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Public Holiday
Regional: IT-PV
Saint Syrus's Day
Wednesday, December 9, 2026
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Mostly closed
- Restaurants Mostly closed
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
📣 Traveler notes
Italy has a rich history as the heart of the Roman Empire and the birthplace of the Renaissance. It is notable for having a vast number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, encompassing high art and monuments.
- January 1: New Year's Day (Capodanno)
- January 6: Epiphany (Epifania)
- Easter (Pasqua) and Easter Monday (Pasquetta) (dates vary)
- April 25: Liberation Day (la Festa della Liberazione)
- When dining, only order cappuccino for breakfast. Avoid criticizing food, either at restaurants or in general. It is advisable to greet staff with 'buongiorno' or 'buonasera' and wait to be seated in formal settings. Note that Italian cuisine is distinct from Italian-American cuisine, and meals are often savored over several hours.
About this holiday
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