Christmas in Martina Franca is a magical time, with a festive atmosphere and plenty of traditional celebrations.

Martina Franca hosts a charming Christmas market where you can find local crafts, food, and gifts. The city is adorned with twinkling lights and decorations.

On Christmas Eve, the main church in Martina Franca, the Basilica di San Martino, holds a special midnight Mass. It is a beautiful ceremony. The church is elegantly decorated for the occasion, and the Mass is followed by traditional Christmas carols.

The city sets up an outdoor ice rink. Locals and tourists can glide on the ice and enjoy the festive atmosphere

This year, a fantastic Ferris wheel will allow you to “explore” the beauties of the city.

Martina Franca is a great base for exploring other towns in the region during the Christmas season. Nearby…. Alberobello, famous for its trulli houses, is beautifully decorated for Christmas, and its shops offer special holiday treats. Locorotondo, another charming town nearby, also celebrates Christmas with decorations and events, including a Christmas market.

Spending Christmas in Martina Franca is a delightful experience filled with enchanting traditions, delicious food, and the warm hospitality of the locals. During the Christmas season, many restaurants and trattorias offer special menus based on local products and traditional dishes for visitors who wish to taste Martinese delicacies. Don’t miss the cartellate with vin cotto, purcidd and pettole.

Martina Franca offers a unique Christmas experience, made up of traditions, local cuisine and a festive atmosphere. If you are thinking of spending Christmas in Puglia, don’t miss the magical atmosphere of Martina Franca.