Civitavecchia is a suburban commune that lies about 40 miles northwest of the Italian capital of Rome. With just slightly more than 50,000 residents, it’s not as big a tourist attraction as many other Italian cities, but it’s well-known for its port, harbor, and historic lighthouse. Visitors who decide to spend time in town generally …
Featuring nearly a dozen historic churches, abundant monuments to religious and historical figures, and some of the most amazing scenery anywhere in Italy, the island of Capri is a must-see attraction for those visiting the southern Mediterranean region. Capri is located along the south-central portion of the country’s coastline on the Tyrrhenian Sea and is …
Located on the western coast of Tuscany along the Ligurian Sea, Livorno is a city of about 160,000 residents that’s known for its busy port, fantastic seafood, and the extensive network of canals that rival those of Venice. Livorno’s cruise ship terminal welcomes vessels from all over the world. Though many visitors choose to spend …
Located along the west-central coast on the Ionian Sea, Catania is the 2nd largest city on the Italian island of Sicily. Catania sports a population of nearly 300,000 residents and is most well-known for being destroyed multiple times between the 12th and 17th centuries due to natural disasters, such as earthquakes and an eruption from …
Cagliari is a municipality of about 150,000 residents located along the south-central coast of the Italian island of Sardinia. Cagliari’s Mediterranean climate and abundant beaches draw sun-lovers from all over the world, and it also sports an abundance of historical and cultural attractions. It’s also considered one of Italy’s greenest cities and features more urban …
Located in the province of Perugia in Italy’s Umbria region, Assisi is a town most well-known as the birthplace of significant artists, religious and historical figures. It’s situated near the confluence of the Chiascio and Topino Rivers along the western foothills of Mount Subiasio, making it a favorite destination for lovers of nature and breathtaking …
Located in northern Italy, Bologna is the capital and most populous city in the country’s Emilia-Romagna region and has about 400,000 residents. Perhaps more than any other place in the country, Bologna is home to a diverse array of inhabitants of more than 100 nationalities. It’s situated between the Savena and Reno rivers, adjacent to …
With nearly 1.5 million residents, Milan is the second-most populated Italian city after Rome. It’s also the capital of Lombardy and is located in the country’s northern-central portion, equidistant between Switzerland to the north and the port city of Genoa and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. Milan is most well-known for its distinct cuisine, …
Rome is nicknamed the “eternal city” – and there’s good reason for that. With well over 2,000 years of history and a whole lot of ruins, monuments and properties to prove it, there’s almost no end to the amount of exploration and discovery that can be done here. And let’s not forget the cuisine; in …
According to historians, Naples was first settled by Greek immigrants in the 2nd millennium BC, making it one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited urban centers. Naples is Campania’s capital, and with a population of just shy of one million residents, it’s the country’s third-most populous city behind Rome and Milan. In addition to vibrant …