✨ Our suggestion

From my experience, the most complete and engaging event – especially for children – is Christmas World Rome 2025 – Villa Borghese. It is large, rich in attractions, sets, shows, music and immersive areas that both kids and adults love.

Downsides: it is very crowded on weekends and in the days just before Christmas (when schools close and many tourists arrive).

👉 Tip: go in the morning to avoid queues and crowds.

👉 Prefer the magic of Christmas lights at night? Choose weekdays in the evening.

👉 Practical tip: dress warmly – Villa Borghese is very humid and it feels even colder at sunset.

🎡 Christmas World Rome 2025 – Villa Borghese

Christmas World Rome 2025 returns to Villa Borghese, transforming one of the most iconic parks in the capital into a large immersive Christmas trail. The event offers spectacular scenography, light installations, themed villages dedicated to Christmas traditions from different countries and many activities for adults and children.

The 2025 edition introduces new settings, live shows, roaming performances, family-friendly areas and a large international market where you can buy Christmas decorations, handicrafts and food specialities. The scenic reconstructions, photo spots and interactive experiences offer visitors a real journey through Christmas around the world, all surrounded by the unique atmosphere of Villa Borghese.

Christmas World is ideal if you want to enjoy a Christmas full of atmosphere, take beautiful photos, join children’s workshops, taste international street food and spend a few hours in a carefully curated and accessible environment. Thanks to its central location and rich programme, it is one of the most scenic and loved Christmas events in Rome.

It’s easy to reach if you stay in one of our apartments, thanks to the proximity of all our properties to the main Rome Metro lines.

📅 29 November 2025 – 11 January 2026

🎟️ Tickets from €12.50 (reduced tickets and family packs available)

🌐 christmasworld.net

⏰ Opening hours 2025

Every day: 10:00–18:00

24 December: 10:00–18:00 (last admission 16:00)

25 December: 14:00–20:00 (last admission 18:00)

31 December: 10:00–18:00 (last admission 16:00)

1 January: 10:00–20:00 (last admission 18:00)

🚇 How to get there

Metro A → Flaminio + panoramic walk up to the Pincio terrace

Or Bus 89

SABA car park with 20% discount

🎠 Why visit Christmas World Rome

• Immersive light installations
• Musicals and live shows
• Themed Christmas markets
• International street food
• Ice skating rink
• Snow Twister, Baby cars
• Mini pony rides
• Little Carousel
• Hyper Jump
• Over 300 performers

🎅 EUR Christmas 2025 – Christmas Village at EUR

The EUR district is once again in 2025 one of the most atmospheric places to enjoy Christmas in Rome, thanks to Christmas markets, lights, street food and family activities. The big news is the Roma Eye, the largest Ferris wheel ever installed in the city: 50 metres high in Viale Oceania, part of the “Natale Diffuso” project. From here you can enjoy a spectacular view over the district and the dome of Santi Pietro e Paolo.

On 8 December the official opening of Christmas at EUR will take place, with the lighting of the Roma Eye, the large Christmas tree on the steps of Viale Europa and the illuminations on the Basilica of Santi Pietro e Paolo.

In addition to the Ferris wheel, EUR Christmas 2025 will offer Christmas markets with crafts and handmade products, food stands and street food, light installations, photo spots, events and children’s workshops. The atmosphere is elegant, modern and easy to reach, ideal for families, couples and anyone who loves photos and social content.

EUR Christmas 2025 is a must if you are looking for a different kind of Christmas away from the historic centre, with iconic attractions, creative shopping and one of the most beautiful views of Rome during the holiday season. 
It’s easy to reach if you stay in one of our apartments, thanks to the proximity of all our properties to the main Rome Metro lines.

📍 EUR Lake – Viale America

📅 1 December – 7 January

🎟️ Free entry

✨ Our suggestion

The EUR lake is a very pleasant setting. The Christmas village is lovely and I especially recommend it if:

• you already live or stay in the area
• you are visiting the EUR district
• or you want to combine it with another stop such as:

• the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana
• the Nuvola Congress Centre (Fuksas)

🎡 Main attractions

• Santa’s House (until 26 December)
• Carousel
• Creative workshops
• Animation and small shows
• Large ice skating rink
• Wooden chalets with crafts and food

⏰ Opening hours 2025

Christmas Village: 10:00–21:30

Santa’s House: Mon–Fri: 14:00–20:00

Sat–Sun: 10:00–13:00 / 14:00–20:00

Ice skating rink: always open

🏰 Il Borgo di Babbo Natale – Rome East

Il Borgo di Babbo Natale – Roma Est is a themed Christmas village with carefully curated sets, elves’ houses, creative workshops, live shows, play areas and small craft markets. Children can meet Santa Claus, deliver their letter and take photos in a warm, immersive atmosphere, with interactive trails and family-friendly spaces.

Inside the village you’ll also find food areas, refreshment points and relaxation zones, perfect to spend a few hours indoors, sheltered from the cold. Activities are designed to involve the little ones, with entertainment, workshops and dedicated performances.

📍 Via di Lunghezzina 325

📅 15 November 2025 – 6 January 2026

🕒 10:00–19:30

🎟️ Adults €15 – Children €10 (online – €5 discount)

✨ Main attractions

• Enchanted forest
• Santa’s House
• Ice skating rink
• Craft markets
• Chocolate Factory
• Kids’ area and animation
• Street food

🎁 Giftland – Creative Christmas Market (San Paolo)

Giftland is one of the most original Christmas events in Rome: a large creative Christmas market hosted inside San Paolo District in the San Paolo neighbourhood. The event brings together illustrators, independent designers, modern artisans and small brands offering contemporary, creative and often sustainable gift ideas. The exhibitors’ selection focuses on quality, original products: design pieces, illustrations, home decor, creative accessories, vintage collections and handmade projects that you don’t usually find in the most touristy Christmas markets in Rome.

The industrial setting of San Paolo District creates a lively and curated atmosphere, with pathways guiding you among stands, installations and small thematic areas. In addition to the exhibition area, there are food zones and spaces for short activities and workshops, also suitable for children.

Thanks to its strategic location, easily accessible by Metro B – San Paolo station, Giftland is a perfect stop for those looking for a different Christmas in Rome: more creative and inspiring, discovering emerging artisans and artists in the heart of Rome South. It’s also very easy to reach if you stay in our Testaccio apartment, thanks to the direct Metro B connection.

📍 Via A. Severo 48

📅 6–7–8 and 13–14 December – 11:00–20:00

🎟️ Entry by free donation
🌐 vintagemarketroma.it

✨ Our suggestion

If you want to take your time and avoid the cold, this place is truly ideal. All stands offer unique pieces – many handmade – vintage clothing, carefully selected books for children and adults, and non-touristy objects.

There aren’t many seats, except for the play area for children, where they also organise small workshops. Giftland is entirely indoors (6000 m²), inside the San Paolo District (former ATAC depot). Perfect for: a hot chocolate, sheltering from the cold and doing creative, non-touristy Christmas shopping in Rome.

My son had a great time last year: well-designed children’s activities and a really pleasant atmosphere.

🚇 How to get there

Metro B → San Paolo, 10 minutes on foot.
San Paolo District – mini guide to the area:

A lively area full of bars and restaurants, close to the Basilica of San Paolo Fuori le Mura. Perfect to combine the Christmas market + a cultural stop + dinner.

🌟 Christmas markets and villages near Rome 2025

🎄 Viterbo Christmas Village

📅 16 November – 6 January

Fairytale medieval setting → nativity scenes, toy factory, lights, ice rink.
✨ Our suggestion: if you want a spectacular day trip from Rome, Viterbo is a beautiful medieval town all year round, but it becomes truly magical during the Christmas period.

🤶 Il Regno di Babbo Natale – Vetralla

Enchanted forest, magic tunnel, ice rink, elves’ village. Perfect also on rainy days, because many areas are covered.

🏰 Castello di Babbo Natale – Lunghezza

Interactive trail in a real castle → shows, characters, themed rooms. Perfect for children aged 3–10 years.

✅ Practical tips for visiting the Christmas Markets in Rome 2025

• Best times: early morning or late evening – 17:00–20:00 is the most crowded time slot.
• Choose weekdays: weekends can be very busy.
• Dress warmly: Rome is humid, the cold feels harsher – dress in layers.
• Bring some cash: some stalls do not accept cards.
• Avoid driving: heavy traffic + parking is very difficult.
• Strollers: fine at Christmas World, less comfortable at Piazza Navona after 17:00.
• Online tickets: essential for Christmas World and Lunghezza. Buying tickets online may also give you discounts.
• Watch your bag and phone: these are very crowded areas.
• With children: always bring snacks and water.
• Plan your travel time: December is the busiest month in Rome.

❓ FAQ – Christmas Markets in Rome 2025

1. What are the best Christmas markets in Rome?
Christmas World, EUR Christmas, Giftland and Borgo di Babbo Natale.

2. When do the Christmas markets in Rome 2025 open?
Between mid-November and early December.

3. Are the markets free?
Some are free (EUR Christmas), others require a ticket (Christmas World, Lunghezza, Vetralla).

4. Which is the best market for children?
The most complete one is Christmas World.

5. Where can I meet Santa Claus in Rome?
Christmas World, EUR Christmas, Lunghezza, Borgo di Babbo Natale, Viterbo, Vetralla.

6. Are there ice skating rinks?
Yes: Christmas World, EUR Christmas and various Ice Parks in Rome.

7. Do I need to book in advance?
It is highly recommended to buy tickets in advance for Christmas World and Lunghezza. By buying tickets online you may also get discounts.

And if you want to stay near the Christmas markets in Rome, discover our NiceRome apartments: comfortable, central and perfect to enjoy the Roman Christmas atmosphere.