Holidays Tours in Rome, Italy, during Christmas and New Year

The city of Rome in Italy is a wonderful travel destination and becomes even more special during the end of the year, during the Christmas and New Year’s Eve festivities.

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Christmas and New Year in Rome, Italy

We have selected 5 options of attractions and guided tours to do during the end of year festivities in Rome, Italy.

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Christmas Nativity and Angels Tour in Rome

Rome: Christmas Market and Nativity Scene: Guided Tour

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Rome with a guided tour of the city’s nativity scenes and Christmas markets. Start your journey in the heart of the city at Piazza Navona, transformed into a lively Christmas market with stalls selling handmade ornaments, Christmas treats and unique gifts.

As you explore, visit some of Rome’s most beautiful and traditional nativity scenes, including the grand display in St. Peter’s Square and lesser-known and charming presepi hidden in historic churches throughout the city.

This tour not only highlights the artistry of Roman nativity scenes, with their intricate details and lifelike figures, but also gives you the chance to experience the warmth of Italian holiday traditions. From the twinkling lights of the markets to the serene beauty of the nativity scenes, you’ll feel the magic of Christmas come to life in every corner of Rome.

Perfect for embracing the joy of the holiday season, this tour combines culture, tradition and seasonal joy into an unforgettable Roman Christmas experience.

Baroque Christmas Concert at the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars in Rome

Enjoy a Baroque music concert with an introduction to art and music in a stunning venue in Rome. Hear original music by masters such as Palestrina, Victoria, Arcadelt, Lasso, Morales and Anerio – once composed for the Sistine Chapel choir.

In the wonderful Capuchin Church on Via Veneto, surrounded by splendid sculptures, frescoes and marble, you will attend this special Baroque Christmas Concert.

Inside the church you can see masterpieces by Guido Reni (S. Michele Arcangelo), Domenichino, Pietro da Cortona, Gherardo delle notti, Antonio Sacchi and others.

You will also visit the mysterious Capuchin Crypt decorated with over 4,000 bones. The concert will be performed by the prestigious Schola Romana Ensemble, a highly professional group of singers and musicians specializing in Roman Baroque music.

Christmas and New Year Opera Concert at St Andrew’s Church of Scotland, Rome

Enjoy a special Christmas or New Year’s Eve concert at St. Andrew of Scotland Church in Rome. Listen to arias, duets and piano pieces. Be lifted up by the talents of pianist Giovanni Velluti and tenor Alessandro Fantini. Enjoy a glass of prosecco with the performers.

Marvel at a musical program of classic Italian opera arias and duets from works by Puccini and Verdi. Listen to a romantic repertoire for virtuoso piano by Liszt and Chopin. Admire Neapolitan carols and Christmas hits.

Be enchanted by the styles of pianist Giovanni Velluti and the range of tenor Alessandro Fantini. After the concert, toast the artists with a complimentary Prosecco Christmas Aperitivo.

Christmas Lights Walking Tour in the Streets of Rome

Explore the Eternal City at the most magical time of the year, admire the twinkling lights and decorations of Via del Corso and Via dei Condotti.

Learn about the Christmas traditions that take place at places like the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona and the Pantheon.

Street Food Tour with a Local Guide in Rome

Savor the flavors of Rome on a guided street food tour. Indulge in the iconic Jewish Quarter or opt for a tour of Trastevere. Sample local delicacies such as supplì, pizza, and gelato.

Enjoy Rome’s iconic street food on a guided walking tour of the Jewish Quarter or Trastevere. Learn about local food at five tastings and sample delicacies such as pizza, supplì and seasonal dishes.

Choose between a tour of Trastevere or the Jewish Quarter, two of Rome’s most picturesque neighborhoods, with group or private tour options available. With your guide, learn about Rome’s history through your favorite street food.

If you’ve chosen the Trastevere tour, meet your guide on Tiber Island and soak up its unique atmosphere before arriving in Trastevere. Pass through vibrant squares like Piazza Santa Maria and indulge in popular street food, from supplì with cheese to delicious cannolis.

If you chose the Jewish Quarter tour, head to the lively Campo De’ Fiori square, where one of the oldest open-air markets takes place every morning.

Then, follow your guide to Rome’s Jewish Quarter and see its highlights, including the Portico of Octavia and the Turtle Fountain.

On both tours, enjoy five tastings with some wine and beer. And finally, head to an ice cream parlor for a well-deserved treat. Both tours end on a sweet note with the perfect Italian gelato.

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