Top 5 Places to visit in Italy - Getting the Best out of Italy
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Today in this article, I have presented the top five tourist destinations in Italy. All web pages on travel services will give you only general information for you to plan a trip to Italy and these sites will put a description of each Italian city or each region of Italy. However, I do not want to bore you by saying the same lines that "Rome is the historical capital of the Roman Empire or where and how to shop in Milan which is the second largest famous city of Italy. After going through various travel-related websites, I have found that the information provided by them is common which prevents you from making a precise decision or timetable for your visit to Italy.
In short, I would say that by reading any article on the net, you may not know everything that country or city has to show but then also what I will do is that I will give you a summary of not only specific tourism destinations in Italy, but the best or most popular places that this country has to offer tourists. It is important to note that there are not only5 or 10 tourist destinations in Italybut there are much more, but visiting all of them in one trip is really difficult, so the idea is that you know some best destinations to visit in Italy to make a list of priorities and the most important"your Italy vacation itinerary", so let us begin the journey.
Roman Colosseum (Rome)
This is one of Rome's most famous tourist attractions. Colosseum was built between 70 to 82 AD. The Colosseum is currently the most representative architectural structure of ancient Rome. At one time, this magnificent building was able to accommodate 50,000 or more bloodthirsty spectators to see different public events among which the most famous was the "Fight of Gladiators". The formidable architectural beauty was not consistent with the atrocities that were committed in the sand, but today when this shameful practice is stopped, the Colosseum has become a unique piece for human history. If you have seen the famous movie "Gladiator", you can figure out what I am trying to say.
Vatican (Rome - Vatican)
The Holy See is the official residence of the Pope, but beyond its religious importance, the Vatican has a fascinating and amazing architecture that attracts a large number of tourists every year. The Sistine Chapel painted by Michelangelo is the cherry on the cake to The Vatican. In the Sistine Chapel, the mirrors and the dome of the chapel are the most impressive boundless beauties. It is extremely unhealthy to spend hours walking with the neck extended and head fully reclining back, so much that the back is touching the neck so mirrors are used to enable visitors to view the roof by directing the light "towards the ground" and the visitors can look out for the most interesting architectural points with the angles of the mirror. A large number of people visit this place throughout the season because of the amazing beauty of this architecture.
The Tower of Pisa (Pisa)
The famous Leaning Tower of Pisa was born and bowed, of course not intentionally, but since the start of its construction in 1173, the tower began to lean slowly. Many people believe that the tower of Pisa is leaning on purpose and many others believe it is a monument in itself. Neither belief is true, the inclination of the tower was never planned but it leaning on its own.
The Tower of Pisa does not stand-alone, but there is a steeple of the Cathedral of Pisa which is just meters away from it but that does not go into any photo as the tower takes the spotlight. Now after years of work, the tower is open to the public to climb the 294 steps that go through the 8-story building until the bell.
Grand Venice Canals (Venice)
This Sinking City is an attraction to the whole planet. Tell me about a single travel enthusiast on earth who does not want to go to a City covered with water. The architectural beauty of Venice, its canals and bridges, is unmatched, unique, and beautiful. Venice is a must visit tourist place in Italy. A part of Venice has canals and visitors can travel by gondolas to have a look on the beauty of this place. While traveling in gondolas, you will find that the Venice Canals is long chain of narrow streets. Furthermore, the romance of travel by gondola is ultimate. Travel through the canals of Venice is a magical experience, which no one should miss.
Capri
Capri Island is called a paradise by tourists, which is located in the Mediterranean and has become a preferred tourist destination. The beauty of its beaches and the island itself makes it a popular destination among famous celebrities. The island of Capri is a different destination in Italy. It is for people who are looking out for leisure, sun, and the beach and not the history and architectural wonders of Italy. Capri is ideal for days out in the middle of tourist travel in Italy to return to the mainland for further admiration of the splendor of Italy's culture and history.
Italy Travel Guide: Visit Italy And Share Your Thoughts
Nice hub Sonni! Visiting Italy is on my "wish" list.
Nice hub indeed soni!
First of all, thanks a lot surfzen, Veronica, and Waren E. for your helpful comments.
@ surfzen, Your idea of Italy is really amazing and I agree that I have missed the places to visit you have mentioned. Thanks a lot for adding up this incredible information to this hub.
hi Soni,
that photo of the leaning tower is a real beauty! Love it.Thanks for this hub as I've always had a bit of a leaning for all things Italian!
It's my pleasure psych. I also love the pic of Leaning Tower as this building is different and unique.
Thank u for making me to visit Italy.
Enjoy your Italy trip Sarovai. It's my pleasure.
Would love to fully explore Italy. Lovely Hub
Hi Soni,
Now you have a solid excuse to return to Italy. We have been 3 times and have only scratched the surface. We have yet to go south of Rome or North of Venice.
Right now we are watching for deals on airfare to Greece.
Chuck
Thanks a Ethel and surfzen for your comments. Best of luck to both of you for visiting Italy. Please share travel experience and any other travel tips with us when you will return from Italy.
Yes, Florence is a major or sought after place I hear too. Now that you brought up Capri it is on my list. Monte Carlo even tough it is independent?, I still associate it with Italy.
Thanks a lot ocbill for the additional info. I like Capri too.
This is well put. Love the Capri Island, Venice Canals. Also I can just see myself sitting by the lake site homes and enjoying the view of land Garda. Thanks for information.
Leop besides the beauty of Capri Island, Venice Canals, and Garda, you can also check Towel of Pisa, Vatican, and Roman Collosseum for their architectural wonders.
Soni,
You have written something not found in websites. have you visited those places?
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Jyoti Kothari
No sir, I have not visited these places but my wife has visited them and she has been my guide in writing out this hub. I am very thankful to her for her intense wealth of knowledge which she shares with me in different fields of life.
I could easily live six months a year in Florence and bask in all they have to offer. Rome, it's okay but "been there, done that" after the first or second time. The rest is great but my absolute home base would have to be Florence - it is beyond compare in my humble book.
Thanks a lot The Rope for your sharing your viewpoint on visiting Florence and choosing that as your home base, also I can see a lot of google adsense ads related to booking hotels and accommodation in Florence which is a nice place to write on. I think it is worth to make a hub on it and you can do it as I think you have got good personal experience relating to the same.
Wow, reading your post makes me want to get the Italian language CD's out again. Thanks I needed a little motivation.
It's my pleasure Baby Crib Bedding. Best of luck for your Italian language CDs launch.
great list, love the capri island inclusion. im going this summer for a week & was thinking pompeii? thoughts? is it worth it? peace soni.
Hey bkuzemka, you gave me another idea to write a hub on. Pompeii is a great place, go ahead with your visit and when you come back, share your travel tips by publishing a hub. Best of luck.
I agree with surfzen, I'd love to see some Florence attractions. There is no gallery better than the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Seeing the Birth of Venus in person was breath-taking.
I did not know many things about Uffizie Gallery in Florence but it would be a nice idea to research and read something on that. Thanks for the information Emme West.
My husband has been to Milan and north of there in the Valtellina region of Italy. Gorgeous!!! I hope to go to Italy someday. Great photos in this hub!
Thanks a lot Peggy for your comment and fan mail plus congratulations for getting 500 fans. I wish you best of luck for your future visit to Italy.
Hi,
I'm an American living in southern Italy (Puglia) which is an amazing region. It is less known to American travelers but very popular with Europeans. If you are interested in coming to Italy or to our region and need advice on anything from culture to how to get around.. don't hesitate to ask...Many of the how to's here are not common knowledge.
Thank you so much jenniferoutwater for helping people on how to's about visiting Italy. I will definitely ask you any doubts I have regarding visiting Italy. Thanks for being so helpful again Jennifer. You have got some qualities which are not seen in many people. Helping others is a very good quality and this quality helps in getting lots of appreciation and praise for your work done.
Brilliant hub! I would love to visit Rome and Venice Italy is so beautiful!
Thank you so much sophs. Italy rocks.
Great Hub! I hope to visit Italy soon & appreciate the tips....
Thanks a lot Michael. Best of luck for your journey.
My wife (Susanlang) on the hubs, is an italian american and we would love to go to rome someday on our 26 wedding anniv.
Good information. great hub.
Best of luck for visiting Rome Mr. and Mrs. Lang. Congratulations in advance for your 26th wedding anniversary. Enjoy and have fun in the night and in the sun.
Don't forget also the Duomo in Milan, which is the cathedral in the downtown/city centre of the city. There's also the Galleria, that is right next to the Duomo. For something to eat, there are plenty of cafes, but an unknown treasure to tourists is Luini, on Via Santa Radegonda, 16 (http://www.luini.it) for an awesome "Italian fast food" lunch or snack.
Thank you so much amborg for adding up Duomo in Milan and Luini to the top places to visit in Italy. Frankly speaking, I do not have a great deal of information on these places and that is why I have not added them here.
wery nice
Thanks for the visit Jeton.
Very nice! I mostly agree with your selection of places.
Thank you so much Kraji for the comment and return visit.
I live in Umbria, half way between Rome and Florence, I have to say Florence is my favourite place and if you love country walks the Umbrian landscape is beautiful to walk around. It doesn't matter where you go in Italy there is something of wonder to see. Pompeii is not to be missed, Cinque Terra is a magnificent place. The list is endless, just come over and see for yourself.
Excellent knell. Thank you so much for telling about these places. We are planning to visit Italy next year and these tips will be really helpful. I will tell about all these places to my wife.
Just recently spent a week in Rome, and it wasn't enough. We stayed literally across the street from the Colosseum. It amazed me every time I looked out the window. I wish I was still there. Plan to go back and see Rome again, plus a few more places in Italy. Great hub, by the way.
Thank you so much Angela for sharing your personal experience on visiting Rome and Italy.
Great hub, thanks - isn't italy wonderful? I've yet to see Venice and am dying to go!
I am really that you liked this hub. Best of luck for your visit to Italy whenever it is possible for you.
Hi Soni,
I was fortunate enough to travel to Italy in June this year. We boarded a cruise in Barcelona moved on to Tunis, Malta, Sicily, Rome, Genoa and Marseille. Personally Taormina in Sicily was ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!!! Great hub by the way.
Congratulations for visiting those beautiful locations in Italy. Thanks for the comment Mr. Raj Gopal.
This hub is absolutely gorgeous! Thanks!
Excellent choice, I've been there except for Capri and loved it. It is so difficult to choose only a few places in Italy... The more you see, the more you want to explore while at the same time you want to go back to the places you've already visited and loved...
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You have been very good at suggesting some of the most attractive places to visit in Italy. I was born in the south, but I live in Tuscany now.I wish you a good writer to write more about the south where you can find many beautiful cities such as Lecce with its baroque architecture, the nature of the Gargano and Catania or Palermo in Sicily.
I absolutely must go back to Italy. There is so much that you cannot see it on one holiday.
Your article makes me dream about going to Italy! After seeing your photos I must visit Venice and see the Colosseum in this lifetime!
@melbel, Princessa, Kia, colazione in camera, tinaweha, and Lake Mary Hotels, thank you so much for your visit and comments on this beautiful place on earth.
thanks to your hub i will definitely be getting the best out of italy when i travel there.
I am glad that you find it useful applejuic3
As an expat living in Tunisia, I'm an Hour flight from Rome. I've been there more than 10 times in the past 2-3 years. Can't get enough. The Spanish steps in Rome, although extremely crowded, is simply the magnet of the city. See it for yourself. It is also home to the best shopping and designers in Rome. Amalfi Coast near Napoli is certainly one of the most romantic places in the world. Google it you'll see. The Chianti Classico region in Tuscany between Florence and Sienna with its vineyards and hilltop villages is gorgeous. Book a cooking course while there...unforgettable. Enjoy!!
Oh, and don't miss up the lake district, north of Milan. The area of Lake Como is really quaint and sophisticated with great villages, beautiful mansions, high gastronomy, and all this with the alps in the background. You're an hour away from a mountain pass that leads you to Switzerland. Priceless scenery.
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Hi Soni,
I have a little different idea of the perfect Italy. Florence is considered the Treasure Chest of art in Italy...If you go to Italy and miss Florence (Uffizi Gallery, Michelangelo's original David and many of his unfinished sculptures) you will be very unhappy later on when you compare notes with other travelers. Capri is fun but Cinque Terra is historic and also a huge party place. You take a little train from city to city there as you wind along the beautiful coastline. In Rome, do not miss the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel. Thow a coin in Trevi Fountain to assure that you will return one day. Google them for the reason's why. Milan for fashion as well as to see the original Last Supper. Brush up on how to avoid being a victim of pick pockets and you will do just fine in Italy. We did waste a half day stopping off in Pisa on our way to Cannes. I say lose that one and substitute Cinque Terra. In Venice, visit a glass factory and sample the eels in black ink sauce. Watch out for the Grappa. Ciao!
Chuck