The land of fashion, Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, the finest cuisine and fascinating picturesque landscapes, Italy is hands down one of the European countries that’ll leave you in awe the minute you lay your foot on Italian ground. No matter how much time you have for your next trip, it won’t be enough to allow you to discover all the charms of Italy, but it will give you a glimpse of what you can expect on your next visit, certainly making you book your future visit sooner than you might have expected. If you’re planning to explore this lovely country, here’s what you shouldn’t miss.Five things that you shouldn’t miss on your visit to Italy.In this article, you will find a list of best places to visit in Italy.
5 of the Best Places to Visit in Italy
Discover Verona
The city of love will make you feel like you’ve stepped right in the time of the iconic Romeo and Juliet. With its 13th-century architecture, The House of Juliet is one of the best places to visit in Italy. Climb up on the balcony to get the true Shakespearean vibe and feel like Juliet waving to her Romeo. The love between Romeo and Juliet left such a deep trace that people from all over the world write letters to Juliet Capulet and they arrive at her house in Verona for the volunteers of Juliet’s Club to read and answer them. Walk down the streets of this magical city, taste their exquisite gelato and let Verona completely enchant you with its Venetian grace.
Hike in Cinque Terre
Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Manarola, Corgnilia and Monterosso al Mare are five picturesque villages better known under just one name – Cinque Terre. These wonderful villages clinging to the Ligurian cliffs are a true gem of Italy’s western coast. Them being so close to one another gives you a wonderful opportunity to actually hike along the cliffs from one village to another and tour all five villages in a matter of hours. Each village will impress you in its own way and make you remember it forever. From a lovely central square in Vernazza to rustic Manarola and Riomaggiore to beachside Monterosso (the only village with a beach), Cinque Terre will guarantee you a fabulous hike and breathtaking views.
Take a culinary tour
Only when you’ve tasted fine Italian cuisine can you say that you’ve truly experienced Italy. That’s why you shouldn’t miss going on a culinary tour and taste all of Italy’s finest pizzas, pasta and wines. Think about taking a culinary tour with Italy Travel Connection and have a taste of the best pizza in the world precisely in Naples. Taking a lesson with a Tuscan chef and having a bite of pizza coming straight from the stone-baked oven in some of the finest Neapolitan pizzerias will excite your imagination unlike any other country in the world.
Pay a visit to Rome
Visiting the capital of Italy should definitely be a part of your itinerary. Walk into the Colosseum, look up at the gigantic walls surrounding you and let them completely astound you. A free walking tour in Rome is also something you shouldn’t miss, as you’ll learn so much about the city from a local, but from knowledgeable tour guides as well. You shouldn’t even imagine a trip to Rome without visiting Vatican City. Not only because it’s a city-state sitting in the middle of the Italian capital, but also because the Vatican Museums hold a glorious collection of art you’ll be completely enchanted with. St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel are just some of the ancient architectural marvels that are worth visiting as well.
Cruise the Amalfi Coast
All the lovers of fascinating sceneries will without a doubt book a cruise around the Amalfi Coast. Taking a boat trip along the shoreline will allow you to have the best experience if you’re short on time, without missing out on any beauties this Italian region has to offer. Enjoy seeing the lovely Mediterranean villages as you cruise the coast and snack on local produce. A day trip to Capri Island will be a cherry on top, making your visit to Italy truly unforgettable.
Final thoughts
Italy is one of those European countries that will make you fall in love with its cities, landscapes and spectacular coasts the minute you start breathing in the Italian air. Every region has something for everyone, and no matter when you visit, Italy will leave you breathless and make you visit again, maybe even for much longer than the first time.
