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Italy is best experienced beyond the headline sights. We've gathered 11 hand-picked experiences that bring together food, ancient history, coastal scenery, wine, boats and adventure.

11 experiences5 destinationsFood • History • Wine • Adventure
Hand-picked in Italy

La Dolce Vita

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RomeNaples & PompeiiIschiaAmalfi CoastVeniceSicily← Europe
How we chose them

Don't just see Italy. Experience it.

Our Italy collection focuses on activities that add something to a trip: learning how to cook local food, walking through ancient history with a guide, tasting wine where it is made, getting out on the water, or seeing a landscape from a completely different angle.

Lazio

Rome

5 experiences
Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour
Tours & History • Rome

Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica on a guided tour.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour
History • Rome

Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour

Discover ancient Rome with a guided visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Ancient burial tunnel in the Catacombs of Rome, image from GetYourGuide
History • Rome

Underground Rome: San Callisto Catacombs Guided Experience

Explore the San Callisto Catacombs on a guided underground history experience.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Rome: Borghese Gallery & Gardens Small-Group Tour
Art & Gardens • Rome

Rome: Borghese Gallery & Gardens Small-Group Tour

Discover the Borghese Gallery and gardens with a small-group guide.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Castel Sant’Angelo in Rome beside the Tiber River
History • Rome

Rome: Castel Sant’Angelo Entry Ticket & Digital Audioguide

Visit Castel Sant’Angelo with an entry ticket and digital audio guide.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Campania

Naples & Pompeii

5 experiences
Jenn and her partner holding freshly made pasta at their Naples cooking class; Jenn wears a red dress
Food & Wine • Naples

Naples: Pasta Making & Tiramisu with Free-Flowing Wine

Make pasta and tiramisu in Naples and enjoy free-flowing wine during the experience.

Why we'd pick it: Food is part of the story of Italy, and a cooking experience gives you something to take home beyond photographs.
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Our photo of the Pompeii ruins, showing ancient stone buildings and pathways
History • Pompeii

Pompeii with an Archaeologist

Step into the ancient city of Pompeii on a guided tour led by an archaeologist.

Why we'd pick it: The guide adds historical context to one of Italy's most extraordinary archaeological sites.
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Our photo of the Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background
Day Trips • Naples

From Naples: Pompeii & Vesuvius Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Take a guided day trip from Naples to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius, with lunch included.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Naples: Maschio Angioino Entry Ticket with Smart Guide
History • Naples

Naples: Maschio Angioino Entry Ticket with Smart Guide

Visit Naples’ Maschio Angioino castle with an entry ticket and smart guide.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino) in Naples, photographed during the trip
Walking Tours • Naples

Napoli 2.5-Hour Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Get to know Naples on a 2.5-hour walking tour led by a local guide.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Campania

Ischia

4 experiences
Ischia thermal park tour — coastal landscape from the Italy trip
Wellness • Ischia

Ischia: Giardini Poseidon Thermal Park Official Entry Ticket

Spend time at Giardini Poseidon, Ischia’s thermal park, with an official entry ticket.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Ischia island tour — rocky coastline and clear Mediterranean water
Island Tours • Ischia

Ischia: Island Tour with a Free Stop in Sant’Angelo

Explore Ischia on an island tour that includes free time in Sant’Angelo.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Ischia boat tour — panoramic bay and coastal scenery
Boat Tours • Ischia

Ischia Island Boat Tour with Appetizer & Swimming Stops

Cruise around Ischia with an appetizer and stops for swimming.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Vineyard rows on a hillside for an Ischia vineyard and wine-tasting experience
Food & Wine • Ischia

Ischia Wine Tasting Experience, Vineyard Tour & Transfer

Enjoy a vineyard visit and wine tasting on Ischia, with transfer included.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Campania

Amalfi Coast

5 experiences
Lemons & Breathtaking Views: Amalfi Monumental Garden Tour
Food & Culture • Amalfi

Lemons & Breathtaking Views: Amalfi Monumental Garden Tour

Discover Amalfi’s monumental garden, lemon culture and scenic coastal views.

Why we'd pick it: It offers a slower, more local-feeling way to experience the Amalfi Coast beyond the usual viewpoints.
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Vineyard, Historic Wine Cellar & Lemon Grove
Food & Wine • Amalfi Coast

Vineyard, Historic Wine Cellar & Lemon Grove

Pair the scenery of the Amalfi Coast with a vineyard, historic cellar and lemon grove.

Why we'd pick it: Wine and lemons are two memorable flavors of the coast, making this a natural fit for food-focused travelers.
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From Sorrento: Positano, Amalfi & Ravello Amalfi Coast Tour
Coastal Day Trips • Sorrento

From Sorrento: Positano, Amalfi & Ravello Amalfi Coast Tour

Explore Positano, Amalfi and Ravello on a tour departing from Sorrento.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Travelers overlooking the Amalfi Coast near Ravello
Walking Tours • Ravello

Ravello Guided Walking Tour

Discover Ravello on a guided walking tour.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Blue water inside a coastal sea cave on the southern Italian coast
Boat Tours • Amalfi Coast

Amalfi, Positano & Ravello Boat Tour from Sorrento

See the Amalfi Coast from the water on a boat tour departing from Sorrento.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Veneto

Venice

4 experiences
Doge’s Palace grand hall in Venice
History • Venice

Doge's Palace, New Prisons & St. Mark's Basilica

Explore Venice's most iconic historic landmarks with a guided tour.

Why we'd pick it: A guided visit helps turn famous buildings into a story rather than a checklist.
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Gondola passing Doge’s Palace in Venice
Water & Romance • Venice

Off-the-Beaten-Path Private Gondola Ride

See Venice from the water with a more intimate gondola experience away from the standard route.

Why we'd pick it: The private format makes the classic gondola experience feel more personal and gives you a chance to see beyond the busiest routes.
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Venetian cicchetti and wine tasting
Food & Wine • Venice

Sunset Food & Wine Walking Tour

Experience Venice at golden hour while tasting local food and wine.

Why we'd pick it: Sunset, neighborhood walking and local flavors are a great combination for travelers who want to experience Venice through more than monuments.
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Venice water taxi on the Grand Canal
Travel Smart • Venice

Shared Water Taxi to Marco Polo Airport

Make the journey to Marco Polo Airport simple with a shared water taxi transfer.

Why we'd pick it: In Venice, the journey to the airport can be part of the experience — and the water is the city's defining transportation route.
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Sicily

Sicily

14 experiences
Mount Etna Winery Tour & Tasting
Food & Wine • Sicily

Mount Etna Winery Tour & Tasting

Taste wines grown in the unique volcanic landscape around Mount Etna.

Why we'd pick it: It combines one of Sicily's most distinctive landscapes with an experience centered on local wine.
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Mount Etna Summit Hiking — Up to 3,400m
Adventure • Sicily

Mount Etna Summit Hiking — Up to 3,400m

Take on a guided Mount Etna summit hike for a true Sicilian adventure.

Why we'd pick it: For active travelers, this is the adventure option in the collection — a chance to experience Etna on foot.
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Boats and clear water in the bay.
Water & Adventure • Taormina

Taormina Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Prosecco

Combine the Sicilian coast, snorkeling and a relaxing boat experience with Prosecco.

Why we'd pick it: It adds a completely different side of Sicily after days spent exploring towns and historic sites.
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Catania Walking Tour in the Heart of the City
Walking Tours • Catania

Catania Walking Tour in the Heart of the City

Explore the heart of Catania on a guided city walking tour.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Catania Street Food Guided Walking Tour
Food & Culture • Catania

Catania Street Food Guided Walking Tour

Taste local specialties while exploring Catania on a guided street-food walk.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Mount Etna Trek to 3,000m with Cable Car & 4x4
Adventure • Mount Etna

Mount Etna Trek to 3,000m with Cable Car & 4x4

Head up Mount Etna on a trek that uses a cable car and 4x4 transport.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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From Milazzo: Lipari & Vulcano Day Trip
Island Hopping • Milazzo

From Milazzo: Lipari & Vulcano Day Trip

Take a day trip from Milazzo to the Aeolian islands of Lipari and Vulcano.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Messina: Discover Milazzo, Capo Milazzo & Nature Reserve
Coastal Tours • Milazzo

Messina: Discover Milazzo, Capo Milazzo & Nature Reserve

Discover Milazzo, Capo Milazzo and the local nature reserve on a guided outing.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Taormina: Isola Bella, Grotta Azzurra & Baia di Mazzarò Boat Tour
Boat Tours • Taormina

Taormina: Isola Bella, Grotta Azzurra & Baia di Mazzarò Boat Tour

Explore the coastline near Taormina, including Isola Bella, Grotta Azzurra and Baia di Mazzarò.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Together at Taormina’s ancient theatre.
History • Taormina

Taormina: Guided Tour of the Ancient Theater

Learn about Taormina’s ancient theater on a guided visit.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Siracusa Street Food Guided Walking Tour
Food & Culture • Syracuse

Siracusa Street Food Guided Walking Tour

Sample local food while walking through Syracuse with a guide.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Syracuse: Neapolis Archaeological Park Private Tour
Archaeology • Syracuse

Syracuse: Neapolis Archaeological Park Private Tour

Explore the Neapolis Archaeological Park on a private tour.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Syracuse: Ortygia & Maniace Sunset Walking Tour
Walking Tours • Syracuse

Syracuse: Ortygia & Maniace Sunset Walking Tour

Walk through Ortygia and around Maniace at sunset with a guide.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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Wine Tasting Experience: Etna Nord
Food & Wine • Mount Etna North

Wine Tasting Experience: Etna Nord

Enjoy a wine-tasting experience in the Etna Nord area.

Why we'd pick it: This experience adds a memorable local perspective to your Italy trip.
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