Italy routinely appears at the top of the bucket lists of travelers from all over the world. And who can fault them? From cities steeped in history to colorful little coastal villages, Italy offers a plethora of destinations to suit every type of traveler. Whether you are a first-time visitor to Italy, or you have just completed visit #15, you will come away wanting to return yet another time.
Discover how to spend two perfect days in Venice. Hop on a vaporetto to explore Murano and Burano. Hike the Sentiero Azzuro in the Cinque Terre. Enjoy an unforgettable sunset from the Piazzale Michelangelo in Firenze. Be charmed by the medieval hill towns of Tuscany. Enjoy the spectacular Amalfi Coast drive. Throw a coin into the Fontana di Trevi, to ensure your return to the Eternal City.
Browse my posts to discover all the wonderful experiences that can be yours in Italy!
Looking for a charming Umbrian hill town to visit in one day? Consider Orvieto! There are just enough things to do in Orvieto to make for an engaging one day visit, although it’s so captivating you could stay longer. Easily done as a day trip from Rome, Orvieto has a … Read More
Located in the Lombardy region in northern Italy, the historic city of Mantua is fabled for its understated charm and fabulous food. The city makes for an easy day trip from Bologna, Verona, or Milan. Read on to discover the best things to do in Mantua, Italy! Also known as … Read More
Located in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy, the Renaissance city of Ferrara makes for a delightful visit from Bologna, Venice, or Milan, especially if you enjoy history, culture, and good food. Read on to discover the best things to do in Ferrara, Italy! With a wealth of art and … Read More
My husband and I love good gelato! On each visit to Italy, we’ve had gelato at every stop on our itinerary, sometimes more than once. Read on to discover my take on the best gelato places in Italy! Before we left for our first trip to Italy, I did a … Read More
The historic city of Padua is worth visiting at least for the day when you are in northern Italy: it is an easy day trip by train from Venice, Verona, or Bologna. Read on to discover the best things to do in Padua in just one day! Padua is an … Read More
A drive through the Val d’Orcia should be high on your list of things to do when visiting Tuscany. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Val d’Orcia is ridiculously scenic. And a drive through the region is the perfect way to experience la dolce vita in Tuscany! Read on … Read More
If you’re looking for a stunning Italian town to explore in just one day, look no further than Siena: it definitely deserves a top spot on your Tuscany itinerary! Siena is a Goldilocks-sized town with just the right amount of things to see and do in one active day. It … Read More
Looking for the best things to do in Trieste? Trieste, located on a thin strip of Italy sandwiched between Slovenia and the Adriatic Sea, is a fascinating place to visit. A melting pot of multiple cultures, Trieste is the capital of the Friuli Venezia Giulia region in northeastern Italy and … Read More
Planning your first ever visit to romantic Venice? Our in-depth 2-day Venice itinerary takes you through the best things to do in this iconic Italian city. Romantic gondolas bobbing gently in the water. The Grand Canal, lined with elegant pastel palazzos. The pigeons of St. Mark’s Square. These iconic Venetian … Read More
Planning your first visit to fabulous Firenze? You’ll find an overwhelming amount of things to do in Florence! With probably the highest concentration of art and architecture masterpieces in all of Europe, and its great food scene, gelato, and shopping, Florence will definitely be one of the highlights of your … Read More