Things to do in Italy
Florence Wine Tour91 optionsDay Trips from Milan5 optionsDay Trips from Rome21 optionsDay Trips from Florence14 optionsMurano Burano13 optionsLast Supper Tour Milan18 optionsBoat Tour Venice51 optionsFlorence Walking Tour171 optionsFlorence Museum Tours33 optionsMuseums15 optionsNaples Vesuvius Tour23 optionsSorrento Boat Tour83 options
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Florence: Chianti Bike Tour with Wine Tasting & LunchYou’ll pedal through the Chianti hills with a local guide, pass vineyards and castles, and pause for wine and olive oil tasting at a Tuscan villa. A traditional lunch is included—think simple dishes full of flavor—and there’s time to soak up the scenery before heading back to Florence. Expect laughter, good company, and those small moments that stick with you.
Mt. Etna & Taormina: Volcano Trek, Lava Cave & Village ExplorationYou get a guided walk or cable-car option on Mount Etna's lava fields, a helmet-and-lamp cave visit with local product tasting, then free afternoon time in Taormina to explore the Greek Theatre, medieval squares, and coastal views. Transport from Catania and a multilingual guide are included throughout.Is it for me?Right for families and mixed-fitness groups who want both the volcano and the village without arranging separate transport or timing — the full day structure is what fits both into one departure from Catania. Plan for an active morning on Etna (walking or cable car, your choice) and a slower afternoon wandering Taormina's streets and monuments.
Rome: Colosseum & Roman Forum Skip-the-Line with Expert GuideYou skip the Colosseum entry queue with timed tickets and walk straight to the arena floor with a professional guide. The tour covers the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill in one morning, with groups capped at six people. Entry fees and the reservation charge are included; bring your passport for ID verification at the gate.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want Rome's three most important ancient sites in one morning without arranging tickets or navigating the entry lines themselves. The timed-entry slot is what makes skipping the queue possible, and the small group size is what keeps the pace manageable and the guide's voice audible.
Bologna: Parmigiano Reggiano & Balsamic Factory Tours with LunchYou arrive at dawn in central Bologna, spend the morning watching Parmigiano Reggiano being made and aged, taste prosciutto at a working factory, and end in a balsamic vinegar aging room surrounded by decades-old barrels. Breakfast, tastings, and a full lunch with wine are included throughout. Plan for a full day out — that's what fits three factories and the drive between them.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand how Parmigiano Reggiano, prosciutto, and balsamic vinegar are actually made, not just taste them. The 7am start is what lets you catch the cheesemakers at work and fit three factories into one day.
Dolphin watching tour from Golfo Aranci: Bottlenose dolphinsA dolphin watching boat tour departing from Golfo Aranci in Sardinia that navigates the waters between Capo Figari and the island of Figarolo, where bottlenose dolphins have lived for over a decade. A guide in your language explains the dolphins' behavior and habits as the boat approaches the fish farm that draws them to feed. The tour runs 90 minutes and includes mineral water and iced tea on board.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to watch dolphins in their natural habitat without arranging a boat or guide yourself—the fixed departure times and on-board narration mean you show up and the rest is set. The year-round presence of the dolphin pod in these specific waters is what makes high sighting chances possible.
Florence: Uffizi, David & City Walking Tour with Skip-the-LineYou’ll wander Florence with an expert guide, skipping long lines at both Accademia (for Michelangelo’s David) and the Uffizi Gallery. Alongside iconic sights like the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, you’ll catch details most miss—like quiet moments in Piazza della Signoria or a lucky touch at Il Porcellino. Expect stories, laughter, and that strange feeling when history feels suddenly close.
Florence Skip the Line Accademia Tour: Michelangelo's CodeYou skip the entry line at the Accademia Gallery and spend time with a native Florentine guide who explains Michelangelo's David alongside five other masterpieces, revealing how the artist's work connects through a single creative vision. The tour uses images and metaphors so it works for families and first-time art viewers. Museum entry (24€) is separate from the tour price.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Michelangelo's artistic vision rather than just see the David. The guide is a native Florentine and actor who connects the works through a single creative thread, so you leave understanding not just what you saw but why it matters.
Boat tour Egadi Islands from Trapani: Favignana and LevanzoA full-day boat tour from Trapani to the Egadi Islands—Favignana and Levanzo—with a small group of up to 12 people, a live guide in English or Italian, and multiple swimming and snorkeling stops at named coves and sea caves. The boat departs at 10 a.m. and returns around 6 p.m., with snorkeling equipment, wine, water and lunch included; children are welcome from age one.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to swim and snorkel at multiple named coves and caves in one day without arranging the boat, the stops or the equipment yourself—the small group size and fixed schedule mean you move between islands on time and anchor long enough to actually explore the water instead of rushing between photo stops.
St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace: Gondola Ride IncludedYou get timed entry to both St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace with an expert guide explaining the mosaics, art, and Venetian political history, plus a 30-minute shared gondola ride through the canals. The timed tickets mean you skip the main admission lines at both sites, and everything—entry, guide, and the gondola—is included in one booking. Dress code is enforced (covered shoulders and knees), and your ID must match your ticket name.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Venice's two most important landmarks without spending the morning in entry lines, and you're comfortable with a shared gondola experience rather than a private one. The timed tickets and guide handle the logistics; you just show up with the right ID and dressed code-compliant.
Milan: Last Supper & Santa Maria delle Grazie Skip-the-LineYou skip the entry line and walk straight in with an authorized guide who explains Leonardo's technique, the painting's survival, and the Renaissance world around it. Entry and guide are included. You spend 15 minutes in the refectory itself, then move through the basilica's history. Plan for 90 minutes total, and bring ID.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand the Last Supper rather than just see it, and who'd rather skip the entry queue. The 15-minute limit inside the refectory is what keeps the painting preserved — and what makes a focused, guided experience possible instead of a crowded scramble.
Milan Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class: Make and EatA small-group cooking class in central Milan where you learn to make fresh pasta and tiramisu step by step, then sit down to eat what you've prepared with wine. The class runs three hours and welcomes children from age 5. You work at your own station in an authentic restaurant kitchen, guided in English through the traditional recipes—flour and eggs for the pasta, the full tiramisu method—and finish by tasting both dishes together over lunch or dinner.Is it for me?Book this if you want to actually make something with your hands and eat it the same day, not watch a chef cook while you stand by. The three-hour format fits a morning or afternoon without eating into the rest of your Milan itinerary, and the small-group setup means you're learning alongside other travelers, not in a crowd.
Polignano a Mare boat tour: 10km of caves and snorkelingA 90-minute boat tour from Polignano a Mare covers 10km of coastline with visits inside all the sea caves, a swim stop where snorkeling gear is provided, and an onboard aperitif with drinks. The guide speaks English, Italian and French, weaving historical detail and local anecdotes through the route. Music plays if guests want it, and sun shade is available on request.Is it for me?The boat stays on the water the whole time, so you do not need to swim to the caves or climb to reach them—the route works for swimmers and non-swimmers alike, and infants can sit on an adult's lap for the full 90 minutes.
Herculaneum Tour with Archaeologist: Small Group, 2 HoursA small-group guided tour of Herculaneum Archaeological Park with a licensed archaeologist, lasting 2 hours and including entry tickets and headsets. The guide walks you through the waterfront where over 300 skeletal remains were found, the Samnite house with its frescoed atrium, the thermal baths, the Temple of the Augustales, and a dozen other structures, pointing out not just stone and marble but carbonized wood and mosaics that survived the 79 AD eruption intact. Groups stay under 20 people per guide. The tour operates in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German; private transportation from Naples or Rome is available as an add-on option at checkout.Is it for me?An archaeologist reveals the stories behind Herculaneum's remarkably preserved details—wood, paint, mosaics, home layouts—while the small group size lets you ask questions as you explore, transforming ruins into a vivid picture of Roman life in 79 AD.
Capri & Blue Grotto Day Trip: Ferry, Chairlift & CoffeeYou’ll ride a fast ferry from Naples or Sorrento to Capri with your local guide, slip into the glowing Blue Grotto (if weather allows), soar up Mount Solaro by chairlift, and sip coffee in Capri’s lively piazzetta. Expect real island life—bright houses, sea air, laughter—and moments you’ll remember long after you leave.
Rome: Borghese Gallery Skip-the-Line Tour & Canova ArtYou’ll step straight into Rome’s Borghese Gallery with skip-the-line entry, guided by a local who brings Caravaggio and Canova alive right in front of you. Marvel at Bernini’s sculptures up close, then wander Villa Borghese gardens at your own pace after the tour ends. It’s more than just seeing art—it lingers with you.
Amalfi Coast Day Trip from Sorrento with Lunch & WineYou’ll wander Positano’s colorful lanes and taste fresh gelato by the marina before heading to Ravello for a relaxed lunch—think local mozzarella, homemade pasta, and crisp wine. With your guide sharing stories (and jokes), plus hotel pickup included, this Amalfi Coast day trip from Sorrento leaves you feeling full—in every sense of the word.
Venice Food Tour: Cannaregio Cicchetti & Prosecco TastingYou walk through Cannaregio with a local guide, stopping at five or six food spots to taste cicchetti, risotto, prosecco and a spritz while learning the history of the Jewish Ghetto and the quieter side of Venice. You don't arrange transport between stops or figure out which bacaro is worth the detour — the guide handles the route and the timing, and you just show up at the starting bakery ready to eat.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat the way Venetians do without spending the morning researching bacari or figuring out which alleys lead somewhere — the guide knows the neighborhood and the route is planned so you taste five different styles of Venetian food in one afternoon without backtracking.
Tuscany Wine Tour: 2 Wineries & San Gimignano from FlorenceYou meet your guide at Piazza della Calza at 9:45am and spend seven hours visiting two family-run wineries in the Chianti region, tasting eight wines plus olive oils and balsamic vinegar with local snacks. You'll walk through San Gimignano's medieval streets and towers, then return to Florence by 5:00pm. The minivan holds eight people, so groups stay manageable, and an English-speaking guide handles all the driving and commentary.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste real Tuscan wines at family-run estates and see San Gimignano's medieval towers without arranging your own transport, timing, or winery bookings — the fixed schedule and small group size mean you get a full day of Tuscany without the logistics.
Sorrento cooking class: Gnocchi, eggplant parmesan & tiramisùA four-hour cooking class in Sorrento where you make gnocchi, eggplant parmesan and tiramisù from scratch in a seaview family villa, then eat what you cooked with local wine and limoncello. The guide is a local who learned these recipes from her grandmother and teaches in English or Italian. Kitchen equipment, coffee and all ingredients are provided.Is it for me?The guide teaches in English or Italian, so you can follow comfortably in whichever language you prefer. Choose this class if you want hands-on instruction in a small, intimate setting rather than a larger group demonstration, and if learning recipes you can actually cook at home matters more than a quick overview.
Florence: Michelangelo's David Skip-the-Line Guided TourYou bypass the notorious Accademia queue and spend your time actually looking at David instead of standing in line. A guide walks you through Michelangelo's technique and the sculpture's hidden details while the museum is still manageable. You pay the €24 ticket in cash on the day, and the skip-the-line reservation is already locked in before you arrive.Is it for me?Right for travelers who land in Florence with limited time and don't want to lose a morning to the Accademia queue. The guide's knowledge turns the visit from a quick photo stop into an understanding of why this marble matters—and the skip-the-line part is what makes that possible in a single visit.
