Italy is for many among the most beautiful countries in the world with its romantic landscapes and historic cities where you encounter places full of arts and culture. However, the true experience of Italy comes with the people that live there, and these are extremely welcoming and friendly – as well as great cooks! Dive into the country’s serenity during your next vacation, but before that let’s explore the best places to visit in Italy, so you know where you should go!
1. Naples
Just around two hours away from Rome lies Naples which features a number of historical monuments and statues that make make people also call the city an open-air museum. For a cultural trip, this is definitely one of the best places to visit in Italy with various theatres and opera houses that give you a better impression of Italian history. A particularly interesting museum is the National Archaeological Museum that have exhibits from the ancient city of Pompeii – the city that got destroyed by a volcano eruption.
2. Florence
If you are on your way through the beautiful landscapes of Tuscany, you should at least spend a day and night in the city of Florence which has been of central importance in medieval Europe for politics and arts. Many people come here just for a day trip, but it is recommended to experience the city in the late hours and see it without all the crowds in the streets.
3. Rome
The Italian capital is an absolute must-see and one of the best places to visit in Italy as it used to be the most important city in ancient Europe, nowadays featuring a high number of interesting spots such as the Pantheon, the Colosseum or the Trevi Fountain. But besides the impressive sights, Rome also has an exciting nightlife and some of the best foods in the world!
4. Milan
Milan belongs to the global fashion capitals and you could easily spend a few days shopping here in the Via Monte Napoleone or the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. From beautiful dresses to tailor-made suits, you will find anything you need here at the respective price. If you are not too much into shopping, the city is still a perfect city trip with the famous Teatro alla Scala, the Milan cathedral and the turbulent nightlife in the Navigli district.
5. Bologna
Bologna has one of the best preserved old towns in Europe through which you can get a realistic impression of ancient times. Not being a place of mass tourism, but featuring lots of historic sites, Bologna was even named European Capital of Culture in the past. While the city is mostly famous for its past, there are also modern sights that you can admire such as the Lamborghini, Ferrari or Maserati museums.
6. Turin
Historically one of the most important cities in Italy, Turin hosted the royal family in the middle of the 19th century. The royal times definitely left an impressive footprint with cultural sights and high-class academic institutions. Thanks to the many art galleries, opera houses, museums, theatres and architectural works of the Renaissance and Baroque, the city is particularly renowned for art and culture and highly popular among young celebrities.
7. Capri
Even though Capri is relatively small with its 14,000 inhabitants you will find lots of beauty and joy here. A gem at the sea, the island is surrounded by nature and its diverse attractions already made Capri a hot spot for visitors since ancient times. Besides the hikes and exploration tours that you can do through the amazing landscapes, Capri features more than 10 churches and museums.
8. Venice
When thinking of Venice, the first things that come to mind are probably long waterways with gondolas. These certainly belong to the most famous pictures you can find on postcards, but there is much more beyond the beautiful waters of Venice, which is one of the best places to visit in Italy. The Piazza San Marco and the Rialto Bridge might be crowded all the time, but their beauty still makes these spots obligatory for a visit if you are in Venice. If you can, try to avoid eating or drinking too much around these areas though because the tourist hotspots often have extremely high prices even for coffee. Much more interesting are the small alleys with hidden gardens that you can easily explore by foot!
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There’s more to these countries than the bricks and mortar as a few of the photos prove!
Very pleasant viewing though!