling everything from chocolates to herbs.

Christmas in Waterford - A traditional food and craft market, the Waterford market is the ideal place for families to get their shopping done in the build up to Christmas. With numerous activities such as musical events, entertainment and food stalls, there is something for everyone.