Spend New Year’s Eve in Rome
In Italy New Years Eve is referred to as “La Festa di San Silvestro” and there will be countless ways to celebrate this special night in Rome. You can walk down the Via della Conciliazione to beautiful St. Peter’s Square, listen to live music, enjoy a traditional Italian New Years Eve meal, and see in the New Year.
One of the best places to celebrate on New Years Eve in Rome is on Piazza Navona by the Colosseum, the biggest and most significant amphitheatre ever constructed during the Roman Empire, built to seat 60,000 spectators. People gather to watch the fireworks and see in the New Year together. While in Rome for the holidays you should also make time to check out some of the legendary sites and monuments of ancient Rome which include the Domus Aurea, the Roman Forum, the Bocca della Verita, the Pantheon, the Catacombs, the Circus Maximus, the Baths of Caracalla, the Mausoleum of Augustus.
Besides the remarkable Colosseum there will be live music performances on Via dei Fori Imperiali – beginning a couple of hours before a truely impressive midnight firework display while the biggest party of the night can be found at the Piazza del Popolo.
- Direct Flights from most UK Airports
- Suggested Hotel: FH55 Grand Hotel Palantino
- Including Breakfast
- Private Airport Transfers
3 Nights From from £1,090 per person
New Year’s Eve Rome, Hotel options
Select 4* and 5* Hotels in Rome
FH55 Grand Hotel Palentine, Rome
Stay steps from the Colosseum at the elegant FH55 Grand Hotel Palatino — a refined 4-star retreat blending Italian style, comfort, and unbeatable location in Rome’s historic Monti district.
- Prime location: Just minutes from the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Cavour Metro station.
- Comfortable rooms: From classic doubles to suites with panoramic city views & Jacuzzi.
- Dining: Enjoy authentic Roman cuisine at Le Spighe and cocktails at the American Bar.
- Ideal for all travelers: Perfect for couples, families, or culture-seekers exploring Rome.
- Optional New Years Eve Gala Dinner Event
Start your day with a generous breakfast buffet, explore ancient streets, then unwind in stylish comfort at this beloved Rome hotel.
Martis Palace, Rome
Small, design-forward boutique in a renovated palazzo — steps from Piazza Navona and the Pantheon. Calm rooms, a charming rooftop terrace and a feel of modern Roman elegance make it perfect for couples and city explorers.
- Prime walkable location — Pantheon & Navona nearby
- Boutique & quiet — only ~26 rooms, personalised service
- Rooftop terrace — sunset drinks and skyline views
- Design & comfort — memory-foam beds, modern baths
Baglioni Hotel Regina, Rome
Elegant 5-star on iconic Via Veneto, fusing Art-Deco glamour with modern comforts. Ideal for travellers who want classic Roman luxury, gourmet dining and proximity to the Spanish Steps and Villa Borghese.
- Heritage luxury — refined interiors, marble finishes
- Top location — Via Veneto, near Spanish Steps & parks
- Gourmet dining & bar — sophisticated Mediterranean cuisine
- Spoiling amenities — spa, suites with city views
What to see while in Rome at New Year
- Head to the large open-air concert at Circus Maximus on New Year’s Eve (typically from ~9:30pm) followed by fireworks at midnight
- For panoramic views, climb to either the Pincio terrace (above Piazza del Popolo) or the Gianicolo Hill.
- Enjoy river-views: Cruises on the Tiber River combine dinner + live music + fireworks.
- Visit major landmarks like the Colosseum, Pantheon and the historic centre when mornings are quieter.
- Stroll the charming evening streets of Trastevere where locals dine and the festive vibe remains relaxed.
