The cathedral green has been transformed into a festive fayre for the next month.
Thousands of visitors are expected to sample the Exeter Christmas market after it officially opened to coincide with the Christmas lights switch-on on Thursday.
Stallholders are offering an eclectic array of handmade gifts, decorations and a multitude of food.
Trader Neil Walsh said: "This Christmas market gives the people of Exeter something they deserve. It is an opportunity to showboat Exeter to the rest of the county and beat off competition from Plymouth."
The Echo visited the market earlier this evening in a quest to find some alternative products to buy:
Here is our top five:
1. Landjáger
This traditional type of Germany sausage comes from the southern state of Bavaria. It is available in a variety of sweet and delicate flavours, with a pair costing £2 or all seven types for £10.
2. Marilyn Monroe shawl. £6.
Made with chiffon fabric, it has a soft feeling to the hand.
3. Curved wine bottle holder, £13.
Made of wood and bamboo, it has been meticulously crafted with some 16-20 layers of lacquer giving it a glossy finish.
4. Handmade dragon, £25 to £150 depending on size.
This hand-crafted gift will certainly stand-out from the garden. Apparently they are almost guaranteed to sell-out.
5. Magic snow £3 or two for £5.
Just add water and watch it grow. Simple.
The market returns for a second year, combining products from local traders and traders from around the globe.
Local retailers make up 30 per cent of the traders who are selling a wide range of traditional Christmas crafts and local foods.
Nick Rhodes, chief executive of Market Place Europe, said: "We are delighted to be returning to Exeter and to be providing new retail experiences that will enhance Christmas shopping for everyone. We are especially thrilled to be setting up our Christmas market on the Cathedral Green, a very special venue that captures the essence of Exeter."
The market will run until Thursday, December 19. It is open Monday to Wednesday, 10am to 7pm; Thursday to Saturday, 10am to 9pm and Sunday 11am to 6pm. Entry is free.
