Christmas in Italy

Christmas in Italy is a time for celebration, and with food playing such an important role in global holiday traditions, it’s no surprise that feasting is central to Italian Christmas.

Italians hold three things close to their hearts: food, family, and faith—making Christmas, a celebration of all three, one of the most cherished holidays in Italy. Each family has its own unique customs, often influenced by the region they call home.

Italy is a country known for its rich traditions, stunning landscapes, and festive spirit, making it one of the most enchanting destinations to spend Christmas.

Italy is a magical destination year-round, but during the Christmas season, it transforms into a festive wonderland. From the snow-dusted Alps to the sun-kissed Mediterranean coast, Christmas markets in Italy are an enchanting mix of local traditions, artisanal crafts, and culinary delights.

Thinking about taking a short holiday in December? Italy is a great place to start: you could choose ski resorts adorned with the first snowfall, or charming villages lit up with festive Christmas lights. Don't forget the cultural cities, which feel even more welcoming during the holiday season.

While some other countries in the EU seem to be relaxing their rules over the Christmas holidays, the Italian Government has announced it will crack down on travel both to and within Italy. Italy has announced a range of new COVID-19 rules and restrictions for the Christmas period in 2020,

Italy's world famous Christmas markets, with their charming wooden houses that fill city squares along with the sights and smells of the Christmas season, is something that we are going to have to live without this Christmas 2020, at least in Northern Italy.

This year the unmissable Christmas markets are back in Italy. It would not be Christmas without the wooden houses that peep out in the squares and along the streets of Italian cities.

Christmas is just a few weeks away and every Italian city is preparing to celebrate this holiday in style. As tradition dictates, there will be lights, decorations and the inevitable Christmas markets.