The most beautiful Christmas decorations in Italy 2025

With its extraordinary beauty and Christmas traditions, Italy is the perfect destination for a family vacation. Festive joy fills the air everywhere, creating unforgettable moments for families and travellers alike. The light displays transform the cities into glowing pathways of wonder, creating a delightful way to explore the festive season. Staying in a luxury villa for rent allows you to fully enjoy the magic of the Italian festive days, and at night, you can wander through the streets and Christmas festivals, surrounded by decorations, incredible food and music. Illuminating the country with these shimmering lights symbolises tradition, creativity, and the warmth of the Italian community. Their colours and patterns inspire feelings of togetherness, inviting families and friends to celebrate and share the holiday spirit. If you are planning a trip to Italy this Christmas, here’s our guide to some of the most beautiful holiday decorations across the country.

Christmas decorations

Gubbio, the tallest Christmas tree in Europe
Umbria offers one of the most captivating holiday destinations in Italy, where light and tradition meet spectacularly in the picturesque town of Gubbio. Rising above the town, Monte Ingino radiates with a massive installation shaped like a Christmas tree, a dazzling light display that has earned worldwide recognition. The historic centre below comes alive with festive markets, music, and cultural events that invite visitors to linger and celebrate. Families stroll through medieval streets adorned with decorations, discovering the warmth of local traditions alongside the ingenuity of modern artistry. This distinctive atmosphere makes Gubbio a must‑visit destination during your luxury villa stay in Umbria, where the Christmas spirit shines brighter than anywhere else.

Gubbio, Umbria

Lake Como, reflections of Holiday splendour
Lake Como embraces the holiday season with a spectacle of light that transforms its lakeside towns into glowing jewels. The reflections of illuminated villas, piazzas, and promenades glitter across the water, creating a dreamlike panorama. Markets filled with festive treats and local crafts invite visitors to wander through historic streets alive with music and celebration. Artistic projections and creative installations add a modern touch to the region's appeal. The result is a Christmas atmosphere where elegance, tradition, and natural beauty merge into one unforgettable experience.

Decorated villa in Lake Como

A Tuscan Glow in Arezzo and Florence
Medieval streets and Renaissance piazzas come alive in Tuscany  , where the holiday season shines brightly through the resplendent displays of Arezzo and Florence. Arezzo enchants visitors with its Città del Natale, illuminated by artistic installations, festive markets, and a magical atmosphere that celebrates tradition. Florence, the Renaissance jewel, transforms its bridges and squares with elegant lighting and creative projections that highlight the city’s historic beauty. For those dreaming of a more secluded retreat, a luxury stay in a rental in the Tuscan countryside offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and scenic views. Together, these destinations create a journey through culture, art, and festive wonder, ensuring the light shows remain among Italy’s most captivating seasonal spectacles.

Florence's Christmas decorations, Tuscany

Festive sparkles in Puglia
Puglia transforms into an enchanted land during Christmas, with villages and cities aglow under spectacular luminarie. Bari, the city of Saint Nicholas, gleams with festive lights, markets, and concerts. The Itria Valley, especially the enchanting Alberobello, Locorotondo, and Martina Franca, dresses its trulli and historic centres with dazzling illuminations. In Lecce, baroque architecture becomes the backdrop for artistic projections and vibrant markets, while Polignano a Mare brightens its cliffs overlooking the Adriatic. Across the region, nativity scenes and local crafts enrich the atmosphere, making Puglia’s festive season a unique getaway for the festive season.

Locorotondo, Puglia

Artist's lights
Every year, across various cities in Italy, artistic light installations illuminate streets and public spaces, transforming them into open-air galleries of creativity and wonder. While places like Salerno and Turin remain among the most renowned for their spectacular displays, many other regions also contribute to this nationwide celebration of light, including Umbria. In 2025, Perugia enriches the cultural season with Mimmo Paladino. Antologica, a major exhibition hosted at the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria from 8 November 2025 to 18 January 2026, highlights one of Italy’s most influential contemporary artists. Together, these events showcase the country’s unique ability to merge contemporary art, local traditions, and the warm atmosphere of the holiday season.

Artisti's lights

For a truly unforgettable Christmas holiday, book one of our exclusive luxury villas in Italy and immerse yourself in the festive charm of the season. To make your special celebration seamless, our dedicated concierge service will take care of every detail, including arranging a private chef to create exquisite holiday meals, ensuring your holiday is nothing short of extraordinary.