The magic of Venice doesn’t end at its canals, it’s also the perfect launchpad for unforgettable day trips from Venice. Just beyond the lagoon, you’ll find vineyard-draped hills where a visit to a Veneto winery means sipping crisp Prosecco with sweeping views, Renaissance treasures like Verona and Padua buzzing with art and history, and the …
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Victoria Brenner
Planning a trip to Venice, the floating masterpiece of Northern Italy? Get ready for gondola rides along the Grand Canal, hidden mosaics tucked between centuries-old palaces, and iconic bridges that glow at sunset, just a taste of the unforgettable things to do in Venice. Beyond San Marco’s dazzling square and the artistry of Murano and …
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Looking for the best places to visit in Umbria? This green heart of Italy blends rolling hills, medieval villages, Gothic cathedrals, and Roman ruins into a landscape that feels both timeless and alive. From Assisi’s cobbled streets to the soaring façade of Orvieto Cathedral and the mosaics of Spoleto, every stop has its own story. …
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Visit Todi and you’ll see why locals call it the perfect balance between elegance and countryside charm. This hilltop beauty towers above the Tiber Valley with winding streets, medieval arches, and views that seem to stretch forever. But Todi isn’t just about pretty looks, it’s a place to sit in sun-soaked piazzas, tuck into truffle …
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Visit Citta della Pieve and step into a town where Renaissance art, medieval charm, and Umbrian traditions come together on a single hilltop. Birthplace of Pietro Perugino, Raphael’s teacher, this brick-red jewel shows off frescoes glowing with centuries of history, saffron-lined alleys, and sweeping views over the Val di Chiana. Beyond its artistic treasures, the …
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Between vineyards, olive groves, and golden hills, Bevagna sits quietly in the heart of Umbria, waiting to be discovered. Unlike the busier towns nearby, this medieval treasure invites you to slow down, walk its cobbled lanes, sip bold Sagrantino, and linger in piazzas where Roman history still peeks through mosaics and arches. Add in flavors …
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If you’re dreaming of a postcard-perfect escape, Spello delivers in style. Draped along the slopes of Monte Subasio, this medieval village charms with cobbled alleys bursting with flowers, fresco-filled churches, and trattorias serving rustic Umbrian plates. Add in a glass of local red from some of the best wineries in Umbria, and you’ve got a …
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If you’re planning to visit Montefalco, get ready for a town that mixes sweeping views with some of the boldest wines in Italy. Nicknamed the “Balcony of Umbria,” this medieval gem sits high above rolling hills, its cobbled streets leading you to frescoed churches, family trattorias, and cellars pouring the legendary Montefalco Sagrantino. Here, wine …
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Clinging to the slopes of Mount Ingino, Gubbio is a medieval treasure that hasn’t lost an ounce of authenticity. Stone streets climb past Gothic palaces, Roman ruins, and churches that glow at sunset, making it easy to pack your list with unforgettable things to do in Gubbio. The town is famous for the wild energy …
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Orvieto rises on a volcanic plateau with views that stop you in your tracks before you even step inside its medieval walls. Gothic towers, cobbled alleys, and a jaw-dropping cathedral set the stage for a town packed with history and flavor. There are endless things to do in Orvieto, from wandering Etruscan tunnels to tasting …
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