We shine a spotlight on the top Italian cities to visit, especially for first-timers to the country. From the splendor of Rome and Bologna’s gastronomy to romantic Venice, each city is unique. Prepare to fall in love with all of them!
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Italy is one of the most popular European countries to visit – and for good reason! It’s the land of pasta, pizza, Michelangelo and Pinot Grigio, not to mention gorgeous cities like Venice and Rome.
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Check out our guide on planning a trip to Italy – it’s full of useful tips on deciding where to go in Italy, choosing hotels, Italian customs and more!
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Venice is oh-so romantic. So stay in one of its honeymoon-worthy hotels! From the affordable Palazzo Abadessa and La Calcina to splurges, these are the best Venice hotels for couples.
Here’s what you should know when planning your trip to Italy. Buy tickets to major attractions in advance. Balance big cities with chill time. Think train travel (not car rental). Find more Italy travel tips in this essential guide!
Check out the most gorgeous places to visit in Italy (that aren’t big cities). You have pretty Positano by the sea, non-touristy Matera and lovely small Baroque cities like Lecce. And let’s not forget Le March or the beautiful Italian lakes!
Make every day Valentine’s Day and enjoy these 17 most romantic things to do in Venice, Italy! From sipping Bellinis at Hotel Cipriani to lingering over a romantic lunch on Torcello Island, you’ll love this enchanting city.
Here’s our guide on how to get from the Venice cruise port to the Santa Lucia train station. Do it yourself? Or should you take a taxi to Mestre?
The muse of poets and writers, Venice is known as the “City of Bridges.” But who knew more than 400 bridges link Venice’s canals?
Just like the tower’s unintended tilt, our visit to the Leaning Tower of Pisa at sunset was unintended. But it resulted in the most memorable photo from our Italy trip!