40 Christmas Nativity Sets so Beautiful You’ll Want to Pass Them Down

Alesandra Dubin, Emily Rochotte

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Kurt S. Adler Porcelain Delft Blue 11-Piece Nativity Set

Delft blue always makes a statement, so it’s no surprise that this is one of the prettiest sets out there.

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Under $30

Christmas Nativity Set

Christmas Nativity Set

Dreaming of a white Christmas (nativity)? These monochrome resin figures create a simple, yet powerful scene. Perched at the top of the stable structure is the shining Star of Bethlehem.

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Space-Saving Nativity

Ten Thousand Villages Collapsible Olive Wood Nativity

Collapsible Olive Wood Nativity

Don’t let limited storage space stop you from displaying the nativity scene this Christmas. This multi-dimensional nativity is easy to assemble, then packs up and stores flat at the end of the season.

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Budget-Friendly Nativity

Holiday Time Porcelain Nativity Scene with Wooden Stable

Porcelain Nativity Scene with Wooden Stable

This lovely porcelain display includes the Holy Family, Three Wise Men, shepherds, animals and even the stable to display the scene, at an unbeatable price of $17.

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Willow Tree The Holy Family

The Holy Family

Simple yet meaningful, this depiction of the Holy Family is a great Christmas gift for religious family members, figurine collectors or even your priest or pastor. The box comes ready to gift, complete with an enclosure card that reads “A child is born.”

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Willow Tree Nativity Starter

Nativity Starter

Give the gift of a full nativity scene, great for Willow Tree collectors or anyone who’s looking to add a beautiful crèche to their home.

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Ten Thousand Villages Follow the Star Nativity

Follow the Star Nativity

This non-traditional spin on the classic nativity scene depicts the Three Wise Men following the star (literally) to find the baby Jesus. The ceramic sculpture is all one piece and measures about eight inches long.

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BCSmyer 12-Piece Nativity Set

12-Piece Nativity Set

Another minimal option, this scene features simple faceless silhouettes robed in white. It does have a few decorative details to illustrate the story, like a hay-lined crib for baby Jesus and and the Three Wise Men holding gifts.

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Ten Thousand Villages Night Arch Nativity

Night Arch Nativity

Under the hand-carved Star of Bethlehem, you’ll find the Three Wise Men coming to visit Mary, Joseph and the infant Jesus. Handcrafted in Indonesia, this fair trade nativity is painted with beautiful hues of blue and gold.

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Ten Thousand Villages Cat Lover’s Nativity

Cat Lover's Nativity

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Cat parents will love this nativity scene with felines looking over baby Jesus. Handmade in Peru, this colorful nativity set would make an adorable and unexpected Christmas gift for the right recipient.

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Kurt S. Adler Nativity Set With Stable

Nativity Set With Stable

For a classic option, consider this 10-piece resin nativity scene, featuring real straw accents for a rustic touch.

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Roman Nativity Nesting Dolls Set

Nativity Nesting Dolls Set

If you’re an avid nativity set collector, or are just looking for a really stand-out piece, this is it. Plus, at the end of the season, you’ll be able to pack it away easily because the dolls stack inside one another.

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Glitz Home Nativity Figurines Set

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Nativity Figurines Set

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This 12-piece resin nativity set makes a dramatic impact, with lifelike hand-painted details.

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Under $50

Kurt S. Adler Nativity Piece

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Nativity Piece

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For a traditional look, you can’t go wrong with a piece from Kurt S. Adler, who is known for making classic nativities.

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TroupePal Nativity Advent Calendar

Nativity Advent Calendar

Does it get any more seasonally-appropriate than counting down to Christmas with a nativity Advent calendar? This is also a fun way to get the kids interested in setting up the nativity set.

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Metal Nativity Scene

Metal Nativity Scene

Set on a wooden base, this silhouette nativity scene is easy to display on a desk, mantle or bookshelf.

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Tri-Fold Nativity Scene

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Tri-Fold Nativity Scene

This hand-painted nativity could not be any easier to set up, thanks to its tri-fold design. Unfold the Three Wise Men and discover a creative display of the manager scene beneath them.

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Nativity Set for Toddlers

Fisher-Price Little People Nativity Set

Little People Nativity Set

Children will love playing along as you read them the story of Jesus’s birth. Designed for ages one and up, this will become a childhood favorite.

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Modern Stained Glass Nativity Set

Modern Stained Glass Nativity Set

An absolutely stunning interpretation, you won’t find a set as modern as this one. It’s made from wood, glass and brass, with the different shapes representing each figure from the nativity scene.

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Lenox Peanuts The Christmas Pageant & Creche

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Peanuts The Christmas Pageant & Creche

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Fans of a Charlie Brown Christmas, this one’s for you. This nativity is a recreation of the manager scene from the Christmas pageant the characters take part in during the holiday special. It’s pricier than others on our list, but it is made of porcelain and has gold accents.

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Alesandra is a digital travel and lifestyle journalist based in Los Angeles whose work has appeared in Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day, Prevention, Insider, Glamour, Shondaland, AFAR, Parents, TODAY and countless other online and print outlets. Alesandra has a masters degree in journalism with an emphasis on cultural reporting and criticism from NYU, and a bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley. An avid traveler, she trots the globe with her husband and their twins.

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Emily Rochotte is a freelance writer and social media manager covering lifestyle, travel and wedding content.

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