이탈리아에서 볼 수있는 62 최고의 도시, 도시 및 장소

이탈리아는 인기있는 여행 목적지이지만 대부분의 관광은 로마, 베네치아 및 피렌체와 같은 몇몇 장소 또는 유람선 항구가있는 도시로 이동합니다. 그러나 이탈리아에는 유명하고 덜 알려진 방문이 필요한 곳이 많이 있습니다.

이탈리아는 역사로 유명합니다. 유네스코 세계 문화 유산이 다른 나라보다 많습니다. 이곳은 로마 황제들의 본거지 였지만 그리스 식민지 인들, 사라센 해적들, 베네치아 상인들뿐만 아니라 르네상스 왕자, 과학자들, 예술가들도있었습니다. 그것은 카이사르, 나폴레옹, 오스트리아 왕, 노먼 기사, 무솔리니, 교황에 의해 일부 지배되었다.

그것은 또한 피자, 스파게티, 젤라토와 같은 요리 선물을 전 세계에 주었지만 여전히 알려지지 않은 지역 요리의 방대한 곳입니다.

이 기록은 캘리포니아 주 크기 (인구의 두 배이지만)의 국가에있는 모든 역사를 담아 한 번의 여행에서 몇 가지 다른 지역을 보는 것이 관리 가능합니다.

내 친구와 60 명 이상의 동료 여행 블로거의 도움을 받아 이탈리아 여정에 추가 할 도시, 도시 및 장소를 소개합니다. 도시는 지역별로 구성되어 있습니다.

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풀 리아

이탈리아가 부츠 모양이라면 Apulia (또는 Puglia)는 Salento 반도에서 끝나는 부츠의 발 뒤꿈치입니다. 이 지역은 이탈리아 남부 해안의 대부분과 함께 로마의 부상 전날 그리스 식민지 주민으로 채워진 마냐 그 레시아의 한 부분이었다. 다른 지역보다 더 많은 해안선과 다양한 고대 유적지가 있습니다.

Amateur Traveler 팟 캐스트의 에피소드에서 Apulia에 대해 더 배울 수 있습니다.

• 이탈리아 풀 리아 (풀 리아) 여행 – 에피소드 322

알베로 벨로

hoppingmiles.com의 Ashwini의 글을 참고하세요 :

이탈리아에서 자체 가이드 여행을 계획 할 때 여러 가지 이유로 여행 일정에 Alberobello를 추가했는지 확인했습니다.

Alberobello에 대한 나의 매력은 돌로 쌓인 원뿔형 지붕으로 덮인 하얀 씻은 집들이있는 도시에서 전체 노래가 찍힌 영화의 한 장면을 보았을 때 커졌습니다. 약간의 연구 결과, 나는 그 장소가 이탈리아 남부의 Alberobello라는 작은 마을이라는 것을 알았습니다.

이 집들은 알베로 벨로 (Alberobello)가있는 풀 리아 (Apulia) 지역에서 이용할 수있는 특별한 석회암으로 만들어졌습니다. 지붕은 원뿔 모양으로 서로 쌓인 작은 돌로 만들어집니다. 이 건축 패턴은 여름에는 시원하고 겨울에는 따뜻합니다. 이 집들을 'Trullo'(복수) 또는 Trulli (단수)라고합니다.

알베로 벨로 (Alberobello) 마을은 트룰로 (Trunlo) 너머로 성장하여 현대화되었지만 수백 개의 트룰로를 찾으려면 도심에서 구시가지를 찾아야합니다. 당신이 어디를 가든, 당신은 모든 차선마다, 매 턴마다 비슷한 외양의 집들을 맞이할 것입니다. 그것들을 더욱 특별하게 만드는 것은 Trullo를 장식하는 사랑스럽고 활기찬 꽃입니다. 몇 시간 동안 그 차선에서 방황하고 길을 잃을 수 있습니다.

또한 마을의 예배당을 방문하고 예배당 너머 구시 가지 입구의 카페에서 맛있는 수제 젤라또를 놓치지 마십시오.

바리

go-eat-do.com의 스튜어트는 다음과 같이 썼다.

바리시는 매력적이고 역사적인 중심지이며 하루나 이틀에 걸친 탐험을 보증합니다. 인근 바리 카롤 우티와 공항은 교황 요한 바오로 2 세가 된 사람의 이름을 따서 명명되었습니다. 이 곳은 국제 여행객의 주요 도착지이며 풀 리아 지역을 탐험하기위한 관문 역할을합니다. 이탈리아의 발 뒤꿈치.

현지 풍미를 맛 보려면 Bari 's Old Town의 Piazza Mercantile 공공 광장에 앉아 많은 카페 중 한 곳에서이 지역의 강력한 Primitivo 레드 와인을 주문하십시오. 와인을 마시면서 조각 된 사자가있는 석판을 볼 수 있습니다. 신선한 생선은 항구로 항해하는 보트에서 상륙하여 아드리아 해에 펼쳐졌습니다.

바리에서 잘 먹고 저렴하게 먹는 것은 문제가되지 않습니다. Panificio Fiore 두꺼운 포카 치아 빵에서 지역 올리브 오일을 얹은 요리는 여전히 따뜻하면서 제공됩니다. 간단하지만 맛있고 물기가 많은 음식을 맛볼 수있는 현지 팁입니다. 인기있는 빵집 내부에서 원래 8의 일부를 이루는 기둥을 볼 수 있습니다^일세기 교회.

1087 년에 터키의 마이 라에서 도시로 필멸의 유물을 바친 성자에게 바쳐진 성 니콜라스 성당 (이탈리아의 산 니콜로 성당) 안으로 들어가는 기회를 놓치지 마십시오. 성 니콜라스 (St Nicholas)의 전설에 대해, 금 선물은 크리스마스를주는 전통의 기초를 놓았습니다.

인력거 투어는 바리의 거리를 탐험하는 한 가지 방법입니다. 컴팩트 한 도시는 여행하기 쉽고 13 개의 주요 도시가 있습니다.^일인상적이지만 사진 벽이있는 세기 요새.

갈리폴리

alongdustyroads.com의 Andrew & Emily는 다음과 같이 썼다.

갈리폴리에서 영화와 소설 외에는 존재하지 않았다고 생각한 이탈리아의 꿈이 이탈리아로 처음 들어 왔다고 느꼈습니다. 섬을 기반으로 한 구시가 갈리폴리 (Gallipoli)는 매력적이고 좁은 골목길, 구석에 종교적 유물 및 공기를 채우는 현지 노래의 노래 부르기 소리 중 하나입니다.

Gallipoli는 도시에 작은 해변이 있으며, 자동차로 짧은 거리에있는 가장 좋은 곳 중 일부는 며칠 동안 자신을 기반으로 이탈리아 해안 꿈을 꾸는 데 완벽한 장소입니다.

옥상에서의 일몰은 꼭보아야 할 곳이지만, 먼저 카스텔로 안 지오 이노 디 갈리폴리 (Castello Angioino di Gallipoli)를 방문하여 항구 옆의 다채로운 보트에서 그물을 고정하는 어부를 바라보기 위해 구시 가지의 경계를 걷는 것이 좋습니다.

팁 : 풀 리아 지역을 보는 가장 좋은 방법은로드 트립이기 때문에 대부분의 여행자는 자신의 렌터카로 갈리폴리로 갈 것입니다. 구시 가지에 머무르는 것이 좋지만, 항구 옆에있는 대형 공공 주차장 중 하나에 차를 주차하십시오. 그렇지 않으면 작은 거리와 무거운 벌금에 직면하게됩니다.

기 노사

forpassionforhospitality.net의 Elena는 다음과 같이 썼습니다.

매력적인 마을 Ginosa는 ​​그 숨겨진 보석 중 하나입니다. Bari에서 차로 약 1 시간 거리에 위치한이 곳은 특별한 전통, 멋진 풍경 및 이탈리아 남부의 유명한 환대를 보존했습니다.

오후에는 계곡으로 걸어 가서 고대 동굴 주거지와 Rione di Rivolta의 유적을 둘러 볼 수 있습니다. 기 노사의 가장 인상적인 랜드 마크 중 하나 인 노르만 성과 마을 역사에서 중요한 역할을하는 16 세기 웅장한 교회 인 인상적인 키에 사 매트릭스를 감상하십시오.

작은 크기에도 불구하고 Ginosa와 훌륭한 요리에는 할 일이 많습니다. XIX 세기 베이커리 Forno Ottocento에서 할머니 Orsola와 함께 요리 교실을 방문하십시오. 이곳에서 전통적인 파스타 오케 치트 (작은 귀와 비슷한 모양에서 유래)의 예술을 습득 할 수 있습니다. 프리메 티보 (Primitivo)와 말바 시아 (Malvasia)와 같은 눈에 띄는 고유 품종으로 탁월한 일류 와인을 맛볼 수있는 도메니코 루소 (Domenico Russo) 와이너리에서 와인 시음을 즐겨보세요.

작은 빵집으로 번역되는 Ginosa의 전통적인 빵집 Panificio Piccolo를 방문하여 아침을 시작하십시오. 여기서 당신은 최고의 포카 시아와 다른 달콤한 이탈리아 즐거움으로 대우받을 것입니다. 장인의 옷을 좋아한다면 유명한 Sartoria G. Inglese를 놓치지 마십시오. 여기 Angelo Inglese가 만든 수제 셔츠를 구입할 수 있습니다. 잉글 레스는 윌리엄 왕자가 결혼식을 위해 입었던 셔츠와 도널드 트럼프가 입국 한 날에 입었던 셔츠를 만들었습니다. Ginosa는 ​​작은 마을이지만 많은 재능이 있습니다.

레체

lathelazytrotter.com의 Cristina는 다음과 같이 말합니다.

누군가 내가 어느 이탈리아 출신인지 물어볼 때마다 나는 항상 같은 대답을합니다.“부츠 바닥에서옵니다.” 레체의 위치를 ​​모르는 경우 이탈리아지도를보고 이오니아와 아드리아 해가 만나는 동남쪽을 가리 킵니다.

그것이 우리가 국경의 끝인 피 니스 테라에 (Finis terrae)라고 부르는 것입니다. 우리 나라의 국경은 여기서 끝나고 다른 모든 것들은 지중해와 발칸에서 온 영향과 전통이 혼합되어 있습니다.

이것이 바로 다음 이탈리아 여행에 레체를 추가해야하는 이유입니다. 남쪽의 독특한 맛을 경험하고 독특한 방법으로 역사와 현대를 녹일 수있는 도시의 아름다움을 즐기십시오.

건축을 좋아한다면, 두오모와 산타 크로체 성당의 아름다움 앞에서 말 그대로 사랑에 빠질 것입니다. 오래된 도시 전체는 바로크 양식의 궁전, 내부 정원, 교회 및 골목으로 이루어져있어 50 년대 이탈리아 영화의 주인공처럼 느껴질 것입니다.

레체에 도착하기 전에 단단한 식단을 유지하십시오. 적포도주와 지구상에서 가장 맛있는 음식이 여러분을 기다리고 있습니다.

팁 : 레체에있는 동안 해변에 갈 계획이라면 바람을 먼저 확인하십시오. 북쪽에서 날아 오면 이오니아 해안을 치고 남쪽에서 날아 오면 아드리아 해로 향하십시오. 확실치 않은 경우 현지인에게 문의하십시오. 우리가 가장 좋아하는 주제입니다!

로코 로톤도

Kathryn의 rynTravelWithKat.com의 글을 참고하세요 :

이탈리아 남부 풀 리아 (Apulia)의 아름다운 하얀 마을 인 로코 로톤도 (Rocorotondo)는 언덕 위에 자리 잡은 원형 구시 가지의 이름을 따서 명명되었습니다. 여기에는 약간의 바로크 양식의 아치 밑의 통로와 건축 세부 사항을 포함한 역사적인 건물이 늘어서있는 멋진 골목길이 있습니다. 그것은 공식적으로 이탈리아에서 가장 아름다운 마을 인 Borghi più belli d' Italia 중 하나입니다.

로마네스크 양식의 마돈나 델라 그 레카 (Madonna della Greca)와 세인트 조지 교회 (St George of Church)는 메인 광장을 지배하는 아름다운 신고전주의 양식의 19 세기 건물입니다. 이 도시의 수호 성인 중 한 명인 세인트 조지 (St George)는 마을을 내려다 보면서 말을 타고 앉아 있습니다.

구시 가지의 일부를 둘러싸고있는 오래된 보호벽의 선을 따르는 거리를 탐험하는 것도 가치가 있습니다. Valle d' Itria의 포도원과 올리브 과수원에서이 지역으로 유명한 트룰리 하우스의 특이한 원뿔 모양의 지붕으로 점선으로 된 멋진 전망을 볼 수 있습니다.

팁 : Locorotondo는 와인, 특히 가볍게 반짝이는 화이트로도 유명합니다. 페코 리노 치즈와 파슬리를 곁들인 칠면조 국물에 갓 만든 파스타 인 현지 특선 요리가있는 지역에있는 동안 꼭 드셔보십시오.

독점

ouroverseasadventures.com의 Kylie는 다음과 같이 썼다.

모노 폴리는 아드리아 해 옆에 위치하고 있으며 이탈리아 풀 리아 (Apulia) 지역의 특징이있는 고풍스러운 도시입니다. 구시 가지의 좁은 골목길과 자갈길을 거닐며 느긋하게 점심을 먹고 Cala Porta Vecchia의 청록색 푸른 물에 몸을 담그십시오.

꼭 봐야 할 것은 바로크 양식의 바로크 스타일 Monopoli Cathedral – 마돈나 델라 마디 아 성당으로, 종탑, 높이 장식 된 아름다운 제단 및 아름다운 그림이 있습니다. 토굴에 고고학 박물관도 있습니다. 도시 맞은 편에있는 산책로에는 16 세기 성 Carlo V가 있으며 도시의 주요 랜드 마크이며 마을과 바다의 멋진 전망을 제공합니다.

공용 해변 Cala Porta Vecchia는 매우 맑은 바닷물로 수영하기에 적합하며 깨끗합니다. 더운 날에는 수영을하고 마을을 돌아 보거나, 만과 성을 바라 보는 500 살짜리 벽에 앉아 있으면 좋습니다.

우리의 팁은 당신이 모노 폴리에있을 때 식사를 확인하는 것입니다. 이 도시는 소박한 가정식 요리로 유명하며 놀랍도록 저렴한 Apulia 최고의 레스토랑을 자랑합니다. 해산물 애호가라면 반드시 시도해야 할 것은 Cavatelli ai Frutti di Mare (해산물이 들어간 파스타) 또는 Patate e Cozze – (쌀, 감자 및 홍합)이며 도시의 전통적인 트라 토리아에서 발견됩니다. 우리의 선택은 성벽에 놓인 사랑스러운 가족 운영 레스토랑 인 La Vecchia Taverna입니다. 느긋하게 점심을 먹을 수 있습니다.

폴리 냐노 마레

lelongweekend.com의 TurNadine의 글을 참고하세요 :

Polignano a Mare는 문자 그대로 바다의 Polignano로 번역되며, 방문하면 왜 그런 이름을 받았는지 즉시 알 수 있습니다. Polignano a Mare는 아드리아 해안의 동굴 타기 절벽을 따라 이탈리아에서 가장 매력적인 도시 중 하나입니다. 그것은 당신이 몇 번이고 다시 돌아와야한다는 느낌을받는 곳입니다.

겨울에는 구시 가지의 희미한 거리를 돌아 다니며 만족할 것입니다. Polignano a Mare는 풀 리아에서 가장 오래된 도시 중 하나이며 나이가 아름답습니다. 작고 구불 구불 한 차선은 광활한 전망을 제공하고 셔터는 샹들리에와 부서진 페인트의 대조적 인 내부를 드러내 기 위해 열려 있습니다. 여름에는 마을 주변의 바리 (Bari) 방문객들과 함께 햇볕을 쬐는 숭배자들이 해변으로 몰려 들면서 유혹하는 청록색 물에 잠기 게됩니다.

마을 아래의 지구에 새겨 져있는 동굴은 꼭 봐야 할 곳이며, 해안을 따라 보트를 타는 것이 가장 좋습니다. 여러 회사가 더 따뜻한 달 내내 투어를 운영하며 숨겨진 수영장과 매혹적인 동굴로 안내합니다. 팁 – 바다 다리를 얻지 못했거나 Polignano a Mare에서 진정으로 독특한 경험을 원한다면 Grotta Palazzese로 가서 석회암 동굴에서 식사하면서 주변의 바다 소리와 광경을 즐기십시오.

트레 미티 제도

Alessandra from tips4italiantrips.com의 글을 참고하세요 :

Tremiti Islands는 이탈리아 남부의 매력적인 곳입니다. 그들은 풀 리아의 가르 가노 곶 앞에 서 있습니다. 이 장소는 구타를 벗어난 아름다운 곳이기 때문에 전 세계 관광객이 거기에 가야합니다. 그들은 카리브해에있는 섬들을 부러워 할 필요가없는 이탈리아의 paradisiacal 위치입니다. 그들은 백색과 연약한 모래, 바위 같은 바다 동굴, 밝고 수정 같은 물, 빗자루 또는 해상 소나무의 향기가 있습니다.

Tremiti Islands는 서로 매우 가까운 5 개의 바위섬입니다. 산 니콜라 섬과 산 도미노 섬에 두 개의 주요 마을이 있습니다.

이탈리아 해안선에서 당일 치기 여행을 타면 페리로만 섬에 도착할 수 있습니다. 도착하는 데 거의 1 시간이 걸립니다. 섬이 작기 때문에 차는 금지되어 있습니다.

Tremiti를 방문하기에 가장 좋은시기는 해변이 비어 있고 작은 항구가 조용 해지는 비수기 (봄 또는 가을)입니다.

일단 관광객은 다음을 할 수 있습니다.

• 산 니콜라 섬의 고대 요새를 방문하고 바다 앞에서 맛있는 식사를 즐기십시오.
• 성게를 찾으십시오 (뜨거운 빵과 버터 패드로 먹는 것).
• 동굴을 탐험하는 섬을 둘러보세요.
• 피에트 랄 치나 (Pietralcina)의 성 피오 (St.Pio) 동상을 감상하며 다이빙을 즐기거나 스노클링을 즐기십시오.

그리고 마지막으로, Tremiti는 이탈리아의 "Dolce Vita"를 편안하게 즐기고 맛볼 수있는 완벽한 장소입니다.

바실리카 타

풀리 아가 이탈리아 부츠의 발 뒤꿈치라면 바실리카 타를 발등으로 삼을 것입니다. 이 거친 숲과 언덕은 티레 니아 해와 이오니아 해에 접해 있습니다.

마 테라

ExploreWithErin.com의 Erin은 다음과 같이 말합니다.

이 놀라운 오래된 성서 영화가 어디에서 만들어 졌는지 궁금한 적이 있습니까? 멜 깁슨의 그리스도의 열정에 사용 된 고대 예루살렘 환경? 벤 허? 힌트를 드리겠습니다. 이스라엘이 아닙니다. 사실, 그것은 이탈리아 남부의 Basilicata의 수도 인 Matera의 수도입니다.

마테라는 세계에서 3 번째로 오래된 주민 거주지로 최소 9,000 년 동안 거주민이 거주하고 있습니다. 이곳은 11 세기에서 12 세기 사이에 155 개의 동굴 교회가 세워진 유네스코 세계 문화 유산입니다.

많은 집과 호텔처럼 마 테라 교회는 돌로 조각되어 중세로 거슬러 올라갑니다. 많은 사람들이 화려한 프레스코 화로 장식되어 있습니다. 복원은이 프레스코 화의 일부에서 일어나고 있지만, 매우 섬세해서 내 최고의 팁이 곧 도착할 것입니다. 그것들은 훨씬 더 길지 않을 수 있습니다.

Matera에있는 동안 Le Grotte della Civita에서 1 ~ 2 박을 보내십시오. 여기에는 방이 3 층의 동굴로 퍼져 있습니다. 그런 다음 13 세기 동굴에서 아침을 먹거나 일찍 일어나는 사람이라면이 놀라운 도시의 일출을 감상하십시오. 황금이야

Matera는 이탈리아를 여행 할 때 반드시 방문해야하지만 Matera는 장애인이 이용하기에 편리하거나 유모차에 친숙하지 않습니다. 도시 전체가 계단과 자갈길로 가득 차 있으므로 땀을 흘리고 편안한 신발을 신을 준비를하십시오.

캄파니아

캄파니아 (Campania) 지역은 이탈리아의 튼튼하고 아름다운 해안선을 따라 로마 남쪽에 위치하고 있습니다. 이곳에서 나폴리, 베수비오 산, 아말피 해안 도시를 찾을 수 있습니다.

이 '아마추어 여행자'에피소드에서 캄파니아에 대해 자세히 알아볼 수 있습니다.

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아게 롤라

travelogueconnect.com의 Aditi는 다음과 같이 썼다.

우리는 2017 년 6 월 Agerola를 방문했습니다. 나폴리에서 35km 떨어진 작은 그림 같은 마을입니다. 경치 좋은 풍경, 신선한 공기, 깨끗한 도로 및 지중해의 놀라운 전망으로 인해 미니 스위스로도 알려져 있습니다. 우리가 아말피 해안을 방문했을 때 Agerola는 이틀 동안 우리의 기지였습니다. 우리는 우리가 Agerola에 머무르기로 결정하고 모든 관광지에서이 숨겨진 보석을 발견하게되어 매우 기쁩니다.

Agerola는 한쪽에 맑은 해안선이 있고 다른쪽에 우뚝 솟은 절벽이있는 언덕에 위치하고 있습니다. 활기찬 화려한 꽃은 어디에나 있습니다. 저녁 동안 하늘이 바다와 만나는 하늘처럼 느껴졌습니다.

우리는 Agerola에서 최고의 저녁을 먹었습니다. Ristorante Leonardo 's와 Ristorante Pizzeria Da Gigino는 2 개의 레스토랑으로, 절대로 놓치지 마세요.

우리는 Agerola 로의 여행에서 정말 멋진 추억을 가지고 있습니다. 저녁 식사 후 늦게 손을 잡고, 별을보고, 깊고 푸른 바다를 바라보며 침묵하며, Holidays Costanza에서 친절한 호스트와 함께하며 가족이 운영하는 레스토랑에서 맛있는 식사를합니다. 아침 식사를 위해 군침이 도는 초콜릿 크로와상으로 깨어납니다.

모험 애호가를위한 Agerola의 주요 명소는“신들의 길”을 하이킹하는 것입니다.“신들의 길”은 멋진 산 전망과 멋진 경치를 제공합니다. 야외 활동을 좋아하는 사람에게는 필수품입니다.

산촌은 땅에서 제공하는 과일의 풍부함과 버터와 유쾌한 치즈 생산을 위해 우유를 생산하는 농장으로 유명합니다. 놓치지 말아야 할 치즈 중 하나는 피오르 딜 라떼 디 아게 롤라 (Fiordilatte di Agerola)입니다. 이것은“PProtected Designation of Origin”인증을받은 PDO 치즈입니다. Agerola에서만 이용할 수있는 젖소 전유의 방적 페이스트로 만든 신선한 치즈입니다.

아말피 해안

jet-settera.com의 Barbara는 다음과 같이 말합니다.

남부 이탈리아의 아말피 해안은 낭만적 인 주말 휴가 또는 아름다운 결혼식을위한 이상적인 목적지입니다. 이 아름다운 해안은 소피아 로렌과 같은 많은 이탈리아 유명인들의 거주지였습니다.

오늘날 유럽에서 가장 인기있는 결혼식 장소 중 하나입니다. 아름다운 경치와 정통 장소는 왜 해안이 그렇게 인기가 있는지 설명해줍니다. 아말피 해안은 방문객들에게 멋진 전망, 정통 남부 이탈리아 요리 및 낭만적 인 분위기를 제공합니다.

아말피 해안을 방문하는 가장 좋은 방법은 보트를 이용하는 것입니다. 그러나 버스 나 자동차를 타고 갈 수 있지만 도로가 구불 구불합니다. 포지 타노 (Positano)에서 아말피 (Amalfi), 라벨로 (Ravello)까지 순항하며 매력적인 해안 도시 3 곳을 모두 방문 할 수 있습니다. 포지 타 노는 이탈리아에서 가장 아름다운 해변 중 하나입니다. 아말피에는 방문 할 가치가있는 유명한 교회가 있습니다. Ravello는 여름 동안 클래식 음악 축제가 열리는 유명한 문화 센터입니다.

포지 타노 (Positano) 중심부의 Le Sirenuse는 유명한 굴 바와 전용 발코니가있는 미슐랭 스타 레스토랑입니다. 멋진 저녁 식사를위한 이상적인 장소입니다.

근처의 동굴 Grotto Dello Smeraldo를 방문하는 것도 좋습니다. 낮에는 다양한 색상으로 켜집니다.

카프리

Nicolela nicolelabarge.com의 글을 참고하세요 :

카프리는 나폴리 해안에서 약 1 시간 떨어진 목가적 인 섬입니다. 대부분의 사람들에게 카프리는 역사가 많고 본토의 번잡함에서 벗어난 작고 경치가 아름다운 섬이기 때문에 꿈의 목적지입니다.

대부분의 섬이 좁은 골목길로 구성되어 있기 때문에 카프리 주변에는 단 하나의 도로가 있습니다. 카프리 인 가파른 언덕 꼭대기로가는 케이블카도 있습니다. 당신이 정상에 도착하면 Piazzetta를 방문하여 섬의 전경을 조망할 수있는 콤팩트 한 마을 광장을 방문하여 커피와 사람들을 볼 수 있습니다.

육지로 카프리를 발견 한 후에는 나무로 된 노 젓는 배를 타고 바다에서 카프리를 발견하여 마법의 푸른 동굴에 들어가는 것이 좋습니다. 노 젓는 배는 폭이 2 미터에 불과하기 때문에 바다 동굴 안에 들어갈 수있는 유일한 선박입니다.

Blue Grotto는 바다 동굴입니다. 햇빛이 해수를 통해 비추면 동굴에 푸른 빛이 비칩니다. 동굴 내부가 열리고 빛이 물에서 반사되는 것을 볼 수 있습니다. 가장 좋은 시간은 정오와 오후 2시입니다.

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나폴리

hannathereandbackagaintravel.com의 글을 참고하세요 :

나폴리는 종종 화려한 이탈리아 목적지로 우회되지만 이탈리아에서 세 번째로 큰 도시를 방문하는 것이 좋습니다. 그것은 로마에서 해안 아래로 두 시간 이탈리아의 서쪽에 위치하고 있습니다. 나폴리는 역사에 깊이 뿌리를 둔 약간 굳은 실제 도시입니다. 박물관, 교회 및 성은 몇 주 동안 바쁘게 지낼 수 있습니다. 나폴리는 로마나 다른 인기있는 식당과 비교할 때 관광객 수가 적으며 방문하면 이탈리아 생활의 진정한 맛을 느낄 수 있습니다.

나폴리를 방문해야 할 또 하나의 이유가 필요한 경우… 놀라운 음식을 목록에 추가하십시오. 나폴리 요리는 해산물로 강조된 화려한 파스타 요리와 피자… 아, 피자입니다. 피자는 말 그대로 여기에서 발명되었으며 도시 전역에서 찾을 수 있습니다. 먹는 많은 현지인을 찾으십시오. 이것은 일반적으로 좋은 피자를 의미합니다. “Vera Pizza Napolitana”라는 표시가 훨씬 더 좋습니다.

나폴리에서 관광 시간을 잘 사용하는 것은 Vomero Hill을 방문하는 것입니다. 이 나폴리 인근에는 도시와만의 아름다운 전망이 있습니다. 쇼핑을 좋아한다면,이 지역의 의류와 신발뿐만 아니라 월요일을 제외하고 매일 문을 여는 구타 지역 음식 시장에서 큰 거래를 찾을 수 있습니다.

근처 폼페이로의 당일 여행을 언급하지 않고 나폴리에서 할 일에 대해 이야기 할 수는 없습니다. 폼페이는 턱을 떨어 뜨릴 것입니다. 그러나 헤르쿨라네움은 베수비오 산의 폭발로 파괴 된 인근 도시입니다. 이 작지만 잘 보존 된이 도시는 또한 혼잡하지 않습니다. 나폴리는 또한 카프리, 소렌토 및 아말피 해안을 포함한 여러 당일 치기 여행 또는 베수비오 산 자체 하이킹을위한 훌륭한 거점입니다.

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에밀리아로 마냐

Emilia-Romagna 지역은 이탈리아 북부 토스카나 (Florence)와 베네토 (Venice) 사이에 있습니다.

withhusbandintow.com의 앰버는 다음과 같이 썼다.

이탈리아 지역 에밀리아로 마냐 세계 최고의 음식과 이탈리아 식품의 본거지입니다. 이곳은 느린 음식, 빠른 차 및 놀라운 와인의 고향입니다. 음식 여행객을위한 3 대 도시로는 볼로냐, 모데나 및 파르마가 있습니다.

당신은의 지역에 대해 더 배울 수 있습니다 Travel 아마추어 여행자의이 에피소드에서 Emilia-Romagna :

• 토리노와 볼로냐로 여행 (또는 이탈리아를 경유하여 식사) – 208 회
• 이탈리아 북부의 교환 학생 생활 – 93 회

볼로냐

eternalarrival.com의 Allison은 다음과 같이 썼습니다.

에밀리아로 마냐 (Emilia-Romagna)의 볼로냐는 이탈리아를 3 번 ​​여행 한 후 전국에서 가장 좋아하는 도시 중 하나입니다. 관광객들이 현지인들과 자유롭게 어울리고 기념품 가게가 거의 보이지 않는 가장 정통한 느낌의 이탈리아 도시 중 하나입니다. 볼로냐에는 3 개의 닉네임이 있으며, 각 별명은 도시에 대한 귀중한 통찰력을 제공합니다. 그들은:

• 유럽에서 가장 오래된 대학 인 '교육받은'라도 타
• 맛있고 풍성한 요리로 유명한 La Grassa
• 특유의 붉은 색조의 건축으로 '빨간색'인 La Rossa.

각각은 볼로냐의 현대 생활에서 중요한 역할을합니다. 여전히 활기 넘치는 학생 도시입니다. 즉 볼로냐의 느낌이 훨씬 젊고 가격이 학생에게 더 친숙하다는 것을 의미합니다. 건축은 정말 아름답 기 때문에 대학은 반드시 방문해야합니다. 볼로냐에서 가장 좋은 전망을 제공하는 아시 넬리 타워와 포르 티치 도시를 고려할 수없는 아치 밑의 통로는 40 킬로미터가 넘습니다.

그러나 볼로냐에 대한 진정한 견해는 제 생각에는 볼로냐의 놀라운 요리. 볼로냐에는 mortadella (이탈리아에서 맛볼 수없는 뚱뚱한 햄 슬라이스)와 이탈리아에서 가장 잘 알려진 고기 인 프로 스타 우토 드 파르마 (Porsciutto de Parma)가 있습니다. 또한 토르 텔리 니 알 브로도 (tortellini al brodo) (간단하지만 절묘하게 맛있는 요리 인 토르 텔리 니)와 tagliatelle al과 같은 놀라운 요리가 있습니다. 라구 레알 스파게티 볼로냐!).

팁 : Gelteria Galliera 49의 젤라또를 놓치지 마십시오. 이탈리아 전역에서 가장 맛있었습니다.

모데나

isharethese.com의 Indrani Ghose는 다음과 같이 썼다.

이탈리아 중심부에 위치한 모데나는 이탈리아의 다른 곳만큼 인기가 없지만 돌의 아름다움을 거의 맛볼 수있는 곳입니다. 도시는 대성당, Torre Civica 및 Piazza Grande의 지위를 얻었습니다.

1099 년에 시작되어 13 세기에 완공 된 로마네스크 성당 인 인상적인 성당은 모데나의 하이라이트입니다. 외관과 인테리어 모두 아름다운 석재 조각이 있습니다. 파사드에서 웅장한 13 세기 장미 창문을 촬영하는 것을 놓치지 마십시오. 대리석 사자는 정문을 지원하고 정문 옆과 옆문 위에 있습니다. 모데나의 종탑 인 Torre della Ghirlandina는 비스듬히 기울어 져있는 것으로 여겨집니다. 내가 거기에 있었을 때 불행하게도 그것은 혁신을 위해 포함되었다. 대성당의이 흥미로운면을 볼 수 없었습니다. 있는지 확인하십시오.

모데나의 세 번째 인상적인 랜드 마크 타운 홀은 세 가지 기념물 중 가장 젊으 며 17 년에 지어졌습니다.^일 그리고 18^일 수세기.

이곳의 숨막히는 기념비적 광장 (Piazza Grande)은 도시가 수 세기 전의 웅장함에 대한 아이디어를 제공합니다. Ghirlandina (작은 화환), 중세 종탑은 볼 수있는 광경입니다. 모데나 시내 어느 곳에 나 서서이 높은 종탑을 바라 보면서 계속 걸어보세요. 그랜드 스퀘어로 안내합니다.

모데나에 도달하는 방법

20-30 분, 피렌체는 90 분 간격으로 밀라노에서 110-120 분 간격으로 모데나와 볼로냐를 연결하는 열차가 있습니다.

모데나 대성당 개장 시간

6.30 ~ 12.30 및 15.30 ~ 19 (미사 중에는 관광객이 방문하지 않으므로 확인하십시오.)

길란 디나 타워 영업 시간

4 월 ~ 9 월 – 토요일 및 일요일 9.30 ~ 12.30 및 15.00 ~ 19.00

10 월에서 3 월 – 화요일에서 금요일 오전 9시 30 분 – 오후 1시 및 오후 2시 30 분 – 오후 5시 30 분

티켓

티켓 비용은 2 유로입니다. Ghirlandina 및 시청 3 유로 누적 티켓

파르마

withhusbandintow.com의 앰버는 다음과 같이 썼다.

파르마에는 특별한 점이 있습니다. 큰 광장, 아름다운 성당 및 유명한 핑크 침례가있는 멋진 도시입니다. 또한 Parmigiano Reggiano 및 Prosciutto di Parma를 포함한 가장 상징적 인 식품이 있습니다.

그러나 동쪽의 이웃 모데나와 마찬가지로 가장 놀라운 음식 경험은 도심 바깥에 있습니다. 물론, 도시 중심부에는 놀라운 식당이 있습니다. 그러나 그들이 현지 제품을 만드는 방법을 배우려면 파르마를 탈출하고 탐험하는 것이 중요합니다. 가장 좋은 방법은 렌터카를 고용하고 근처의 Parmigiano Reggiano 낙농장 중 하나를 탐험하는 것입니다. 또는 Prosciutto di Parma의 고향 인 Langhirano로 가서 그들이 파르마 햄을 만드는 방법. 렌터카로 여행하는 것이 옵션이 아니더라도, 주세페 가리발디 광장 (Giuseppe Garibaldi)의 관광청은 랑 히라노 (Langhirano)로 향하는 반나절의 버스 여행을 통해이 상징적 인 이탈리아 제품에 대해 배울 수 있습니다. 또는 Borgo Giacomo Tommasini에 위치한 현지 장인 식품 전문점 인 Rural을 방문하십시오.

라벤나

veritru.co.uk의 진실성 :

이탈리아는 내가 가장 좋아하는 나라 중 하나이지만 내가 가장 좋아하는 도시 중 하나는 라벤나입니다. 아주 작은 도시입니다. 라벤나의 최고 기념비에는 버프가 용감하게 쓸만한 역사와 함께 가장 아름다운 모자이크와 예술 작품으로 가득합니다.

모자이크의 대부분은 도시 주변의 교회와 세례당에서 찾을 수 있습니다. 건물은 외부에서 가정하지 않지만 내부는 진정으로 숨을 쉴 것입니다. 메인 5는 여행자 정보 센터에서 픽업 할 수있는 € 9.50 (또는 학생 / 단체 등의 경우 € 8.50 할인)의 티켓에 포함되어 있습니다.

나는 종교적이지 않지만, 당신은 도울 수는 없지만 물러서서 입을 크게 벌리고 아름다움을 감상하십시오! 정말 매혹적이며 목이 아프더라도 가치가 있습니다. 제가 개인적으로 가장 좋아하는 곳은 모자이크뿐만 아니라 아름다운 바로크 양식의 돔이있는 바실리카 디 산 비탈 레 (Basilica di San Vitale)와 신약의 가장 오래된 모자이크 작품이있는 바실리카 디 산 테아 폴리 나르 누오보 (Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo)는 놀라운 기둥과 정사각형 패널 천장.

모자이크와 함께 라벤나는 기발한 유럽 도시에서 원하는 모든 것을 제공합니다. 기발한 구불 구불 한 거리, 아름다운 광장, 놀라운 건축물; 당신은 도시 매력과 사랑에 빠질 수는 없습니다.

리미니 / 산 마리노

thertwguys.com의 Halef의 글을 참고하세요 :

산 마리노는 세계에서 가장 작은 국가 중 하나이며 세계에서 가장 오래된 공화국이라고 주장합니다. 당연히 많은 방문객들이 산 마리노를 방문하고 싶어하며 관광은이 작은 나라의 주요 산업입니다.

산 마리노 국경은 이탈리아 내에 완전히 둘러싸여 있습니다. 그러나 훨씬 더 큰 이웃과 열린 국경 정책을 유지합니다. 도착하려면 산 마리노의 유일한 관문 인 이탈리아 도시 리미니 (Rimini)로 운전하거나 기차를 타야합니다.

A regular 40-minute bus ride takes you from Rimini’s main train station to the San Marino capital, with some stops in smaller towns within San Marino. The capital city bears the same name of the country. The majority of San Marino historic city center, along with Mount Titano, is under the protection of UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

After getting your optional passport stamp at the San Marino visitor’s center, don’t miss just getting lost by wandering around in historic San Marino. You can visit many of the country’s museums and climb along the scenic fortress of Guaita.

As you can imagine, staying in San Marino “proper” can be very expensive. If you are budget-aware, consider staying in the smaller towns of San Marino, like Serravalle and La Dogana. You can even stay in Rimini, Italy. A day trip to the capital can easily be done by bus.

Friuli Venezia Giulia

This region of Italy is adjacent to Austria and was for many years part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Its capital is Trieste.

Trieste

Kristin from TravelPast50.com writes:

Trieste, perched at the top of the Adriatic Sea at Italy’s border with Slovenia, and only 30 kilometers from Croatia, attracts history buffs, geography nerds, and fans of 20^일 Century literature. For over two millennia, Trieste has been volleyed back and forth between Roman, Austro-Hungarian, French, German, and Slavic interests. James Joyce lived here for a time; Sigmund Freud was here, and so was Mussolini. It’s no wonder that a walk through Trieste is marked by diverse architectural styles and eclectic cuisines.

Trieste slopes uphill from the massive port. Along with the railroads, the port has defined the city, an important crossroads not only for trade but for arts and literature. It’s café culture once outshone Venice.

Two attractions offer a closer look into Trieste’s layered history, and both are built atop Roman ruins. The castle of San Giusto includes an exhibit of Roman statuary, inscriptions, mosaic floors, and military armament. Views over the city are really good from here, despite the infamous insanity-inducing winds.

Nearby stands the Cattedrale di San Giusto, a 9-11th Century Romanesque church built on top of a 6th Century basilica. It is small but outstanding for its impressive purple mosaics. Pay the 50 cents to light up the chapels to see these works of art.

Great food and wine can be discovered in the old town, in the vicinity of the Arco Riccardo Roman ruins.

Lazio

Lazio may be the region of Italy that more people have been too, but have never heard of. This is the heart of Italy. and is the region where you will find Rome. But there is more to Lazio than just Rome.

You can hear more about the region of Lazio on these episodes of the Amateur Traveler podcast:

• Cruise to the Western Mediterranean (Spain, Gibraltar, France, Monaco, Italy) on Holland America’s Westerdam – Episode 574
• Travel to Lazio, Italy – Episode 427
• Travel to Rome with Andy Steves – Episode 288
• Travel to Rome, Italy – Episode 29

Civita di Bagnoregio

David from travelsewhere.net writes:

Alone on a small rocky hilltop in the province of Viterbo sits the village of Civita di Bagnoregio. Known as the “Dying City”, the (then) town suffered greatly after a devastating earthquake in the 17th century and its population has dwindled ever since. Today, it is said as few as 10 people now live there permanently.

The first glimpse of the precarious clifftop village from across the valley is truly a special sight. Atop bare, rocky cliffs, you see just a handful of stone buildings up there. As a small village, you can wander its ancient streets and bask in its beautifully preserved heritage. Certainly, the chance to uncover new viewpoints of the surrounding countryside is worth straying down its little alleys as well. The village’s isolation means there are very few obvious hints to modern life.

Access to the isolated Civita di Bagnoregio is only possible via the long and surprisingly steep bridge from the modern commune of Bagnoregio. The walk over gives you more time to appreciate its remoteness and the vast valleys that lay below. It’s truly the setting of the village alone among the landscape that makes it such a unique place.

Tip: You only really need a few hours to fully explore Civita di Bagnoregio, but there’s always the option of staying in one of its historic guesthouses or hotels, to feel totally transported to another time.

Ostia

Clemens from travellersarchive.com writes:

Although Rome itself offers a lot of beautiful ruins, a trip to Ostia, the ancient port city of the metropolis is well worth it. No wonder that the small city is a popular destination for tourist to Rome.

In addition to the excavations in Ostia Antica, it is the beautiful beaches that attract the tourists. But be aware, the beachfront is often overrun, especially in summertime, because Ostia is something like the recreation area of Rome.

You can reach the excavations (“Scavi”) via the stop “Ostia Antica” of the railway line Roma-Lido. The settlement, some kilometres inland, offers a completely different – and in many ways more accessible – impression of an ancient city than Rome. This is because the urban area was largely abandoned and thus preserved. Some of the buildings have been preserved up to the upper floors.

Tip: The excavation site is very large, I would advise you to take a hat and plenty of water and especially to put on comfortable shoes. Why not chill out at the beach afterwards before heading back to Rome? You surely won’t regret it.

Rome

Laurence from findingtheuniverse.com writes:

No visit to Italy would be complete without a trip to the capital city of Rome. The saying goes that all roads lead to Rome, and certainly during the height of the Roman Empire, this was absolutely true. Today, a visit to Rome is a journey through over two thousand years of history. Rome is like a huge archaeological cake, with buildings layered over buildings, and everything on offer from Roman highlights like the Coliseum and Castel Sant’Angelo, through to Renaissance masterpieces like the Sistine Chapel.

With so much to offer, it’s hard to pick just one highlight, but if I had to, it would be the Coliseum. Home to the ancient gladiators, and the place where ordinary Romans and emperors alike came to watch gruesome spectacles as entertainment,  a visit to the Coliseum will be an experience you never forget. Just make sure you come early, and ensure you take advantage of the online advance booking system so you can skip the ticket lines and head straight to the security lines. You definitely don’t want to spend your time in Rome standing in line. As a bonus, your ticket to the Coliseum also includes entry to the Roman Forum next door, which should also be on your Rome “to-do” list.

For more ideas of what to do in Rome, take a look at my guide to spending 3 days in Rome, which will give you plenty more sightseeing ideas.

Tivoli

Gary from everything-everywhere.com writes:

Just 30-45 by car from Rome is the town of Tivoli. Located in the hills above Rome, it has been a place where the rich and powerful of Rome could retreat for centuries. Here you will find two UNESCO World Heritage sites which are both villas of powerful Romans but separated by over a 1,000 years.

The Villa Adriana is the palace of Emperor Hadrian. Built from 118-138 AD, it was built because Hadrian didn’t enjoy living in his palace on the Palatine Hill of Rome. Several other emperors lived in the villa, including Marcus Aurelius and Septimius Severus. Today you can still see original statutes and much of the layout of the original buildings.

The other famous villa in Tivoli is the Villa d’Este. Constructed in 1550 by the Cardinal Ippolito II d’Este, it was an attempt to impress electors so he could become pope. It didn’t work. The villa was an impressive display of water engineering and fountains, which are still functioning today.

It is possible to easily visit both villas in a day trip from Rome. Many tour operators offer tour pages to visit Tivoli.

Viterbo

Angela from romeactually.com writes:

At some 80 km and one and a half hours train ride from Rome, Viterbo makes it for a fascinating day trip from the capital. Known as the City of Popes, the beautiful city centre whirls you back to medieval times, when Viterbo was a bustling hub of artisans, traders, artists and politics.

In the wake of the fall of the Roman Empire, the struggle for power among Roman noble clans made it unsafe at times for the head of the Christendom. This is why several popes spent some time in Viterbo, fortified city surrounded by the medieval walls that still now we need to pass to reach its central quarter. It’s here, in San Pellegrino neighbourhood, that you can better experience the culture and the history of this once crucial hub of central Italy.

Alongside the tangled maze of cobbled alleys, the Popes’ Palace, the historical handicraft workshops, and the beautiful views, what attracts tourists and locals, including Rome’s residents, are Viterbo’s wonderful thermal baths, the most famous of which was aptly named Terme dei Papi, The Popes’ Baths. If you don’t feel like booking a treatment but simply soaking in the hot spring pool, you can stay as much as you want for as little as 12€.

Liguria

This narrow region of Mediterranean coastline in northwest Italy is also known as the Italian Riviera. This is where you will find Genova (Genoa), Portofino, and the Cinque Terre. It’s beaches are small, its coastline is spectacular, its roads are winding.

Learn more about the region of Liguria on these episodes of Amateur Traveler:

• Travel to Italy – The Cinque Terre, Lake Como and Milan – Episode 102

Camogli

Catherine from HerBagsWerePacked.com writes:

When I was planning my month in Italy, I knew I wanted to go to Rome and Florence to hit up all the “must-sees,” but I also wanted to get away from the busy tourist zones and experience quiet Italian life. This is how I ended up in Camogli, a sleepy little fishing village about 55 miles north of the heavily trafficked Cinque Terre. Here I found a small beach resort town that catered to real Italians with empty hiking trails, breathtaking sunsets, a rich history, and fresh pastas with unique pestos and walnut sauces.

The region is considered the birthplace of traditional Italian focaccia. “Focaccia di recco col formaggio” is paper thin and oozing with cheese. Consider grabbing a slice or two from Panificio In Scio Canto by the harbor or from Revello on the beach. Revello’s version holds an “Indication of Geographic Protection” certifying it as the “real deal.”

After you’ve had your fill, head over to the harbor where you can take a ferry to Abbazia di San Fruttuoso. The Abbey, hidden within a cove at the foot of heavily wooded hills, can only be accessed by foot or boat and has a unique and complicated history involving time as a traditional Catholic Abbey and a pirate hideout. Once you arrive, you can relax on the beach, go for a hike, dive down to the Christ of the Abyss statue, or tour the grounds.

I recommend bringing some snacks along to the Abbey because there are only two food options — a counter service cafe and a sit down restaurant. After dining on the tastiest focaccia in all of Italy, neither will seem like anything special and both are a bit overpriced.

Cinque Terre

Michael from timetravelturtle.com writes:

The five small villages of Cinque Terre (Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso), nestled between hills on the Italian Riviera, create one of the most beautiful coastlines in the country. The natural beauty has always been here – dramatic cliffs falling down to wild waters, natural bays and harbours with calm beaches, lush green hillsides and jagged rocky outcrops. But it’s the communities along the way that make it so special.

The five villages that make up Cinque Terre (which translates as ‘five lands’) still have a colourful charming atmosphere to them because of their geographical isolation. Historically, they were cut off from each other and the region by land and most of the transport was done by boat. The hills around the villages also restricted the amount of development that could happen. And so, for centuries, they stayed relatively the same size with the same style of architecture.

When you visit today, you’ll want to spend some time in the villages to get a sense of what they feel like. All of them are now overrun by tourists but they still each have their own unique aspects. There are hotels, restaurants, and cafes in each village but they will get crowded at the height of summer.

The most popular activity in the Cinque Terre – which I highly recommend you do – is hiking. There’s a trail that connects each of the villages and you can spend most of the day going from one end to the other. There’s then a train to take you back to where you started. The same train also connects to the nearby cities of La Spezia and Levanto. As a tip, I would consider looking for accommodation at one of them during peak season if you’re having issues with availability and/or price.

I would add to what Michael said that because they are accessible by train they are a popular day trip for Italians on the weekend. During the summer, visit on a weekday if possible. The hikes at the southern end are the shorter and easier hikes. You can also stay in nearby La Spezia and travel to Riomaggiore by boat.

Genova (Genoa)

Elisa from worldinparis.com writes:

Genova, the capital of Liguria region, is a city located between the Mediterranean Sea and the Apennine Mountains. There are no midterms for Genova, “La Superba” (the proud one): you love it or hate it and many people will tell you they are in the second group. Genova, unlike other famous cities in Italy, is not the kind of place people love at first sight, you need to take your time. I was lucky to live two years in Genova, time enough to explore the city, know its people, discover its cuisine, and I learned to appreciate its beauty and character. Today I can say I left my heart in Genova.

During many centuries Genova was together with Venice, Pisa and Amalfi one of the four Maritime Powers in Italy and you can still see many beautiful remains of its glorious past. Genova’s historical center (a UNESCO Site) is the largest in Europe and it is populated by beautiful noble palaces, splendid churches and an intricate maze of medieval alleyways called “caruggi” which open unexpectedly onto beautiful small squares.

Piazza de Ferrari is the main square in Genova, dominated by Doge’s Palace, the Opera-Theater Carlo Felice, and other impressive baroque buildings.

Another interesting place to visit in Genova is its old harbor, a blend of historical buildings beautifully restored and new entertainment buildings designed by the famous architect Renzo Piano. The most outstanding of these new constructions is the Aquarium, the biggest aquarium in Europe.

Finally, don’t leave Genova without tasting its cuisine, with staples like focaccia and mains like troffie al pesto or pasta with walnuts sauce.

Add Genova to your Italy bucket list and discover its interesting history and beautiful architecture. Also, Genova makes a good base camp for exploring other places in Liguria, like Cinque Terre, Camogli or Rapallo.

Lombardy

Lombardy is the center of finance and fashion in Italy. If these people seem a bit more business-like than they do in southern Italy then you should know the region is named after a Germanic tribe the Lombards who invaded and ruled much of the Italian peninsula in the 700-900s. There is some debate about whether Lombardy culturally is northern Italy or southern Germany. The main city in Lombardy is Milan which is also one of Italy’s two major international airports.

Learn more about the region of Lombardy in these episodes of the Amateur Traveler:

• Travel to Northern Italy (Mantua, Verona, Padua) – Episode 552
• Travel to Milan, Italy – Episode 249
• Travel to Italy – The Cinque Terre, Lake Como and Milan – Episode 102

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If you’re headed to Italy, Milan is a must-see. While the country’s south is splashy and colorful, northern Milan is more sophisticated and subdued city, full of charm. The city is fashionable, super cool, and undeniably gray. Even the famous Duomo is a stark gray and white masterpiece. But if you do want a pop of color, look up. The city’s buildings are full of beautiful details in muted hues, but they’re both wonderful and delicate.

Once there, make sure to check out all the wonder hiding in the churches in Milan  From a lock of Lucrezia Borgia’s hair to a chapel made entirely of bones, the city is full of spectacular renaissance churches that have been displaying their secrets for centuries.

For art lovers, the church Santa Maria Delle Grazie is a must. The church is the home of one of the world’s most famous paintings, Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper. Da Vinci painted directly onto the wall of the monastery, and the work has miraculously survived horrendous conditions and the allied bombing of the city in World War II. Today the church has turned the room it’s in into a high-tech museum. Make sure to book tickets weeks in advance. They’re almost always sold out early.

Bellagio / Lake Como

Arzo from arzotravels.com writes:

Italy is probably the most beautiful country and there is definitely not shortage of beautiful places to go and visit. However, if you need nice places to add to your Italy itinerary then you should consider the region of Lake Como.

Lake Como is located in the northern part of Italy, just close to the Swiss border. While the town Como itself is nice to visit, Bellagio is the most beautiful part of that area.

Bellagio is a must-see place in Italy for several reasons – the town center is beautiful. The staircase has become quite famous and there is a reason why it is such a popular photo stop for many, but also the promenade is colorful with many flowers and colorful houses.

If you are in Bellagio make sure to drive up the mountains – the views from there are just breathtaking. You can find nice restaurants that have good food to reasonable prices that come with a great view.

You should know that the region of Lake Como is not very cheap – it might be the proximity to Switzerland, but this place is also as expensive as Switzerland, so if you plan a trip to the region make sure not to stay in Como directly but in areas like Bellagio or outside the main town, if you are on a budget.

Bergamo

Often forgotten in lieu of its more famous counterpart, the fashion capital Milan, Bergamo is a beautiful gem of the Lombardy region. Surrounded by mountains, the city is distinctly split into two parts. While the Città Alta (Upper City) is located high up and is filled with cobbled lanes, lower Bergamo is known as Città Bassa (Lower City) and is a financial hub for Lombardy and beyond.

Although many people just see the city’s airport (many budget airlines base their Northern Italian services at the Bergamo International Airport), it’s well worth venturing beyond the terminal to experience life in an authentic Italian town; quaint lanes, small museums, countless churches, and all.

While in Bergamo, you simply must take the funicular up to the Rocca di San Vigilio. Although it’s possible to walk the steep ascent to the very top of the city, the funicular is a fun way to see the city stretching out below you. Once at the top of the city, there’s an ancient castle to explore, a breathtaking view to admire, and many restaurants in which to enjoy local cuisine.

Borno

Nat from loveandroad.com writes:

Borno is an unspoiled town up in the mountains of Val Camonica, Lombardy region. Unknown by international travelers, Borno is a truly Italian experience completely different from big and touristy cities like Florence, Rome or Venice. The old town is quiet and charming with old buildings, cobblestone alleys, tiny cafes, family restaurants and osterias.

Borno is deeply connected with nature and most visitors go there for hiking, trekking and mountain biking during summer and for skiing in winter. You can explore Borno old town in a day, but the mountains, natural parks and lakes can keep you busy for a week.

Spring and Autumn are the best seasons for outdoor activities, and you can do them by yourself as most of the trails are well marked. Along the trails you will find many rifugios, local restaurants and resting places for travelers serving traditional food, homemade liqueurs with lovely people that will help you find your way back to the city.

From December to March the mountains are covered in snow and if you go for a day on the slopes you must have lunch at Ristorante Capanna Plai Rifugio-Museo. The food is gorgeous and the place looks like a museum of vintage skis and old radios.

Borno is an amazing place to eat and drink. Most of the restaurants cook family recipes prepared with fresh local ingredients. In Borno, the aperitivo, Italian version of happy hour with drinks and finger food starts at 2 pm, while in most of the other big cities it only kicks off at 6 pm. Not to mention the gelatos and the coffee, all them prepared and served with the Italian love for food and for life. There are so many things to do in Borno that you should add this cute town to your Italian itinerary and stay at least two or three days there.

Brescia

Christina and Adam from oursweetadventures.com write:

There are several reasons why Brescia, Italy should be on anyone’s Italian itinerary. Brescia is in the Lombardy region situated at the foot of the Alps. Beautiful mountains surround the city with several lakes just a short drive away. It is a precious city during the day and night with roman ruins, a gorgeous basilica, a peaceful piazza and a castle that sits on a hill that towers over the city.

Brescia is also home to Italy’s leading culinary school, Cast Alimenti, so it goes without saying that the food in Brescia is outstanding, including the best Italian pasticerria (pastry shop) with the country’s leading master pastry chef, Iginio Massari.

The one sight we recommend you must see during your trip, is the Castle of Brescia. When you imagine a medieval castle, the Castle of Brescia is what comes to our mind. It is one of the largest fortified structures in Italy with 75,000 square metres enclosed within its surrounding walls. Within the walls of the castle, visitors can find a tower, drawbridge, tunnels and two museums. The Luigi Marzoli Arms Museum boasts 15th and 16th century arms and armor, as well as, 17th and 18th century guns. The Museum of the Risorgimento has historical documents, pictures, period prints, and relics on display that date back from the end of the 18th century to the late 19th century. Visitors have so much to see and explore inside and around the castle grounds.

Like most cities in Italy, driving around and finding parking is never easy. We recommend you take a day trip from Venice or Milan to Brescia and arrive by train. The train station is a fifteen minute walk to the city’s center Piazza della Loggia. The city is small, therefore everything is within walking distance. A car is really not necessary.

Mantua

Nam from laughtraveleat.com writes:

Mantua is a small city in the Lombardy region of Italy not too far from the Veneto border. It was the cultural capital of Italy in 2016 and the European Capital of Gastronomy in 2017. Still relatively unknown, the city is home to three palaces and the old town is a declared UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by the Gonzaga Family, the three palaces are:

• Palazzo Te, the summer palace
• Palazzo Ducale, the grand palace
• Castle of St George, the military castle

If you are a fan of architecture, Italian history, and venturing a bit off the beaten path, then this is the city for you. It’s only an hour from Verona by train.

Here’s a nice literature tidbit: this is where Romeo was banished to in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. The recent movie starring Douglas Booth and Hailee Steinfeld even got permission to film in the Room of Giants in Palazzo Te. The room is a piece of art that depicts the Greek mythology scene of the Giant’s fall from Mount Olympus from floor to ceiling in a seamless canvas.

The city isn’t large, and it is completely doable to walk from one castle to the other or to walk to the train station. It is surrounded by three artificial lakes that also make for a lovely walk.

Tirano

Ryazan from everythingzany.com writes:

Just a few miles away from Lake Como, one of the famous lakes and beautiful places in the Northern region of Italy is the picturesque town of Tirano, also known as the main hub of Bernina Express. The rugged snow-capped mountain range of the Swiss Alps can be seen from Tirano, Italy sitting right at the border of Italy and Switzerland. Italian and German language is widely used in this area due to its demographics.

The Bernina Express route is part of the UNESCO World Heritage. It is one of the most beautiful train journeys in Europe and the slowest too. The train journey is around 4-hours long and will stop in 28 stations along the Swiss Alps. I recommend this as the best way to see the Swiss Alps region.

Bernina Express is a panoramic train with massive windows on both sides to enjoy the scenic views of the countless lakes and valleys, plus a magnificent view of Swiss glaciers along the route. The Bernina Express is managed by Rhaetian railway as a part of their regional transportation system. It is also popular route for the tourist and Ski enthusiasts.

You can take your Bernina Express rail journey from Tirano, Italy to Chur, Switzerland or in the other direction. Either way, you will definitely enjoy it and it’s a must-include in your next trip to Italy.

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Piedmont

The name for Piedmont comes from the two Latin words foot and mountain. This is the foothills of the Alps in northwestern Italy. Its major city is Turin which is the center for Italy’s automobile industry.

Learn more about the Piedmont region of Italy on this episode of Amateur Traveler:

• Travel to Turin and Bologna (or eating our way through Italy) – Episode 208

Turin

Karen from wanderlustingk.com writes:

If you’re interested in experiencing the rich historical and cultural side of Italy, you need to visit Turin. Turin is a beautiful city in Northern Italy that is a quick day trip from the Piedmont wine region, the mountains, and Milan. Although not as famous as Milan, Turin is a booming city with stunning architecture that has been well-maintained.

Lovers of history will need to visit the church that houses the famous Shroud of Turin although many visitors are disappointed to learn that the shroud can be only seen once every couple years.

Lovers of chocolate will also love visiting Turin as some of the most famous chocolate in the world (and Italy) originates here, so be sure to stop off for gianduja during your visit. Gianduja is a chocolate made with hazelnuts that resembled Nutella.

Beyond the incredible food and drinks, Turin has a fascinating romanticized recreation of a medieval village that is free to visit with a park that has one of the best views of the city. Be sure to bring a bottle of Barolo to enjoy by the river, perfect for a romantic picnic with a view of the stunning Mole Antonelliana (Turin’s most famous landmark).

Sardinia

Izzy from thenextsomewhere.com writes:

There are twenty regions that make up Italy, but many people would not be able to name the island of Sardinia, lying off the southwestern coast of Italy, as one of them. Although it’s been eclipsed in popularity by the better known Sicily, for anyone visiting Sardinia, you get the history, culture, and fantastic weather of Sicily, minus the humidity and crowds.

Asinara

Claudia from MyAdventuresAcrossTheWorld.com writes:

Among the most unique places to visit in Italy, is the island of Asinara off the northern-western coast of Sardinia. The island is a National Park and protected area since 1997. Asinara history is quite interesting. It was hardly ever inhabited. It was used in the late 19th century and early 20th century as a leper and health colony, and later on as a prison colony.

The high security prison hosted (in)famous mafia bosses such as Toto Riina and Bernardo Provenzano. Italian public prosecutors Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino lived in Cala D’Oliva, the only (tiny) village in the island, while they worked to prepare the trial against the mafia and before they were killed in Sicily (1992).

Once the local community living in northern Sardinia realized that with the arrival of mafia bosses and their families crime in the area increased, a protest started to close the prison. Finally, the island was turned into a National Park.

Nowadays, nobody lives in Asinara aside the rangers. The island can be visited on guided tours that depart daily from either Stintino or Porto Torres, or even independently. There’s a number of beautiful hiking and biking trails. Visitors can explore the magnificent nature, enjoy the beaches – among the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia – and even visit the former leper colony and prison.

There’s a hostel where you can stay overnight. It has basic dorms and meals are communal. Guests often go to have a drink in Cala D’Oliva after dinner and that’s when they realize that animals rules Asinara. It is not uncommon to see wild boars, foxes, and the many white donkeys (asino, in Italian: hence the name of the island) freely walking around the village.

For a top experience, make sure to stay overnight to enjoy the silence and the magnificent starry sky.

The closest airport to Asinara is Alghero, which is well connected to the rest of Italy and Europe via budget airlines.

Cagliari

Izzy from thenextsomewhere.com writes:

For around $50USD, Cagliari is a mere hour long flight from Rome.

Hire a local skipper to sail you around the Tyrrhenian Sea where you can snap a scenic shot of the city. Cagliari is a colorful array of boxy, pastel toned buildings capped with terracotta rooftops, shaded by clusters of palm trees.

It’s hard not to spot Il Castello, an elevated fortress marked by its high walls and weathered towers, that overlooks the medieval area of Cagliari. Sardinians like to enjoy the Italian pastime of fare una passeggiata, or taking a walk, on the ramparts of this ancient citadel. It is known simply as Su Casteddu, meaning “the castle”. Inside the citadel you’ll find the university, the cathedral, and swanky bars hidden inside caves.

Be advised that any cave resto/bar is a tourist trap and there are far better views and things to eat whilst in Cagliari. One said alternative is Caffè Libarium Nostrum located at 33 Via Santa Croce, offering both spectacular ambiance and vistas. And for foodies, specifically carnivores, don’t miss out on Su Porcheddu, roast suckling pig, which is perfectly complemented by Sardinian sangria.

Sicily

It is often said that when you visit Rome and you find it too chaotic then head north, but if you love the chaos go further south. If you love that then visit Sicily which has its own rich but sometimes tempestuous history.

G. Isabelle from dominicanabroad.com writes:

Most travelers who visit Italy often go to the more frequented locations such as Rome, Milan, and Florence. But what of the most southern part of Italy? What about the very special island of Sicily? Sicily maintains a rich and very relevant history to understand the complexities of Italian culture and the Italian diaspora in the United States.

To learn more about the Island of Sicily listen to these episodes of Amateur Traveler:

• Travel to the Aeolian Islands – Episode 493
• Travel to Sicily in Italy – Episode 197

Catania

G. Isabelle from dominicanabroad.com writes:

My favorite part of Sicily is the ancient port city of Catania. Situated on Sicily’s east coast, Catania is located at the foot of an active volcano, Mt. Etna. This makes Catania one of the best places in Europe for gorgeous and unique hiking trails, volcanic black sand beaches, and skiing / snowboarding on slopes by a volcano.

If nature or volcanos do not excite you, the city is bustling with rich culture and history. Cruise the old cobblestone dilapidated streets until reaching Catania’s central square, Piazza del Duomo. Or check out the weekday fish market, La Pescheria – a very local market experience.

One tip travelers should be aware of is that Sicilian Italian (often referred to as just Sicilian) is vastly different from the Italian spoken throughout mainland Italy. Some linguists argue whether Sicilian should be categorized as an Italian dialect or its own language. But these unique differences of Sicily from mainland Italy are part of what makes visiting Catania worth it.

Favignana

Amanda from marocmama.com wrote:

Favignana isn’t one of the “big” names on the map when it comes to travel in Sicily – at least not for anyone who isn’t Italian. For many years it has been a place that Italians know and visit. Favignana is a part of the Egadi Islands, a group just off the west coast of Sicily near Trapani. The island is small; you can easily use a bike to get around. You’ll also discover that while it certainly has links to Italian cuisine, there is a very big influence of other food cultures here, especially North African due to its close distance.

If you want to explore a part of Italy that has a distinct and unique culture, Favignana is the place to go. Expect to find a small local community who are very proud of their island. Rent a bike to explore, making sure to stop at some of the gardens that have been built into rock quarries to protect them from the wind that blows across the island. Some have even been turned into hotels and restaurants. Do keep in mind however English is not widely spoken so it’s best to know a little bit of Italian or bring a long a phrasebook.

Taormina

Inma from aworldtotravel.com writes:

When holidaying in Sicily, an absolute must-see is Taormina.

This picturesque place is set high above the sea and has been a favorite amongst tourists for dozens of years. You can find here enthralling restored buildings from the Middle Ages and superb views across the twisting streets filled with bars and restaurants. It really is something to observe and is the perfect place for those looking for an authentic Italian vibe.

While you are here, check out the Teatro Greco (aka Greek Theatre), an impressive construction thought to have been built back in the 3rd century. Take in the views of the sometimes smoking Mount Etna and the gorgeous Bay of Naxos. If you are a sunset fan, head there in the afternoon as it is also one of the best spots to enjoy the sundown.

Trapani

Manouk from bunchofbackpackers.com writes:

Trapani is a small crescent-shaped city in Sicily sandwiched between the Mediterranean Sea and the Tyrrhenian Sea. Compared to more well-known cities such as Palermo and Etna, Trapani has relatively few visitors and it has been able to maintain its traditional charm. Walk through the small alleys in the historic city center with beautiful Art Nouveau and baroque architecture. Relax on one the beautiful beaches. Enjoy typical Sicilian cuisine.

At night, there are no big loud discotheques, but instead people gather at the bars surrounding the town square to have a drink and enjoy the warm summer evenings. From Trapani, you could take a boat to the stunning and nearby Egadian islands Levanzo, Marettimo and Favignana. The best way to get around Favignana is by bike. You can visit the picture perfect beaches and enjoy the view over the turquoise water as you cycle around.

Tip: Don’t miss Erice. Erice is a gorgeous walled medieval town, which is only 10-minutes by cable car from Trapani’s town center. It is the perfect place to get lost in small alleyways, to enjoy a great view on Trapani’s port, and to have a delicious lunch.

South Tyrol (Alto Adige)

Mike from 197travelstamps.com writes:

Italy is not all about pizza and pasta. Way up north in this incredible country lies the beautiful mountain region of South Tyrol. Here, the majority of the population speaks German as their native language and the area offers a unique mix of Austrian and Italian cultures.

To learn more about the region of South Tyrol listen to this episode of Amateur Traveler:

• Travel to South Tyrol, Italy – Episode 425

Bolzano

Corinne from reflectionsenroute.com writes:

Bolzano, the gateway to the Dolomites, is where Italian fashion and coffee culture meet Alpine hospitality and charm. A walkable city, Bolzano has a laid back vibe that entices you to sit and sip that smooth cup of Italian coffee or enjoy a glass of excellent local wine as you watch the world go by.

Spend the day visiting some unique museums like the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology and meet Oetzi the Iceman or wander among the many archways and vaulted shops along the Laubengasse and gawk at the latest Italian designs.

Later in the evening, dine al fresco under the twinkling starlit sky on Walther Square. However, one tip is that after 7:00 PM on a Sunday evening, many of the restaurants close down so plan on eating pizza that night. They have some great pizza restaurants such as Da Zia Alfonso. Get the one with the local salami…delicious.

Get out of town, and go for a ride along a scenic Alpine drive at the base of the most incredible mountain spires and columns. The Dolomites are arguably the most photogenic mountain range on the planet, so park the car and go hiking.

If you don’t have your own car, don’t fret. Just take the Renon cable car up into the highlands overlooking the city. Gondolas leave from the edge of the old town every four minutes, whisking passengers up and out of the city and into the mountains. After singing your heart out on Alpine meadows, hop on the historic narrow gauge railway and complete your round trip journey back into town.

Or spend the day exploring the family owned vineyards, tasting local wines like the bold Lagrein or the fruity Vernatsch. Both of these incredible reds are worth a second sip. Whether your passion lies with culinary adventure or outdoor adventure, Bolzano will be sure to please!

Nova Levante

Mike from 197travelstamps.com writes:

Nova Levante, a charming mountain village, nestled between the impressive mountain peaks of the Dolomites, makes the hustle and bustle of the big Italian cities seem worlds away. If you are looking for plenty of outdoor activities, incredible views and relaxation, this is the right place for you.

Before climbing up the mountains, make sure to stop by Lake Carezza, an incredibly beautiful emerald green mountain lake. The lake is located just a short drive outside of the town center and can also be reached via public transport. Since the lake feeds from the water of melted snow from the mountain peaks, the best time to visit is between May and June when the water level in the lake is high.

The mix of Austrian and Italian culture can also be experienced through food in South Tyrol. Make sure to try Polenta with beef goulash, the perfect mix of Italian and Austrian cuisine.

Nearly all of the population in the mountain villages of South Tyrol are German native speakers. So if you decide to travel to this region, try to learn a few basic words of German or carry a phrasebook. You won’t have any problems communicating with locals in English but some German words show that you have appreciate their differences and uniqueness from the rest of Italy.

Stelvio Pass

Jorge from couplertw.com writes:

The Stelvio Pass (Passo dello Stelvio in Italian) is a mountain pass in South Tyrol, Italy, very close to the border with Switzerland. The road itself is a marvel of engineering skill. It was built in 1820 and is famous for its hairpin turns and high altitude. It goes up to 2757 meters (9045 feet), making it the highest pass in the region and one of the highest paved roads in Europe.

The Stelvio Pass is extremely popular among cycling fans as it is one of the most iconic climbs of the Giro de Italia. However, it draws an even bigger appeal to car lovers because of its exhilarating serpentine sections asking to be driven and enjoyed. Top Gear even considered the Stelvio the world’s greatest road. I don’t know if it is actually the greatest but it is easily the best I’ve ever driven.

All in all, this is probably the most magnificent road in Europe and it’s surely one of the most scenic drives in the world. If you are planning a trip to Italy you need to include it in your plans. You will be able to have some fun climbing it and enjoying the astonishing alpine views. However, please note that due to the altitude snow is possible even in summer. Make sure you check ahead for the weather forecast.

Tuscany

This region in central Italy is a major tourist destination. Whether it is because people are inspired by reading Under the Tuscan Sun or simply because this seems to be ground zero for the Renaissance, the wall hill towns of this region have been a favorite with tourists as long as there have been tourists in Italy.

Learn more about the region of Tuscany on these episodes of Amateur Traveler:

• Cruise to the Western Mediterranean (Spain, Gibraltar, France, Monaco, Italy) on Holland America’s Westerdam – Episode 574
• Travel to Tuscany, The Hill Towns of Southern Tuscany – Episode 350
• Day Trips from Florence, Italy – Episode 242
• Cycling in Tuscany, Italy – Episode 70
• Travel to Siena, Italy – Episode 30

Arezzo

Kate from ourescapeclause.com writes:

The small city of Arezzo in Tuscany is stuffed full of art, history, and gorgeous architecture. In other words, it is the classic Tuscan city.

Removed from the hustle and bustle of spots like Florence and Pisa, one of Arezzo’s biggest selling points is its relaxed vibe: this is the perfect place for a long, leisurely Italian dinner with a few glasses of Chianti Classico and an evening walk around the town square.

While you’re in town, don’t miss climbing the clock tower at the Palace of the Lay Fraternity for incredible views over Arezzo’s main square, a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis for some fresco masterpieces dating back to the Renaissance, or the chance to see remains of a Roman amphitheater that is right in town.

Set only an hour outside of Florence by train, we recommend adding Arezzo to any Tuscan itinerary. You definitely won’t need to rent a car to visit Arezzo. It’s much easier to simply take the train there and back, and the town itself is very walkable.

If you’re visiting for a day trip, be sure to check the train times in advance and get to Arezzo as early as you can.

However, we definitely recommend spending one night in Arezzo if you have the time. You won’t be disappointed by the charms it has to offer.

Fiesole

Sandy & Vyjay from imvoyager.com write:

Fiesole, a small town that overlooks Florence from an elevation of over 1,000 feet has a history dating back to 238 BC. It is a charming place with a heady mix of historical sites and enchanting nature walks. The view of the city of Florence stretched out below is stunning. This town which was once the bastion of the elite aristocracy is even today an elite region. When in Fiesole do visit the Archaeological Site of Fiesole which has ruins dating back to the 3rd Century BC. The ruins include a Roman theatre, Roman Baths, Etruscan Walls and an Etruscan temple.

On the way to Fiesole or on the way back, stop at Piazzale Michelangelo which is a square built on a flat tableland. One can catch spectacular views of Florence from here including the magnificent Duomo. The Piazzale Michelangelo is of course dedicated to Michael Angelo, and a replica of his most famous sculpture, ‘David’, occupies the pride of place in the square.

Florence

Claire from talesofabackpacker.com writes:

I adored Florence. It was my favorite city I visited in Italy; incredibly beautiful, smaller, and less-in-your-face than Rome, Florence definitely deserves a place on any Italy itinerary.

The must-see site in Florence has to be Michelangelo’s statue of David. The white marble statue is taller and more detailed than I would have thought possible, and it is truly incredible to think that Michelangelo began carving his masterpiece when he was just 26 years old. The Uffizi Gallery is also worth a visit, with paintings by Italian masters Botticelli and Piero della Francesca, among others. Be sure to book tickets online in advance though, or be prepared to wait in line to get in. These are the most popular attractions in Florence, and the queues can be long.

Away from the museums, even just wandering the streets you can’t help but be impressed. The city’s architecture creates an enviable skyline. Il Duomo di Firenze towers above the cobbled streets. Climb the Duomo bell tower for incredible views or head up to the Piazzale Michelangelo across the river for panoramic views of the city. In the evening, go back to the river to see the golden lights of the Ponte Vecchio bridge reflected in the water, and buy souvenirs from the shops built on the bridge.

The food in Florence is amazing too, and the market has a heady mix of smells to get your stomach rumbling. Cheese and truffle oil on freshly baked bread, focaccia sandwiches stuffed with cured meats, bags of dried porcini mushrooms and herb mixes for risottos are just some of the delights you can buy to gorge on or stash in your suitcase. There is no doubt that you will fall in love with Florence like I did.

Lucca

Faye from delveintoeurope.com writes:

Lucca deserves to be on any Tuscany itinerary because it is one of the most beautiful and quirky cities in Tuscany, and compared to neighbouring Pisa feels well off the beaten path.

It’s a city without any real ‘headline’ sights, but as a whole, I find it very hard to think of any as appealing. I’ve visited three times over twenty years, and have found it has grown on me more and more over the years.

The one must-see sight I’d recommend is the unusual Piazza Anfiteatro, an oval-shaped ‘square’ surrounded by yellow houses and cafes. It has such an unusual shape because it was built on the site of the ancient Roman amphitheatre.

Most of Lucca dates from medieval times. The Duomo and the church of San Michele in Foro have similar 12th century Romanesque facades to the Duomo in nearby Pisa, and each alone is worth the visit.

You can also walk or cycle around the city walls of Lucca. The circuit is around 2.5 miles (4km long), and there are some great spots if you pick up a panino (sandwich) from an alimentari (deli). The best views are around the Duomo, on the south side of the walls.

Lucca was the hometown of composer Giacomo Puccini, and the house where he was born, on Corte San Lorenzo, a few steps from San Michele in Foro, is a must for opera lovers.

The one Lucca tip I would offer is to climb both of the towers that offer high viewpoints over the city and surrounding mountains – they both give great views. The Torre Guinigi has an oak tree sprouting out of the top of it, offering welcome shade in the warmer weather. The Torre delle Ore is a great place from which you can see the city towards the end of the day, but that bell is extremely loud, so pack some earplugs for that one.

Montalcino

Elizabeth from temporaryprovisions.com writes:

Come to Montalcino, Italy for the wine, stay for the community! Montalcino is a very small, very rural traditional town in Tuscany. It’s exactly what you think of when you picture Tuscany’s hillside medieval towns surrounded by vineyards below, and it’s within day trip distance from Siena or Florence.

But one thing makes Montalcino stand out from the rest of the region. It’s home to Brunello, which is widely accepted as one of the two best wines in the entire world.

Many tourists head to Chianti, but you can get a great Chianti just about anywhere. Visiting Montalcino is a much more unique experience, and it allows you to try Brunello wines that you’d never be able to find back home. A tour of the surrounding vineyards and wineries is a must. I did mine with Select Tasting because it’s one of the few tours led by an actual sommelier.

After that, you have to head into town for aperitivo. There are three charming wine bars with great aperitivo: Alle Logge di Piazza (the best wine list and atmosphere), Bar Belvedere (the best views), and Caffe Fiaschetteria Italiana 1888 (the most historic). I recommend hopping around to all of them! Skip the Aperol spritz. When in wine country, drink wine. The staff at all three places will be able to help you choose from their excellent wine lists.

If you visit in June or July, you may also get to catch some of the town’s medieval fairs and games, which are part of a greater tradition that takes place all over Tuscany.

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Pienza

Katy from untoldmorsels.com writes:

Every Italian itinerary should include a hilltop town in Tuscany and Pienza is surely the most beautiful.

Sitting high on a hill in overlooking the Val D’Orcia, Pienza was designed as the ideal Renaissance city by an ambitious pope. Today Pienza is UNESCO world heritage listed and is an idyllic town of cobbled streets and piazzas, an impressive Duomo and several grand palazzos.

The town’s strategic position overlooking the valley and out towards other towns like Montalcino and Montepulciano means the views from almost every point along the city walls are spectacular.

Most of the buildings in the town have shuttered windows that look down on colourful flower pots lining the streets, many of which have love lorn names like Via del Bacio (Kiss Street).

Pienza is one of those places where the best activity is to wander and soak up the atmosphere but you must also visit Palazzo Piccolomini. This impressive villa was the home of two popes and here you discover more about the town’s history and can enjoy the impressive garden from where you get some of the best views of the surrounding countryside.

Pienza is famous for its pecorino sheep’s milk cheese and many people go there just to taste it. If you visit Tuscany in the fall you can take part in the town’s annual harvest festivals. The most famous of these is the cheese rolling event in late September.

You can easily drive from Siena to Pienza in an hour or it is just under two hours from Florence. Many visitors join a tour that also stops at other famous towns in the region on a day trip. But if I suggest staying at least one night to enjoy the sun setting from Pienza’s city walls.

Porto Ercole on Monte Argentario

Dave from jonesaroundtheworld.com writes:

Before I visited my cousin and her family who live in Porto Ercole, I had never heard of this destination in Italy. I planned on staying for only a few nights, but I ended up extending my stay with them for nearly three weeks.

Porto Ercole is one of the major towns on Monte Argentario, a comune and peninsula in the Grosseto region of Tuscany. It feels like a small island, because there’s only one main road connecting it to the mainland.

There are so many amazing things to do, beaches to explore (or camp on), and places to eat. It’s a vacation hotspot over the summer for Romans, but it’s starting to gain a lot more attention from international travelers.

Porto Ercole is the main jumping off point to Isola di Giglio, which is one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen in Italy.

If you’re planning a trip to Tuscany, I’d strongly recommend renting a car and driving over to Porto Ercole. I guarantee you won’t regret it. If there’s one thing you must-do on the island, it’s drive around the entire island. The coastal views really are spectacular.

San Gimignano

Divyakshi from quirkywanderer.com writes:

San Gimignano is a small village in Tuscany that is an idyllic place that will make you want to rent a villa and stay there for a long, long time. The lush green vineyards spread over the picturesque countryside landscapes are a photographer’s delight. As you enter this medieval hill town, you are welcomed with flowers mushrooming out of nowhere on both sides of the cobbled streets and quaint houses with windows adorned with flowerbeds. Cars aren’t allowed in the town center.

The town is known for its many stone towers built around the Piazza akin to castles. The height and beauty of a tower was an indication of their owner’s wealth. So the rich would compete through their construction.  The walk on the streets reminds you of being in a medieval village straight out of a fairy tale.

Things to see / do:

• Walk around the Main square of the city, the Piazza Della Cisterna. The area is full of lovely shops selling ceramics and handmade soaps.
• Visit the Museum San Gimignano 1300 which showcases a brilliant ceramic representation of how the town looked in the medieval ages.
• Taste gelato at the famous Gelateria Dondoli which serves innovative gelato flavours.
• Indulge in a wine tour with the Vernaccia Wine Museum and sample the local biscotti.

Tip for vegetarians: Being a vegetarian, I gorged on sumptuous salads at Ristorante Pizzeria under the Tuscan sun with a view of the vineyards.

Siena

Kaylie from happinesstravelshere.com writes:

Driving through the narrow cobbled streets of Siena’s old town the buildings seemed to be getting closer and closer together, was the trusted GPS sending us on a Mr Bean like escapade? It wasn’t long before we had to fold in the wing mirrors and hold our breath to pop out onto a small square where we could open the doors and ask for directions.

Siena is a city in Tuscany, the hilltop historic centre a UNESCO heritage site (and best avoided in a car). Narrow streets, some with stairs, criss-cross over the brow of the hill. The city’s Medieval origins are evident.
On the Piazza del Campo the round shell shaped, sloping plaza a horse race is run twice a year. During the Palio di Siena, 10 horses are raced around the outer edge of the Piazza del Campo, a tradition that extends back more than 400 years.

Spend time wandering the streets and enjoying the architecture, be sure to pass by the Duomo di Siena, the Cathedral is decorated with pink, grey and white marble laid in patterns, intricate carvings and gold frescoes. The inside of the church is even more ornate.

Shop for leather and decorative masks and then stop for a pastry and an iced espresso served in a chilled martini glass.

If you are lucky enough to be in the area for a few days add the Chianti Sculpture Park to your itinerary. Set in a wooded area 10km from Siena. A permanent exhibition of contemporary sculptures can be viewed by following the marked trail through the woods. The combination of the geometric artworks against the natural backdrop and dappled light of the forest made this one of our favorite attractions.

Volterra

Daniela from ipanematravels.com writes:

When visiting Tuscany most people see only the highlights in Florence or Siena, and places like Volterra remain in the shadow. Why should you include this little hilltop town on your Italian itinerary? Besides being absolutely adorable, standing there on the hill, surrounded by the old city walls, it will tell you the story of a less known civilization. Long before the Roman empire flourished, there was the Etruscan civilization and Volterra was one of the 12 towns that constituted what we call the Etruscan League.

What we know today of the Etruscans is quite limited, which makes it fascinating, throwing the veil of mystery upon the area and the people who lived there in 800 – 200 BC. Therefore, indisputably the highlight of Volterra is the Guarnacci Museum. Besides being one of the oldest public museums in Europe (founded in 1761), it has the largest collection of items from the Etruscan civilization: cinerary urns, votive figures, coins and other everyday objects found at the archaeological sites near Volterra. The masterpiece in this collection is the Shadow of the Evening – a bronze statuette representing an elongated human figure as if it’s a shadow of a body thrown on the ground at sunset. This statuette has inspired one of the greatest sculptors of the 20th c. Giacometti to create his masterpieces.

When visiting Volterra, you should know that it’s a car-free town. There are a few parking places outside of the city walls, which are well indicated and easy to find. The best way to reach Volterra is by car. There are also buses from Florence, Siena and Pisa, but it’s a bit of a hassle.

Umbria

Andrew & Brenda from DishOurTown.com write:

Umbria is a landlocked region, but you won’t miss the sea once you venture into what is affectionately named, “The Green Heart of Italy”. Here, you will find the most beautiful hill towns, ranging from quaint to spectacular. There are the notables, such as Perugia, Orvieto, and Assisi.

Learn more about the region of Umbria on this episode of Amateur Traveler:

• Travel to Umbria, Italy – Episode 321

Assisi

Andrzej from wanderluststorytellers.com writes:

When you are compiling a list of places to visit in Italy, Assisi must make its way to the top 10 for sure. This magnificent town was founded by St. Francis of Assisi during the 12^일 century’s religious revolution. These days it is a mecca for tourists and an amazing place to stay whilst road tripping around Italy.

Assisi is a crowned jewel and one of the most famous towns in all of Umbria. Like many Italian medieval towns, Assisi is perched on a hill and it is surrounded by 360-degree views.

The number one thing to do in Assisi is the famous architectural marvel of the Basilica of San Francesco d’Assisi and the amazing St Francis Cathedral. This extraordinary building is filled to the brim with exciting history, stories and myths. Take a walking tour of the town to get more information.

Assisi is a relatively small fortress town with narrow cobblestone alleys lined with well-preserved beautiful stone buildings. It is decorated with potted plants and flowers everywhere. It is a magic place, a fairy-tale type of town. There are plenty of boutique hotels to stay in, and sensational upper-class restaurants. There are spectacular lookout points to check out as well. We loved exploring Assisi and I know that you will love it too.

Orvieto

Kristy from TassieDevilAbroad.com writes:

If you’re travelling between Florence and Rome, there is a town called Orvieto that is definitely worth a visit for at least a few hours. Situated on top of a volcanic tufa 300 feet above the Paglia valley, Orvieto offers stunning views over the Umbrian countryside as well as charming cobbled streets in which to wander and explore the history of this unique location.

Last conquered by Julius Caesar in 3 BC, the height and fortress built here meant this was once a very easy to defend Bastion which is now full of interesting history. You will need to ride a cable car and then a small tourist bus up the hill but once on top there is a beautiful Duomo, lots of lovely cafes and shops, and the ruins of the Albornoz Fortress.

Must-see sights include the small but beautiful Duomo and the views from the fortress ruins. You should add Orvieto to your itinerary if you are looking for stunning views and perhaps a taste of the region’s famous truffles or a wild boar burger. Pro tip: as well as the fortress there is also a secret underground labyrinth of tunnels that you can visit on a tour if you are interested in Etruscan and/or Roman history.

Perugia

Natasha from theworldpursuit.com writes:

Perugia is the capital of Umbria and a manageable hilltop university city. Located just 160 kilometers from Rome and 150 from Florence, Perugia is centrally located and well connected by rail and bus.

The historic city is loaded with plenty of beautiful sites and buildings which makes for the perfect tourist stop in Italy. The city center is a maze of steps, cobbled alleys, and arched stairways. At its heart, you’ll find a number of large piazzas and mansions. One of the coolest sites is the Marzia Gate, an Etruscan gate that was built in the third century BC. This landmark site could easily be one of the oldest pieces you’ll ever see.

Besides old ruins and beautiful streets, there are also a number of fantastic festivals in Perugia. Most notably the Umbria Jazz Festival and the Eurochocolate festival. (Perugia is home to Perugina and Baci chocolates.)

It’s great to know that Perugia is indeed a city on hilltops, and car access will prove difficult. The city can be accessed by steps or elevators to the top. There is plenty of parking for tourists at Piazza Partigian.

Todi

Brenda from dishourtown.com writes:

If there were a diamond in the rough in Umbria, it would be the Town of Todi, a town worthy of adding to your Italy itinerary.

Todi, is a medieval town, with a labyrinth of narrow cobblestone streets that lead to a quintessential square, the Piazza del Popolo. On this main plaza sits the Duomo di Todi, the town’s Cathedral that dates as far back as the first millennium. This is a site that needs a bit of your time to appreciate. Todi is small but has all the best of the region to offer. It has a range of restaurants and specialty shops, along with some upscale accommodations.

People from all over the region make day visits or come to dine at night. The piazza is lively, where every night it seems that the whole town congregates, if not to eat and drink, at least for a stroll. This town’s economy is certainly not suffering. Our insider recommendation is an amazing porchetta sandwich joint toward the edge of the square, named Il Grottino, where for less than $5 you can have, what we consider the best sandwich in the world. Best part, you get to pour yourself a gratuitous cup of wine from a small keg to have with your sandwich.

Before you go, a good tip; rent an electric car from Umbria Green Card, which enables you to park in the center of town. Others need to park further down the hill. It’s their way of making a statement about how strongly they feel about the moniker given their region. You take care of the environment, we take care of you.

Veneto

There are many places in the world that try and claim the name of the “Venice of something”, but there is only one Venice. But as great as Venice is, it is not the only great place to see in the region of the Veneto. This region covers much of northeastern Italy from the Dolomites in the north to the Adriatic Sea.

Learn more about the Vento on these episodes of the Amateur Traveler:

• Travel to Northern Italy (Mantua, Verona, Padua) – Episode 552
• Travel to Venice and the Veneto – Episode 182

Padua

Gábor from surfingtheplanet.com writes:

The city of Padua (Padova in Italian) is one of the major cities of the Veneto region, but as a tourist destination it has always lived in the shadow of its famous neighbor, Venice. Padua has always been a city of culture, and one of the most antique and prestigious universities of the continent is found here, where Copernicus and Galileo Galilei studied amongst others. Padua is also famous for being the city of Saint Anthony, one of the most venerated saints in the Christian World.

Padua is one of the most important cultural destinations of Northern Italy with fantastic landmarks such as the Scrovegni Chapel with its amazing fresco’s made by Giotto, but the main sight you can’t miss out on while visiting Padua is the Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua, the symbol of the city. The church was built between 1238 and 1310 in Gothic style, but it contains elements from both the Renaissance and the Baroque periods. The brick façade of the building and its orthodox-style cupolas are quite particular. You must visit the interior of the church where Saint Anthony is buried. Every year thousands of pilgrims come to honor him.

Tip: When you visit Padua, spend some time in one of the historical coffee houses, which have really authentic atmosphere. My recommendation is Cafe Pedrocchi in a beautiful neoclassical building. Although it always has been a meeting place of the intellectual elite, it’s also popular amongst students, and prices are quite reasonable.

Venice

Kelly from wanderlustbykelleyy.com writes:

Dreamy vibes, magical views and spectacular architecture, Venice is a poetic location and a must-see destination for anyone who is visiting Italy. Venice is the capital city of the Veneto region in Italy’s north. The city is built on 118 small islands, in a lagoon located in the Adriatic Sea. This enclosed bay lies between the mouths of the Po and Piave rivers. These islands are separated by canal’s and are linked via bridges. Venice looks like a city out of a fairytale. It is no wonder that the lagoon and part of the city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In addition to wandering around and getting lost among the gorgeous canals, a must-see location for any trip to Venice would be the gorgeous Piazza San Marco (St Mark’s square). The public square of Venice, and also the cities prime attraction. It is a public square full of life with the most breathtaking architecture. Piazza San Marco has also been referred to as “the drawing room of Europe” by Napoleon. A visit to this square is a great way to absorb the city’s unique atmosphere and to also view the other major attractions of the city.

The Piazza San Marco is surrounded on three sides by state buildings, including the Doge’s Palace – a gothic masterpiece looking out to the Venetian lagoon. The fourth side of the square contains the magnificent St Mark’s Basilica, a beautiful church, with a mixture of eastern and western architecture. Piazza San Marco is also home to coffee shops, restaurants, street performers and of course the infamous pigeons, please note Venice has passed a law where you cannot feed the pigeons.

To make the most out of a visit to Venice, head to the outer Islands of Burano and Murano, to see a glass blowing demonstration and to eat delicious local food.

From the romantic canals, the renaissance structures, gothic palaces and dreamy vibes Venice is a very unique and breathtaking place to visit. A definite must-see location for anybody visiting Italy.

Verona

Verona may not be the first city that comes to mind when you think of Italy, but it absolutely deserves a spot on your must-see list. This Italian city is famous for being the setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. While this makes it an especially popular destination for bibliophiles and lovers, Verona has plenty to offer to all.

Juliet’s balcony and the surrounding courtyard and home is probably the biggest attraction in the city. Even if you aren’t a fan of the tragic love story, you should definitely stop by. Legend says that if you rub the breasts on the statue of Juliet, you will have good fortune. Or, if that’s not your style, you can ask Juliet for advice on love by writing a message on the walls.

While Juliet’s balcony is the highlight for many, visitors shouldn’t miss the Arena di Verona, Castelvecchio and the Ponte di Castelvecchio, Piazza del Erbe, or the Torre dei Lamberi. Winding medieval streets, busy piazzas lined with cafes, and the stunning architecture also add a lot of charm to this historic city and are worth wandering, even if just to get lost in.

Verona can easily be visited as a day trip from both Venice and Lake Garda, but if you have the time I suggest spending at least one night. Verona is a popular destination for school trips for Italian children, and during the late morning and midday hours the main attractions are swarming with not only tourists, but students as well. If you spend the night you can enjoy quieter times in the evening or early morning.