Christmas In - Rome

Many ancient churches, such as Santa Maria Maggiore , house historic nativity scenes that are often more elaborate than the public squares. A Roman Holiday Feast

Food is the heart of a Roman Christmas, divided into two distinct phases. Christmas in Rome

The festive season officially kicks off on (the Feast of the Immaculate Conception) and lasts until the Epiphany on January 6th . Many ancient churches, such as Santa Maria Maggiore

Almost everything—including the Colosseum and Vatican Museums—is closed on December 25th . On January 6th, keep an eye out for

A free international display in St. Peter’s Square featuring mangers made from everything from glass to recycled technology.

On January 6th, keep an eye out for the "Christmas Witch" who flies into Piazza Navona to give candy to children, marking the end of the holiday. Rome at Christmas: Memorable Holidays in the Eternal City