What to do in Rome at Christmas
‘Tis the season to be jolly, and here in Rome jolly doesn’t even begin to explain the level of yuletide cheer and spirit you’ll feel after completing our top ten list of Christmas must-do’s.
Discover the best ways to embrace the holiday spirit in Rome, from admiring the city’s enchanting illuminations to immersing yourself in the festive atmosphere of Christmas markets.
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Christmas Trees in Rome
Nothing says Christmas like Christmas trees, and nothing says Christmas in Rome like the mother of all Christmas Trees located in Saint Peter’s square. This year the Christmas tree comes from Macra, a city situated in the Maira Valley, near Cuneo. The inauguration of the tree will take place on December 9th at 5pm.
Another iconic Christmas tree in Rome is the one that is usually set up in Piazza Venezia. This year however, because of the metro C construction, the tree will be moved to Piazza del Popolo.
In Piazza di Spagna, Dior will set up a Christmas tree over 12 meters tall, adorned with golden butterflies and leaves branded with the “Christian Dior” logo. The fashion house will also decorate the Spanish Steps with light installations.
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Indulge in Panettone or Pandoro
By now you have probably noticed the colorful boxes of large round cake-bread stacked in every available corner of Rome’s supermarkets, pasticcerie, and even the local “cinese.” Although it is considered perfectly acceptable by Italian standards to go hard on the panettone or pandoro of your choice before, during, and after Christmas, be advised: not all panettone and pandoro were created equal. Here are some of the best places to purchase pandoro and panettone in Rome:
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