Holidays in Italy are Not Just About Rome

When you are planning a trip to Italy the first city to spring to mind is probably Rome. The Italian capital is one of the most exciting and historic cities in the world. It is suggested that around 10 million tourists come here a year, and it is behind only London and Paris in the list of Europe’s most visited cities.

However, there are amazing holidays in Italy to be had elsewhere so let’s look at a few of them to see what else is on offer here.

Venice for Romance

Is there anywhere on the planet more romantic than Venice? Many of us dream for years of sailing down the famous canals in a gondola, and if you get the chance to go there you certainly should. There are loads of things to do in Venice and simply wandering about and soaking up the beauty of the place isn’t a bad idea at all.

Florence for Art

Some people class this as the most picturesque and cultural city in the world. It is certainly worth going to even if art and churches aren’t normally your thing. This is part of the region of Tuscany, so expect great food and a lot of great fashion here. Be warned though, a lot of tourists who come here end up coming back every year. If you like to see a different city every year you might to think about going somewhere a bit less fascinating.

Naples for Excitement

Naples is famous for pizza, music and people using lots of hand movements while they speak. This is a noisier, brasher place to spend some time and it makes for a great base. A trip to the famous ruined city of Pompeii is a must for anyone who wants to see the history behind an ancient tragedy.

Milan for Class

This is the second biggest city in the country and it is famous for fashion, football and culture. You may have heard a bit less about tourism in this place than some others on the list but it is still well worth visiting. You won’t believe the stuff you see in the shops here, and you might want to take your best gear with you if you want to blend in with the locals.

Italian Beach Holidays

We have covered all of these great cities but what about the beach? If you are planning to head off on holiday then you aren’t going to want to miss out on a bit of sand and water based fun, are you? The beaches here may not be as well known abroad as the ones in Spain or Greece but they are excellent. Many Italian beaches are seen as classy, exclusive areas where relaxation and feeling good are the main concerns. There is certainly less brashness here than you will see in many beaches elsewhere. There are top quality stretches of sand all over the country and even if you base yourself in one of those brilliant cities you should still try and make time to head out to the water at least once.