Top 10 Best Places to Visit in Italy

Last Updated on July 8, 2024 by Mrunal & Jiten

Italy is a European country popular for its art, culture and architecture. Festivals of fashion, literature, films, food and wine attract visitors from all over the globe. Some of the top places to visit here are:

Top 10 Best Places to Visit in Italy

Rome

Rome was the centre of the Roman Empire that flourished between 31 BC-AD 476. It is the capital city of Italy. It is known for ancient architectural marvels such as Colosseum, Pantheon, Roman Forum and Vatican Museums. It is also known for:

• Artwork Michelangelo 
• Michelin-starred restaurants
• Vatican City
• Fontana di Trevi
• Galleria Borghese
• Piazza Navona
• Basilica di Santa aria Maggiore
• Palatine Hill
• Museo Nazinale di Castel Sant’Angelo

Venice

Venice and spectacular canals are synonyms. On the canals are beautiful gondolas with romance in the air. But the 177 canals are hectic places what with 350 gondolas moving across under 400+ bridges. Other places to explore in Venice are:

• Rialto Bridge and market 
• St. Marks Basilica
• Grand Canal
• Doge’s palace
• Bridge of Sighs
• Torcello Island

Tuscany

If you go to Tuscany do rent a car or explore the countryside to admire it best. The breathtaking landscapes here are out of this world. Rolling hills, vineyards, and medieval towns together are top-level eye candy. Here is a list of things you can do in this pretty region:

• Explore the wine and vineyards of Chianti while gazing at its enchanting landscape
• Visit and amaze at the Leaning Tower of Pisa and its surroundings
• Go hiking to Alpi Apuane through beech and chestnut forests and discover 300 bird species 
• Find solace in hot springs at Bagno Vignoni
• Admire the open-air art of Giardino dei Tarocchi 

Florence

In 2011 Forbes ranked Florence one of the most beautiful cities in the world for its rich artistic and architectural heritage. It was the birthplace of the Renaissance – art, political and financial.

The Historic Centre of Florence is a UNESCO site. The city has numerous museums, art galleries and monuments that should not be missed. The top places to visit here are:

• Museo Archeologico Nazinale di Firenze
• Basilica di Santo Spirito
• Museo Galileo- ancient globes, barometers and telescopes used by Galileo
• Riccardi Medici Palace
• Casa Buonarroti
• Pitti Palace
• Palazzo Vecchio
• Leonardo Da Vinci Museum
• Piazzale Michelangelo

Milan

Milan is one of the top four fashion capitals in the world. The biggest luxury fashion brands such as Giorgio Armani, Versace and Prada have their headquarters here.

It is also known for its art and architecture. Some top spots are Duomo di Milano, Gothic Mila Cathedral, Piazza della scala, Galleria Vitorio Emanuele, Castello Sforzesco, Piazza del duomo and Terrazze del duomo. 

The city is best explored on foot as the main attractions are close to the city centre. Shop at Via Torino and Monte Napoleone.

Calabria

Italy is shaped like a boot and Calbria is the toe. “Breathtaking” is one word to describe this place. National parks, shorelines and medieval villages are characteristics of this region. Top tourist attractions are: 

• Tropea
• Santa Maria Dell’Isola Monastery
• Reggio Calabria
• Beaches – Lungomare Falcomata
• Boat tour of Aeolian islands

Turin

In Turin, it is Architecture, museums and food that are world famous. Top museums include 

• Museo Egizio – Egyptian museum
• Museo nazionale del Risorgimento Italiono
• Museum National del’Automobile

For Art aficionados the best places to go are

• Palazzo Reale
• Pinateco Giovanni a Marella Agnelli
• Galleria Civica d’Arte e Contemporanea
• Fondazione Merz 
• Fondazione Sandretto re Rebaudengo

Check out these other sites too! 

• Mole Antonelliana (Synagogue now a cinema museum)
• Royal Palace of Turin – 16^th century site
• Riverside parks
• Cafes caffee Al Bicerin and Guido Gobino for decadent chocolate and coffee blends

Assisi

Assisi is a small Medieval town, that is famous as the birthplace of St.Francs, the founder of the Franciscan order. You can visit religious spots such as the Basilica of San Francesco dedicated to St.Francis of Assisi – patron saint here. Other must-visits are:

• Basilica of Clare
• Chiesa Nuova
• Pozzo dell Cava
• Porziuncola Museum
• Temple of Minerva

Sicily

Sicily is the largest Island of Italy with welcoming beaches, quaint villages and numerous archeological sites. The myths and ancient legends are palpable in the numerous Cathedrals and archaeological sites.

The golden beaches beckon you to enjoy the fresh air. Popular places here are Palermo, Taormina, Cefalu, the Aeolian islands, Syracuse, Valley of Temples and Favignana.

The tourists enjoy hiking in summer and skiing in winter on Mount Etna.

Sardinia

Next to Sicily in size, this is the second largest Island in the Mediterranean Sea. This place is all about emerald waters and pure white sandy beaches.

The numerous Coves can be reached by luxurious yacht sailing on crystal clear waters. Some landmarks in Sardinia:

• Golfo di Orosei
• Costa Smeralda
• Archipelago della maddalena
• Parco Nazionale dell’ Asinara
• Alghero
• Barbagia
• Su Nuraxi di Barumini – UNESCO World Heritage site

When to Visit Italy

The best time to visit this country is during the spring season from April to May or early Autumn – September and October

How to Reach

There are direct flights to Italy from Delhi via Air India and Alitalia Airlines to Rome and Milan.

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