One of the most diverse and interesting destinations in the world

The magical cities of Rome, Venice and Florence are the stuff that travel dreams are made of, packed with ancient ruins, breathtaking architecture and world-famous artworks.

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Beyond the art and culture, Italy’s natural beauty offers unparalleled diversity. From the snowy Alps and glacial lakes in the north, to the south's volcanic craters and turquoise grottoes, this country has so much to offer, making it one of the most diverse and interesting travel destinations in the world

Cities

Italy has no shortage of stunning art-packed historic cities. Rome is Italy’s greatest city, sometimes called Caput Mundi (‘capital of the world’). A city like no other, Rome is home to many historical treasures, including the Colosseum, one of the seven wonders of the world.

The canal city of Venice is elegant, precious, inimitable, entertaining, and romantic. It is a jewel in the Italian touristic landscape, where churches, buildings, old bridges, monuments and piazzas are the evidence of the artistic and cultural vivacity that marks the history of this city. Milan is most famous for its industry, finance, and of course fashion. If fashion is not your style, Milan is home to Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper, as well as the mesmerising Gothic Duomo.

Florence; overflowing with Renaissance treasures, is one of Italy’s most charming and important art cities, captivating millions of tourists every year. Finally, the Vatican City. This country within a city is home to some of the most famous works of art in the world. The Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica house works of art and architecture from the likes of Michelangelo and Perugino. As the heart of Catholicism, the Vatican also attracts pilgrims from all over the world, who come to pray and seek the blessing of the Pope. 

Culture

Italy hosts some of the world’s most famous historical buildings, such as the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Pantheon and the Fontana de Trevi. Historical treasures, big and small, can be found everywhere, with plenty of less known historical wonders waiting to be discovered. Every corner of the country holds countless and wonderful surprises. In fact, Italy has more cultural UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country. 

Rome, Florence, Assisi, Venice, Siena, Pisa, and Naples are its most renowned cities for art, rich in monuments, churches, castles, museums, and historic dwellings. Paintings and sculptures are also a big feature of Italy’s cultural heritage, with Michelangelo's David and the Sistine Chapel’s frescoes, Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Primavera, and da Vinci's The Last Supper being some of the highlights.

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