The exact location of Santa's workshop varies depending upon local culture, however it is generally said to be somewhere around or on the North Pole.

[4] In the late 19th century, it became common during December in large shops or department stores to have a "cavern" in which an actor dressed up as Santa Claus would give gifts to people.

[6] A staple of Liverpool's festive season, many generations first visited Father Christmas at Lewis's, with the final displays covering over 10,000 square feet (930 m2).

[9] It is traditional that the people receive a toy from Father Christmas, upon visiting his grotto whether in a shopping mall or a little garden center.

The image of the elves in the workshop was popularized by Godey's Lady's Book, with a front cover illustration for its 1873 Christmas issue showing Santa surrounded by toys and elves with the caption, "Here we have an idea of the preparations that are made to supply the young folks with toys at Christmas time.

"[11] From 1879 to 1886, Thomas Nast published a series of drawings introducing the idea that Santa's workshop is at the North Pole.

The United States Postal Service recommends mail to Santa's workshop be sent to 123 Elf Road, North Pole, 88888.