Italy Travel Information

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   Italy Travel Information

Italy is a peninsula situated on the Mediterranean Sea bordering France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia.  Most people travel to the main tourist cities of Rome, Florence, Milan and Venice but there is so much more to experience in this amazing country.  There are the hill towns of Tuscany, the coastal towns of Portofino and Naples and the beautiful mountains towns surrounding Lake Como to name but a few.  If you enjoy history, Italy is for you.  Italy is home to the greatest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world.  From the Roman ruins that make up the Forum, to the museums of Florence to the ancient city of Pompei, there is no shortage of historical sites to visit in Italy.  Italy is also known for its natural beauty with an abundance of magnificent coasts, alpine lakes and majestic mountains to enjoy.  Combine all of this with Italy's delicious cuisine, warm hospitality and fascinating cultural traditions and you have the makings of a great vacation.

   Top Things To Do In Italy

If you are traveling for pleasure in Italy, you will want to take some time to visit the historic, yet cosmopolitan city of Rome. No other major international city has as many examples of ancient history as Rome such as the Colosseum, Pantheon, Roman Forum, St. Peter Square and St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Church of San Luigi dei Francesi, and make a wish at the Trevi Fountain. Stroll through Piazza Di Spagna and climb up the Spanish Steps. Located south of Vatican City is the lively ancient Roman Trastevere neighborhood. 

Florence is Italy's foremost Renaissance city.  Spend an afternoon looking at Italian paintings at the popular Uffizi Gallery and sculptures at the Bargello.  You will also want to see Michelangelo's famous statue of "David" at the Galleria Accademia.  Wander some of the oldest streets in the city until you reach the Arno River, cross the Ponte Vecchio Bridge, and experience the "newest" area of Florence, the trendy Oltrarno where there are some great restaurants. Consider driving out to the Chianti Wine Region to take an Italian cooking class from one of the local chefs.  

Milan is filled with amazing history wherever you look.  Some of the top sights you should not miss are: La Scala Museum, Duomo di Milano, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Castello Sforzesco, Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology and the Pinacoteca di Breara. The Brea District north of the Duomo is a fun area is filled with some of the Milan’s swanky restaurants, trendy cafes and unique art galleries.  Just a few hours away, you can visit the amazing lake regions including Lake Como and Lake Bellagio.  You are also located close to the Italian, French and Swiss Alps. 

Venice is one of the most interesting and romantic cities in the world, making it one of Italy’s top travel destinations. Here is our short list of main attractions that should not be missed: Piazza San Marco, Bridges of Sighs, Doge’s Palace, Grand Canal, St. Mark’s Basilica, Jewish Museum and Jewish Ghetto, Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Church of Santa Maria Assunta, Leonardo da Vinci Museum, Grand Canal Tours, Rialto Market, Sunset Gondola Tours and the Gallerie dell’ Accademia. Venice has all sorts of entertainment options highlighted by the annual Carnival festival, and regular opera, theater and dance performances at the reconstructed Teatro la Fenice.