1. Roma
Rome is the capital of Italy and one of the most important tourist attractions in the country. There you will discover incredible places and taste the best of regional cuisine.
How many days in Rome?
Nothing better than starting our tour of the cities of Italy, with the capital Rome! To make the most of each tour, the ideal is to stay from 5 to 8 days on site.
But if you want or can only do a quick trip, book at least 4 days. To organize your trip, the tip is to separate as follows: some days to see the sights, others to go on cultural tours and, finally, others to go shopping.
What to do in Rome?
Anyone traveling around the city cannot miss the Colosseum (one of the most famous monuments in the world and a postcard of the capital), the Palatine Hill, the Roman Forum, the Arch of Constantine and several other important places.
Among the squares worth highlighting are Capitólio Square and Navona Square. In the latter, you can find great restaurants around. Enjoy lunch with typical Italian food.
2. Milan
Have you ever thought about visiting the fashion capital of the world ? How about shopping at the stores of the main designer brands? This is all possible in Milan, more precisely in the Quadrilatero da Moda.
But that’s not all: the city, which is renowned for being the center of fashion and design, also holds other surprises such as the Milan Cathedral , the third largest church in the world, and the Santa Maria delle Grazie Church , which houses the painting of the Last Supper, painted by Leonardo da Vinci. Amazing, huh?
How many days in Milan?
Milan is a city with many tourist attractions, so it is recommended to stay at least 3 days .
However, if you can stay longer, enjoy 5 days in the city and get to know several sights and restaurants.
What to do in Milan?
In addition to the already mentioned tours, how about visiting the Sforzesco Castle, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Piazza Duomo?
You can also visit the headquarters of Inter Milan and AC Milan. Unmissable tour!
For culture lovers, the tip is to visit the interior of the Scala Theater (the largest opera theater in the world). If you can’t attend a show, you can buy a ticket to see the place.
3. Florence
The third destination on our Italy city tour is Florence. The small town brings bucolic elements, and is considered a “land of dreams” . Let’s get to know a little more about this city?
How many days in Florence
Florence is a very charming place with many attractions to discover. Therefore, it is best to stay at least 3 days in the city .
Be sure to visit the museums and art galleries, discover the restaurants and ice cream parlors.
4. Venice
It’s time to get to know Venice. The place could not be left out of our itinerary through the cities of Italy.
The place is considered the city of love and canals , as it is located on 117 islands connected by bridges. Amazing, huh? Shall we start our tour?
How many days in Venice?
And to plan better and not miss anything, the best thing to do is to stay 3 days . Take the opportunity to take boat trips through the various canals of the city.
In addition to strolling through the canals, alleys and alleys of Venice, how about getting to know some tourist spots?
What to do in Venice
St. Mark’s Square is one of the most beautiful squares in the city and is home to the Basilica of the same name, which was built in the 9th century. The domes and walls are covered with gold mosaics. Be sure to visit!
Another must-see is the Palazzo Ducale, which impresses with its size and Venetian Gothic architecture, and the Libreria Acqua Alta, whose intimate interior filled with books creates a bucolic and romantic atmosphere.
5. Bologna
Bologna is considered the starting point for those who want to discover the north of Italy.
There, in addition to the tourist attractions, you can visit the University of Bologna . Founded in 1088, it is the oldest in Europe! Unmissable, right? Shall we start our tour?
How many days in Bologna?
As it is a small town, you can make a day trip or stay in the city for just one day.
However, if you have the opportunity, reserve at least 2 days to explore each corner calmly.
What to do in Bologna?
Bologna is known to Italians as the fat, the cultured and the red.
The fat one for being one of the main gastronomic destinations in Italy. This is where the famous Spaghetti Bolognese, known as Tagliatelle Al Ragú, comes from.
But be aware, as it is a very commercial dish, it is only found in ‘tourist catch’ restaurants. Give other dishes a chance and take the opportunity to visit the Bologna Market and Eataly.
Its reputation for culture comes from hosting the oldest university on the continent. In addition, the city is full of historical sights such as the Fountain of Neptune.
The last nickname (red) is due to its appearance. The facades of the city are of reddish tones. A charm!