The setting of "A Christmas Carol" is in London, England during the Victorian era. The story takes place on Christmas Eve, and the main character, Ebenezer Scrooge, is visited by three ghosts who show him the error of his ways and convince him to change his ways and become a kinder person. The story is set in the bustling city of London, with its cobblestone streets and bustling markets. The weather is cold and snowy, adding to the atmosphere of the Christmas season.