Spend Christmas in Italy this year and discover beautiful decorations, unique traditions and seasonal cuisine through fun tours.
Colosseum in Rome, Italy at Christmas
Italians know how to celebrate Christmas in style and travelers can be impressed by the holiday decor in major Italian cities like Rome, Venice, Florence and Milan. To see the lights and decorations at their best and enjoy the festive atmosphere, visit Italy during the holidays and join one of these fun Christmas tours.
10/10 Christmas walking tour in Rome
Experience Italy’s Christmas magic in its capital. A small-group walking tour is the perfect opportunity to see the best of Rome’s scenery while on vacation. Travelers will visit Piazza Navona and the Christmas Market, as well as a nativity stop in St. Peter’s Square. The tour includes hot chocolate and a chance to try the holiday cake called panettone.
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Celebrate Christmas in Rome – Small Group Walking Tour -
Duration:
2 hours -
Cost:
From US$56.95 per adult
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9/10 Street food and Christmas market in Bolzano
Bolzano is considered a gateway to the Dolomites and is a wonderful place where travelers can stop before exploring this region. While on vacation, travelers can get a unique look at the cuisine of this Alpine town. Seasonal tastings and a stop at the oldest bakery in town are highlights of the experience.
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Bolzano Street Food Tour and Christmas Market Small Group -
Duration:
2.5 hours -
Cost:
From US$105.60 per adult
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8/10 Vatican Christmas Tour
Discover the wonders of Vatican City during the holidays with a guided tour. A professional art historian leads the tour of the Vatican, highlighting the historical significance of the various exhibits. The tour also comes with headphones so that all participants can hear the guide’s commentary at all times.
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Vatican Christmas Tour -
Duration:
3 hours -
Cost:
From US$72.49 per adult
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7/10 Magic of Christmas in Milan
This organized trip to Milan, northern Italy, is available for groups of up to 10 people. It is exclusively available during the holiday season and is led by a professional guide. Travelers will visit the city’s Christmas market and learn about stories, legends and holiday traditions that originated in Milan, Italy.
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Magical Christmas Tour in Milan -
Duration:
2 hours -
Cost:
From US$654.46 per group
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6/10 Magic Christmas Tour of Venice
The tour departs from Piazza San Marco in the heart of downtown Venice and is only available during the festive period. A professional guide (English and Italian speaking) will lead travelers through the streets of Venice and along the canals to visit some of the most beautifully decorated places in the city.
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Magical Christmas Tour in Venice -
Duration:
2 hours -
Cost:
From US$654.46 per group
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5/10 Bologna Christmas Tour with a Local
Escape the tourist crowds of Rome and Venice for an authentic local experience in the city of Bologna. This Italian destination is known for its food scene and beautiful architecture. This is a private, personalized tour with a local guide and includes a hot drink like hot chocolate or mulled wine to warm up. Travelers will sample local dishes and shop at the Santa Lucia Christmas Market for handmade gifts.
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Bologna: Christmas with a Local Host -
Duration:
3 hours -
Cost:
From US$118.73 per adult
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4/10 Como Magical Lights Festival
Visit Como during the holidays for the chance to witness an epic light show and explore the city with a professional guide. Return tickets are included in the price of the trip for train transport from Milano Cadorna to Milan. Once travelers and their guide arrive in Como, they visit Como Cathedral and other sights before attending the Magic Light Festival at 5:30 PM. The light show features colorful projections of historic buildings.
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Discover Como and its Magic Light Festival -
Duration:
4 hours -
Cost:
From US$144.97 per adult
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3/10 Florence Christmas Lights Photography Tour
A professional photographer leads this tour through the beautiful Italian city of Florence. They take the group to many beautiful places in the city that are lit up for the holidays and provide helpful photography tips to improve photos taken on the tour. Budding photographers will love this tour for its usefulness while allowing them to see one of the most impressive cities in the country. The group price is for a maximum of 6 people.
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Florence Christmas Lights Photo Walk -
Duration:
2 hours -
Cost:
From US$155.33 per group
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2/10 Christmas visit to Naples
Travelers planning to visit Naples over Christmas can see the best of the city with a professional guide. They’ll stop in Piazza San Domenico Maggiore to sample Neapolitan treats and other Italian holiday sweets. Travelers also stop at the Church of San Lorenzo before exploring the festive San Gregorio Armeno market.
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Naples Christmas Tour with San Gregorio Armeno Market and City Highlights -
Duration:
4 hours -
Cost:
From US$124.26 per adult
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1/10 Christmas concert in Rome
A truly unique vacation experience in Rome, travelers enjoy exclusive entry to the Church of Santa Maria Immacolata and the Capuchin Crypt for a seasonal spectacle. The Ensemble Schola Romana, a group specializing in acapella singing, takes the stage for Christmas entertainment. Next, travelers walk around the crypt.
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Baroque Christmas concert from the Crypt of the Capuchins in Rome -
Duration:
1.5 hours -
Cost:
From USD 81.81 per adult
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