Rick Steves’ European Christmas Part 8: Italy

From Piazza Navona’s Christmas market to the ultimate manger scene in front of St. Peter’s Basilica, the city of Rome bursts with Christmas traditions. In Tuscany, sacred music and prayer infuse the tranquil landscape, and living nativities recreate the town of Bethlehem on the most holy of nights. Subscribe at for regular updates on European destinations. For more information on Rick Steves’ European Christmas — including the European Christmas DVD, Blu-ray, Music CD and Book — visit h