New Year’s Eve Rome 2022 | 10 Incredible Ways to Celebrate New year’s Eve in Rome

1. Fireworks Display at Circus Maximus

You must attend the festival at Circus Maximus for New Year’s Eve in Rome. The midnight fireworks show is a mind-blowing treat. For a clear, picturesque view of fireworks head to the terrace of the Gianicolo or climb atop the Pincian Hill.

2.Attend a New Year's Concert Gala

One of the best ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Rome is to attend a live music concert. Dress up and watch live music from some of the most  famous operas and music by Strauss, Mozart, Verdi, Puccini and others.

What to Expect: Cultural experience, Opera

Tips: Dress in your best for this grand experience.

3. Party at Palazzo Brancaccio

Palazzo Brancaccio is one of the most exclusive places located in the heart of Rome. Spend a glamorous evening with dinner, an open bar and a DJ set. Party the night away in style at this coveted destination.

4. Visit St Peter’s Basilica for the Papal Vespers

At St. Peter’s Basilica, the celebration of the Papal Vespers, is a very interesting way to spend New Year’s Eve in Rome. Get a chance to witness Pope Francis offer gratitude for how well Roman residents have worked together to promote the common good of the city.

What to Expect: Somber experience, Religious

5. Attend the New Year Parade at Piazza del Popolo

The New Year Parade at Piazza del Popolo is an extravagant celebration and features Italian musical folk groups that take part in a family-oriented parade in central Rome. This event takes place on New Year’s Day.

What to Expect: Parade, huge crowds, live performances, dance

6. Celebrate like the locals at Trastevere

For a low-key New Year’s Eve in Rome stay at Trastevere. The locals create a wonderful atmosphere and you can enjoy a traditional dinner made with Silvestro lentils, carrots and pieces of cotechino (a large spiced sausage). Trastevere is known for traditional and innovative trattorias, craft beer pubs and artisan shops.

What to Expect: Street party, local stalls, cultural experience

7. Attend an Outdoor Musical Concert at Centro Storico

The streets of Centro Storico are vibrant on New Year’s Eve in Rome. There’s a musical concert that is held at the piazza in front of the Quirinale, off Via Nazionale. It is also followed by a midnight fireworks display. 

What to Expect: Street party, huge crowds, fireworks.

Tips: Street parties get crowded so look out for your belongings.

8. Celebrate at La Festa di Roma

This all-day extravaganza at Circus Maximus is free for all and has a host of activities and events to ring in the new year. You'll experience concerts, fireworks, music and so much entertainment as you party with the locals.

What to Expect: An extravagant affair with music, dance performances, fireworks and lots more

9. Go on a Guided Bus Tour

The best way to take in all the celebrations happening across Rome is to set off on a bus tour that takes you around the city. Get a glimpse of what's happening across the city on New Year's Eve and join the celebrations at a stop of your choice.

What to Expect: A hop on hop off experience across the city with an audio guide.

Tips: Figure out the major stops you'd like to get off at in advance so you don't miss out on anything.

10. Visit a Nightclub

While some of the most exciting New Year's Eve celebrations happen on the streets of Rome, if you're looking for a more conventional party experience you can head to a nightclub in Rome. Some of the popular nightclubs include Chalet nel bosco, Gilda club and Shari vari.

What to Expect: DJs, music, entertainment, food, alcohol

Tips: Book your tickets in advance.

Tickets: from €50 (on average at most nightclubs)