Still don’t have plans for New Year’s Eve? Well, how about making some extra-special plans?! Instead of trying to find a party or a restaurant or some over-booked event, why not book a villa in Italy instead? Find a dreamy rental and get away with some of your favourite people or even by yourself and experience the light, colour, excitement, food, wine, and more that is on offer in Italy.
Festive Cheer
Italian towns and cities are made even more beautiful by lights, Christmas markets and attractions (many of which continue until the 6th of January), street performers, and a general festive cheer that is everywhere at this time of the year. So, if you book a vacation rental in Italy for this period of time, you’ll be able to soak it all up. Even if you don’t have particular plans, you can wander about, enjoy the lovely scenery, and take in the excitable atmosphere.
Museums and Attractions Over The Holidays
Almost all state museums and many independently owned businesses in Italy are closed for Christmas Day and New Year's Day and close early on New Year’s Eve, but the days surrounding these two major national holidays are a great time to be in Italy as most institutions are open and ready for business. Queues around the Holiday period can be long, especially in the mornings when tour groups arrive, but you should not have a problem visiting as long as you book your tickets in advance of your trip. Check out the Uffizi website to book tickets if you're going to be staying in a holiday rental in Florence and the Vatican Museums website if you're considering booking a vacation rental in Rome.
Eating Well
Of course, for foodies there could be few better destinations to spend the Holidays than Italy! There are lots of local seasonal delights to dive into and a whole new world of Christmas traditions to enjoy. So, if you’re a little tired of the typical culinary offerings at home, then it’s a great alternative. If you are someone who is not interested in braving the crowds in restaurants on New Year’s Eve, meanwhile, you’ll be able to stock up on all sorts of delicious things to eat and drink that you can enjoy in the peace and comfort of your luxury villa in Italy.
Ski Breaks
Italy is also a great place to go skiing. Whether you’re nestled in a cosy holiday rental in the Italian Alps, you’re visiting the Apuan Alps from a vacation rental in Tuscany, or you are planning day-trips to the mountains from all sorts of locations, including Milan, there are skiing options for everyone! Ring in the new year while looking out at the glistening mountains from your window or merely incorporate some days on the slopes into a larger experience of Italy during the Holidays, it’s all up to you and at your fingertips!
Magical Scenes
Certainly, no matter where you are going or what you are doing, simply coming to spend the Holidays in Italy means that you are sure to enjoy truly magical scenes. The beauty of the rolling green hills of Tuscany (or maybe white if they happen to be blanketed in snow at the time!), of pretty historic towns seemingly untouched by time, of the charming towns along the Amalfi Coast, of the grand buildings and ancient past of Rome, and much more besides is sure to provide the most incredible places to see out 2025 and welcome in 2026.
