Attractions in Italy
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Opened in 1891, the Opera del Duomo Museum (Museo dell’Opera del Duomo) in Florence houses an impressive collection of works and artifacts from the city’s Duomo Cathedral. Among its treasures […]
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The Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO-listed site and European Capital of Culture, are a captivating network of cave dwellings and caverns carved into the hillside of Matera, dating back to […]
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Piazza Maggiore, Bologna’s most significant square, is framed by elegant medieval and Renaissance palaces. The Basilica di San Petronio and the Fountain of Neptune stand as prominent landmarks, their intricate […]
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Piazza della Santissima Annunziata, one of Florence’s most elegant squares, is framed by the Renaissance porticoes of the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata, the Ospedale degli Innocenti, and the Loggia dei […]
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Historically, Piazza dei Signori, also known as Piazza Dante in honor of the poet’s statue at its center, served as the civic and political heart of Verona. Today, it remains […]
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Nestled in the heart of Taormina, a Sicilian city perched high above the eastern coastline, the Piazza Duomo is a charming square that centers around the Cathedral (Duomo). Located along […]
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Nestled in the countryside at mile 5 (kilometer 8) of the ancient Appian Way, the second-century Villa of the Quintilii (Villa dei Quintili) stands as a testament to Roman opulence. […]
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Perched above the medieval center of Montalcino, the 14th-century Fortezza di Montalcino stands as a formidable and historic landmark. Its imposing walls and watchtowers offer sweeping views of the surrounding […]
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Ponte Sisto, one of Rome’s 30-odd bridges over the Tiber River, uniquely links the vibrant neighborhoods of Trastevere and Campo de’ Fiori. Constructed to facilitate this direct connection, the bridge […]
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The Forum Boarium, one of Rome’s oldest forums, was once a bustling cattle market and now stands as a quieter, more serene attraction. Located near the Piazza della Bocca della […]
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Nestled beneath the bustling streets of Naples, the Bourbon Tunnel, or Galleria Borbonica, is a remarkable underground passage constructed in 1853. This expansive tunnel, with its dimly lit corridors and […]
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The Medici Chapels, part of the Basilica of San Lorenzo in Florence, serve as the final resting place for several members of the influential Medici family. This marble-filled mausoleum is […]
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The Sorrento Cruise Port, also known as Sorrento Terminal Crociere, is a bustling gateway to Italy’s Campania coast. Located in the charming resort town of Sorrento, this port serves as […]
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The Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, Milan’s best-preserved 16th-century church, stands as a testament to the city’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. Located in the heart of Milan, […]
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Ponte Sant’Angelo, a marble pedestrian bridge spanning the Tiber River, connects Castel Sant’Angelo with the historic center of Rome. Built by Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 136 to access his […]
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The Baths of Diocletian, or Terme di Diocleziano, once sprawled across 32 acres in Imperial Rome, serving as the largest public baths and accommodating up to 3,000 bathers at a […]
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The Temple of Hadrian, a unique monument in Rome, dates back to the 2nd century AD and was built to honor Emperor Hadrian, who was revered as a deity. Today, […]
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Nestled in the atmospheric hill town of Assisi, the Basilica di San Francesco d’Assisi stands as a UNESCO-listed pilgrimage site and a testament to the life of St. Francis, the […]
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The Basilica of St. Francis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assisi, Italy, is a significant pilgrimage destination that honors Saint Francis of Assisi, the founder of the Franciscan Order, […]
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Nestled in the historic center of Naples, the Spanish Quarter, or Quartieri Spagnoli, is a vibrant and densely packed neighborhood. Its narrow, winding alleys are lined with tiny stores, barbershops, […]
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Leading directly into Piazza di Spagna, opposite the Spanish Steps, Via Condotti is a historic and elegant thoroughfare in Rome. Lined with high-end boutiques such as Gucci, Valentino, Armani, Prada, […]
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Ancient Ostia, or Ostia Antica, was once a bustling port city with a population of around 50,000. As the Roman Empire expanded, the city was eventually abandoned and buried under […]
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Inaugurated in 1911 to honor the first king of the newly united Italy, the Vittoriano stands as one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks. Located in the heart of the city, […]
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Perched on the St. Elia promontory, Devil’s Saddle (Sella del Diavolo) is a distinctive saddle-shaped indentation that commands a panoramic view over Cagliari’s Poetto beach and the Gulf of Angels. […]