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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Rome: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class near Vatican with WineYou’ll knead fresh pasta dough by hand with a local chef guiding you step by step near the Vatican. Taste your own fettuccine and ravioli with Roman sauces, sip wine or Spritz, then finish off with homemade tiramisu around a lively table. It’s hands-on, messy fun — and you’ll leave full in every sense.
Stromboli sunset trek: Volcanic eruptions at nightA sunset trek on Stromboli's volcanic trail to Sciara del Fuoco in the Aeolian Islands, guided by a volcanology expert to 400 meters altitude. You depart two hours before sunset from Piazza San Vincenzo, climb through Mediterranean scrub with views of Strombolicchio, reach the panoramic overlook as the sun colors the archipelago red, watch the summit craters erupt, and return downhill equipped with torches. Helmet and headlamp are provided; moderate fitness is required.Is it for me?Book this trek if you are arriving on Stromboli with an afternoon free and want to see the island's volcanic activity from the vantage point where it is most visible. The timing is fixed around the sunset and eruptions, so the day is arranged for you; you only need to show up fit enough to climb and descend on a volcanic trail in darkness.
Rome: Sistine Chapel & Vatican Museums Skip-The-Line TourYou skip the entry line and walk the Vatican Museums with an expert guide who explains Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel frescoes, Raphael's rooms, and the Basilica itself—all in three hours with a group under twelve. Skip-the-line tickets and escorted Basilica access are included, so you don't arrange them separately. Book at least 72 hours ahead if Basilica access is important to you.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Vatican sights in one morning without arranging tickets or navigating the museums alone—the skip-the-line access and expert guide are what turn a three-hour window into a real understanding of what you're seeing.
Mount Etna North: 2002 Crater Hike & Volcanic LandscapesYou’ll walk across Mount Etna’s northern lava fields with a volcanological guide, see ruins swallowed by the 2002 eruption, peer into explosive craters, and feel volcanic gravel shift under your boots. The silence and strange beauty linger long after you return — it’s not just another hike.
Naples: Pizza & Tiramisu Cooking Class with DrinksYou’ll roll up your sleeves in a real Neapolitan kitchen, learning pizza dough secrets and layering creamy tiramisu under Antonio’s watchful eye—all while sipping prosecco and laughing over language mishaps. Savor your handmade creations fresh from the oven, share limoncello or espresso with new friends, and leave Naples carrying both recipes and memories that linger longer than any souvenir.
Rome Trastevere: Food Tour with Local Guide & WineYou walk through Trastevere with a local foodie guide, stopping at five carefully chosen spots to taste handmade biscuits, Roman cheeses, supplì, carbonara, and artisanal gelato—eating a full meal across the neighborhood without sitting down at a restaurant. Small groups mean your guide actually talks to you, explains the history behind each dish, and shares the kind of tips locals use. English and Italian throughout, water and one drink included, no separate meal bill at the end.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat what Romans actually order without spending the evening at a single restaurant table, and you'd rather have a local explain the history and ingredients than figure it out yourself. Small groups mean your guide isn't rushing through five stops with twenty people; they're actually talking to you.
Capri: Private Gozzo Boat Tour with Grottos & FaraglioniYou’ll glide along Capri’s coastline on a private Gozzo boat with a local skipper, swimming in emerald water near sea grottoes and passing under the Faraglioni rocks. Expect laughter with your guide, quiet moments away from crowds, and plenty of time to soak up sun or jump in for a salty swim—leaving you with memories that stick long after you dry off.
Sicilian Cooking Class in Palermo: Market to TableA cooking class in Palermo that begins at one of the city's oldest markets, where you pick ingredients for the day, then move to an air-conditioned kitchen to prepare a four-course traditional Sicilian meal—starter, pasta, main and dessert—before sitting down to eat it together with Sicilian wines and homemade liqueurs. The class runs about four and a half hours and suits cooks of any level, including children from age seven.Is it for me?Start your morning in one of Palermo's oldest markets, hand-picking ingredients alongside your instructor, then move to the kitchen to cook what you've found—this is how Sicilian cooks actually work.
Civitavecchia: Food Tasting & Roman History with Local GuideYou walk through Civitavecchia's Roman and medieval core with a knowledgeable local guide, stopping to taste Italian breakfast, local pizza, and market produce, finishing with a final tasting at a traditional spot. The small group size and fixed schedule mean you see the real city without arranging transport or worrying about missing your ship.Is it for me?Book this if you're docking in Civitavecchia and want to taste the actual food and see the real city in the time you have before your ship leaves—the fixed schedule and port-to-port route mean you don't have to think about transport or timing.
Dolomites Full-Day Tour from Lake Garda: Pordoi Pass & OrtiseiYou travel by air-conditioned bus with a guide who provides live commentary on the drive north through the Dolomites. The day includes stops at Soraga Lake for photos, the Pordoi Pass at 7,300 feet with free time for lunch and mountain views, and Ortisei village for shopping and walking. Pickup and return are from Lake Garda, and the full day takes around ten hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Dolomites peaks and valleys in one day without arranging your own transport or figuring out which villages to visit — the fixed route and timing pack three distinct stops into a single afternoon, and the altitude gain happens on the bus instead of on foot.
Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Private Tour with PickupA private guided tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum with hotel or port pickup, driver and licensed guide included. You walk the Forum, the House of the Vettii, the Stabian Baths and the Great Theatre in Pompeii, then move to Herculaneum to see the boat remains and restored homes buried by the same eruption. Mount Vesuvius entry is optional at checkout. The tour runs 8 to 9 hours; dress is casual and moderate fitness helps with the walking and the optional volcano climb.Is it for me?See both Pompeii and Herculaneum in one port day with a driver and guide handling logistics, or add Mount Vesuvius to stand at the crater that buried these Roman cities in AD 79.
Syracuse, Ortigia & Noto: Walking Tour from Catania with Archaeological Park EntryYou’ll walk ancient stones in Syracuse’s archaeological park, taste Sicilian flavors at Ortigia’s lively market, and feel Noto’s golden light on your skin. With a local guide leading and entry tickets included, this day trip lets you soak up history and everyday life side by side.
Lecce: Jewish Museum & Baroque Churches Walking TourYou descend into the Underground Jewish Museum to see medieval purification tanks, then walk through Lecce's historic center with a guide who explains the Baroque symbols carved into the Basilica of Santa Croce, the Roman remains in Piazza Sant'Oronzo, and the cathedral complex at Piazza Duomo. Museum entry is included, and the route is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to understand Lecce's layered history—Jewish medieval, Roman, and Baroque—without having to navigate the city alone or piece together which buildings matter and why.
Path of the Gods Hike from Sorrento: Amalfi Coast Walk & TransferYou’ll start with pickup from Sorrento and follow your local guide along rocky trails through vineyards and ancient terraces on the Path of the Gods hike. Taste fresh cheese from a farmer, pause above old monasteries, and watch Capri appear through shifting clouds. By journey’s end, you’ll carry those Amalfi Coast views with you—long after your legs stop aching.
Sardinia Baunei Coast: Boat Tour to Cala Mariolu & GoloritzèYou’ll ride a small boat along Sardinia’s Baunei coast with a local skipper, stopping at famous spots like Cala Mariolu for swimming and relaxing on powdery beaches. Drift past the limestone arch at Goloritzè, explore secret caves only reachable by sea, and soak up sun with plenty of free time at each cove. It’s salty air, laughter, and those unreal blue waters — hard to forget.
Verona e-bike tour: City center and Castel San Pietro viewsAn e-bike tour of Verona's historic center and surrounding hills, led by a local English-speaking guide over three hours. You ride from the Arco dei Gavi through Porta Borsari, Piazza Brà and the Arena, then climb to Castel San Pietro for views across rooftops and the Adige River before descending to Basilica di San Zeno. Morning and afternoon departures run with a minimum of two participants; children must be at least 14 years old and 155 cm tall.Is it for me?Book the morning tour if you want the city before the crowds gather in the squares; the afternoon tour suits a free day after arrival or a second-day exploration when you've found your bearings. Either way, the e-bike removes the strain of climbing the hills, so you stay present for the guide's stories instead of catching your breath.
Florence: Oltrarno Food & Wine Tour with Negroni ClassYou’ll wander Florence’s Oltrarno with a local guide, tasting Chianti wine, learning to mix your own Negroni cocktail, sharing plates of Tuscan pasta and Florentine steak in a cozy trattoria, and finishing with artisan gelato. Expect laughter, real stories behind ancient wine windows, and flavors you’ll remember long after you’ve left Florence.
Rome: Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill with Local GuideYou get skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a certified local guide who knows the archaeology and the stories. All three tickets are included, the group stays under 25 people, and you move through the sites in a set order that makes historical sense. A headset keeps you connected to the guide even in crowds. Plan for a full morning—the tour covers serious ground and requires moderate fitness for climbing and standing.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want the three major ancient sites in one organized morning without arranging separate tickets or navigating entry lines themselves. Expect a full morning of walking and climbing with moderate physical demand—that's what lets you cover serious historical ground with someone who actually knows it.
Florence: Perfume Masterclass & Create Your Own FragranceYou’ll step into an atmospheric Florentine lab dating back centuries, guided by a master perfumer as you blend your own signature fragrance from rare essences. Enjoy stories of Renaissance alchemists over coffee or tea before bottling your creation—a personalized scent that will always remind you of Florence’s hidden corners and gentle light.
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Early Access Tour Skip LineYou’ll enter Vatican City before most visitors arrive, guided through silent galleries and past masterpieces in near solitude. Marvel at Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling after your guide shares its secrets, then skip long lines into St. Peter’s Basilica to wander at your own pace. It’s an early start—but you’ll remember that hush long after you leave.
