The best places to celebrate Christmas 2024 in Italy

Shop for gifts in Via Montenapoleone
 Milan is widely recognised as the fashion capital of Europe, and when do we want to indulge in shopping more than during the festive period of Christmas? The most exclusive street in the world, the legendary Montenapoleone Street is the ultimate destination for gift searching. In the best moment to experience an unparalleled luxury shopping experience, to treat yourself and your loved ones, Via Montenapoleone offers the iconic choice of top-notch fashion boutiques with impeccable festive packaging and extraordinary customer service. The exquisite craftsmanship of jewellery and timeless elegance of cashmere sweaters will please any gift receiver. Moreover, turn this visit into a display case watching day, since many boutiques adorn their store windows with fairytale and dreamy winter designs.

Experience the ultimate relaxation and sophistication by staying in a 5-star villa on the stunning shores of Lake Como, where breathtaking views and world-class amenities await only about a one-hour drive from Milan.

Via Montenapoleone, Milan

Book a traditional Christmas Eve dinner at a sophisticated restaurant
 Combine your luxury holiday in Italy with a festive and exclusive Christmas meal at the legendary Osteria Francescana in Modena. This Michelin three-star restaurant, run by renowned chef Massimo Bottura offers a modern take on Italian cuisine with artistic presentations. Modena itself is an enchanting town with a rich culinary tradition, known for balsamic vinegar and UNESCO heritage architecture, such as its cathedral. It's a perfect destination for a refined, yet authentic holiday dining and cultural experience. Combine the visit with a museum tour to the Enzo Ferrari museum, with a spectacular collection of Italian signature cars and the history of F1 motors development.

Osteria Francescana, Modena

Ski in Cortina like the Italians
 Height of Italian glamour called “The Queen of the Dolomites”, Cortina d’Ampezzo is the ultimate destination for a luxurious Christmas winter escape. If you wish to have a vacation that includes fine dining, unique après-ski locations, SPA and wellness activities and high-end shopping Cortina is the place to be this holiday season. Chalet Pinoli, an exclusive property for rent suggested by Home in Italy, features a breathtaking mountain view, a sauna, a well-equipped SPA and a wood-burning fireplace, to create a unique winter atmosphere during your stay. Moreover, the kids’ play corner will be a wonderful opportunity for your children to enjoy this chalet while the parents can relax with a mulled wine by the fireplace.

Luxury Chalet Pinoli, Cortina D'Ampezzo

Chalet Pinoli | 12 sleeps | from EUR 31,000 to EUR 43,500 per week

Escape to the crystalline waters of Sardinia
  Snowy mountains, ice skating and mulled wine bring a beautiful winter atmosphere, but sometimes we all want to escape the conventional celebrations and head off to a serene remote island and stay in touch with nature, away from the crowds. Sardinia in December is the rare moment to have the island all to yourself. Enjoy your Christmas by the sea at one of our deluxe villas for rent, benefitting from pleasant prices due to the low season.
 Villa Cassiopea boasts a splendid swimming pool with a diving board, outdoor heated Jacuzzi and a personal gym. Enjoy your Christmas differently this year, with a sea view and the beautiful Sardinia free from summer heat and usual high-season crowds.

Luxury villa Cassiopea, Porto Cervo

Cassiopea | 12 sleeps | from EUR 70,000 per week

Home in Italy will be glad to help you select the most suitable home away from home to create unforgettable memories this Christmas. We are delighted to guide you through the most traditional as well as unconventional destinations for your unique Christmas luxury holiday and share tips on how to savour an authentic Italian stay in the most magnificent winter period.

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