Italy Grand Tour

This buzzing metropolis is Italy's heart of style and chic, offering travelers great shopping, historic sites, and superb cuisine.

Italy's largest church dates to the 14C, boasting Gothic architecture, a wealth of ornamental elements, and ecclesiastical relics.

Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy an hour in one of the gorgeous squares, then plunge into this chic center and shop til you drop.

This 15C church features Gothic and Renaissance architecture, and is home to Leonardo da Vinci's infamous mural, "The Last Supper".

Full of beauty and charm, this popular town rests on the banks of Lake Como, and offers its visitors an array of cultural monuments.

Wander around the narrow winding streets full of charming little nooks, and fall in love in one of Italy's prettiest little towns.

A relic of Italian Gothic architecture, this impressive 14C cathedral features remarkable tapestries, as well as fine paintings.

Popular with travelers, Bergamo is a treasure trove of Baroque architecture, ancient history, and cultural venues.

Immortalized in several Shakespearean plays, Verona lures travelers with its culture, rich history, and unforgettable atmosphere.

One of Italy's best cultural destinations, this metropolis is home to galleries, museums, palaces, superb restaurants, and churches.

Famed worldwide for its romantic canals and gorgeous masks, this thriving city offers its visitors a wealth of cultural attractions.

Venice's famous main square is beautifully designed, lined with gorgeous arcaded buildings, and is a great spot for people-watching.

Lined with a fascinating array of architectural curios, the Grand Canal is the city's largest water transportation vein.

Boasting superb Italian-Byzantine style, this 11C basilica hosts a wealth of gilded mosaics, elegant frescoes, and other decorations.

Wander around the famed City of Canals, exploring the winding streets by foot or a gondola, soaking up the carnivalesque ambiance.

Immortalized in several Shakespearean plays, Verona lures travelers with its culture, rich history, and unforgettable atmosphere.

Boasting undeniable charm, this storybook city is home to a wealth of cultural monuments, historic sites, and architectural gems.

Stretching for 11km parallel the shore, this sandbar is a resort of its own, known for its elegant villas and a great beach.

Located on the long sandbar, this beach rests on the Adriatic Sea, and offers wonderful seaside scenery, clear water, and fine sand.

If you allow yourself one touristy act, let it be this - take a ride on a gondola, exploring the city as it should be explored.

A bridge of white limestone, best known for various legends explaining the etymology of its name, be it prisoners' or lovers' sighs.

Put on your hiking shoes and head out to explore the Alpine landscape, as well as the famous "Three Tower Peaks" in the Dolomites.

With its plentiful museums, lovely churches, large piazzas, and superb palaces, this cosmopolitan city is rich with culture.

Retaining its 15C fortifications, this lovely city is full of historic sites, medieval palaces, churches, and great food.

Tuscany's capital is full of history, boasting beautiful architecture, great art venues, superb food, and unforgettable atmosphere.

Succumb to the charms of this historic center, venturing through the streets to discover quaint shops, cafes, and historic sites.

A famous museum, exhibiting some of the greatest classical art pieces from major Italian masters. A must visit for art lovers!

An 11C Romanesque church with rich geometrical design, featuring uniquely ornate interior, including mosaics, murals, and frescoes.

This superb art gallery houses a wealth of Renaissance art, including Michelangelo's world-famous sculpture of David.

A top destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siena is famous for its cuisine, art, museums, and medieval cityscape.

With its undeniable medieval charm, this town is full of history, churches, quaint streets, museums, and stately villas.

Formerly a prisonhouse, this 13C building houses an art museum displaying important sculptures and artworks by Renaissance masters.

Florence's largest church is an architectural gem boasting Gothic-Revival architecture, superb decorations, and an exquisite facade.

Admire the superb design, then climb 414 stairs up this beautiful Gothic tower to enjoy the stunning views of Florence awaiting you.

This popular hilltop square offers the best views of the city, and is lauded for its magical atmosphere during sunset.

This marvelous hilltop town boasts architectural variety, historic towers, a fun medieval atmosphere, and superb local wine.

Home to the world-famous leaning tower, this city in fact boasts a multitude of historic sites, great architecture, and fine museums.

Adjacent to a monastery, this museum hosts Florence's largest collection of religious art, including some important masterpieces.

Comprised of five colorful villages, this Italian town sprawls over terraced rocks along the coast and offers spectacular scenery.

Dating to the 14C, this hilltop monastery boasts remarkable frescoes, murals, and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

One of the best areas to take a scenic drive in Tuscany, this valley offers great views of the countryside at its best.

Virtually unchanged since the 13C, this town is the birthplace of several saints, boasts elaborate architecture, and exudes history.

Known as a major pilgrimage site, this 13C cathedral features Romanesque architecture, exquisite murals, and ecclesiastic relics.

Roam the streets once traversed by multiple saints, explore the narrow alleyways, and look for glimpses of divine inspiration.

A wonderful example of Umbrian Romanesque architecture, this 12C cathedral features notable ornamental elements and a rich museum.

With a fascinating history stretching to the 12C at least, this massive castle is worth exploring, if only for the superb views.

A top destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siena is famous for its cuisine, art, museums, and medieval cityscape.

One of Italy's best preserved hilltop towns, doubling as a hip student town with an edgy cultural scene.

A steep mountaintop medieval village, featuring a medieval center and several notable Roman ruins nearby.

Flanked by two gorgeous 16C villas, these elegant gardens boast an intricate design, fountains, sculptures, and a wealth of blossoms.

Italy's third-largest city is a bustling port rich with history, cultural monuments, various attractions, and great food.

Italy's most significant archaeological museum houses relics from Pompeii and other Roman cities, as well as many exquisite artworks.

Narrow winding streets, sprawling piazzas, quaint shops, and good cafes - all these unite into a charming center worth exploring.

The 18C-19C residence of King of Naples, this luxurious palace features a history museum and superb historic decor.

Naples' main cathedral dates to the 13C and boasts a wealth of ecclesiastical relics, frescoes, paintings, murals, and other artwork.

Skirting the Salerno Gulf, this scenic drive will afford you breathtaking views, many options for interesting stops on the way.

A resort since the time of the Romans, this island has everything: ruins, beaches, nature, food and buckets of charm. A must see!

From thrilling water-sports to relaxing sunbathing, Naples' numerous beaches offer a great variety of activities for any taste.

Covered by ash since the 1C, this historic Roman city offers a wonderful insight into ancient life, architecture, and art.

While Positano is a small village, little compares with its pastoral beauty, white Moorish houses, and gorgeous turquoise bay.

This archaeological park hosts well-preserved ruins of an important Roman city, three major temples, and a rich national museum.

Set on an eponymous volcanic island, this lovely town is a popular retreat for lovers of thermal springs and historic landmarks.

Located just south off the Amalfi Coast, Salerno is a pleasant city with a wealth of cultural and historic landmarks.

Italy's eternal capital boasts historic sites, ancient ruins, fine architecture, rich culture, superb food, and vibrant nightlife.

Make a wish and toss a coin into this world-famous Baroque fountain, admire its sculptures, then head off to explore the nearby cafes.

This iconic landmark is a triumph of Roman architecture, dating to the 1C and hailed as the largest amphitheater ever built.

Climb up the elegant 18C Spanish Steps to visit the church, or spend your time loafing on the square below, soaking in the ambiance.

A very lively neighborhood in the heart of Rome. Great for an evening stroll and a good meal.

Not far from Rome rests the mountaintop Tivoli, whose long history has left an array of villas, temples, and landmarks in its wake.

Flanked by two gorgeous 16C villas, these elegant gardens boast an intricate design, fountains, sculptures, and a wealth of blossoms.

Once the political and commercial center of ancient Rome, this archaeological park now houses nicely-preserved ruins.

A masterpiece of Renaissance architecture, this awe-inspiring 16C church boasts artwork by Italian masters and exquisite furnishing.

Set in the Vatican City, these 54 museums house an exquisite art collection dating to the 16C, including the famed Sistine Chapel.

A Neoclassical square strewn with fountains, cultural monuments, and restaurants, offering a great opportunity for people-watching.

Perched atop a cliff and boasting stunning scenery, this gorgeous medieval town is filled with historic sites and lovely churches.

Set overlooking a picturesque lake, this small town is a well-known retreat, boasting several notable cultural monuments.

Originally a Roman temple, this famed 2C rotonda is a superbly-preserved cultural monument, as well as a feat of Roman engineering.

The veritable heart of Rome, this hill is an archaeological park featuring a wealth of remarkable ancient ruins and a museum.

This magnificent 19C monument commemorates Italy's first king, and features an array of artistic and architectural elements.

Once a Roman arena used for games, this lively Baroque square is a great spot to rest your feet and enjoy some people-watching.

A top destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siena is famous for its cuisine, art, museums, and medieval cityscape.

Once a thriving port near Rome, this archaeological park now features superb frescoes, rich mosaics, and other ancient ruins.

This beautiful 20C villa houses an exquisite 17C collection of artwork and historic artefacts, including choice pieces by Caravaggio.

The first church to be built with a Baroque facade, this 16C institute features fine architecture and remarkable ornamentation.

Part of the National Museum of Rome, this palace houses a rich array of beautiful Roman sculptures and fine ancient mosaics.

A 17C church featuring remarkable Baroque architecture, rich frescoes, gorgeous ceiling murals, and other decorative elements.

A 16C church boasting lush Baroque architecture, as well as an exquisite sculpture by the famed Italian master, Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

Dating to the 5C, this unassuming church now houses Michelangelo's famed statue of Moses, as well as several other notable artworks.