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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Palermo: Sicilian Cooking Class & Dinner with Local FamilyYou’ll cook classic Sicilian dishes in Palermo alongside Antonio’s family—chopping eggplant for caponata, rolling swordfish or beef, sharing laughs over homemade linguine and semifreddo pistachio. Expect hands-on tips you’ll actually remember, dinner outdoors with local wine, and stories that linger long after you leave the table.
Venice Murano & Burano Private Boat Tour with Glass & LaceYou’ll board a private boat from Venice with a local guide, watch master glassblowers at work in Murano, stroll Burano’s colorful lanes tasting bussolai cookies, and meet Anna in her lace workshop. Every stop feels personal — you’ll hear laughter in kitchens and see sunlight bounce off canals. It’s not just sights; it’s little moments that stay with you.
Rome: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class near Trevi FountainYou’ll roll pasta dough by hand in a sunlit Roman studio near Trevi Fountain, guided by locals who make you laugh even when your ravioli falls apart. Taste fresh fettuccine and homemade tiramisu you crafted yourself—plus prosecco and olives to start things off right. This isn’t just a cooking class; it’s an afternoon you’ll remember whenever you see flour on your hands.
Private Taormina Walking Tour: Greek Theatre & Hidden StreetsA private walking tour of Taormina led by a guide who has lived in the town for over 30 years, covering the Greek Theatre of Taormina, Piazza IX Aprile, the Taormina Roman Odeon, Corvaja Palace, Piazza Duomo, and the medieval Jewish quarter. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French and one additional language, and the tour runs 2 to 3 hours. Wheelchair accessible; strollers welcome; service animals permitted.Is it for me?The tour covers 2 to 3 hours of walking on uneven medieval streets and through the old town, so it suits travelers who are comfortable on foot and want to move at a conversational pace rather than a rushed one. If you prefer to sit while learning about a place, or if steep terrain and narrow passages are difficult for you, a different format would work better.
Sorrento, Positano & Amalfi: Private Day Tour with LimoncelloYou’ll ride from Naples along cliff roads scented with lemons, tasting real limoncello in Sorrento before gazing over Positano’s pastel houses from Antonio’s favorite viewpoint. Wander Amalfi’s old streets with your guide, snack on street food by the cathedral steps, and end up feeling like you’ve lived a little slice of southern Italy yourself.
Rome to Amalfi Coast: High-Speed Train & Positano Ferry Day TripYou board the high-speed train in Rome, arrive in Salerno mid-morning, then ferry to Positano for a swim and lunch, followed by a guided walk through Amalfi's cathedral and a limoncello tasting before returning by train. All rail tickets, ferry rides, and the local guide are included; you choose where to eat and how to spend your free time in each town.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see the Amalfi Coast without driving the mountain roads yourself — the train and ferries handle the transport, and a guide meets you at each stop so you're not figuring out logistics alone. Expect a full day out (roughly 12 hours total), which is what makes visiting two towns and swimming possible in one trip.
Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Spanish TourYou walk through three of Rome's most significant ancient sites in a single morning or afternoon, moving from the Palatine Hill through the Roman Forum to the Colosseum. A Spanish-speaking guide with headphones explains the history and connections between the sites. Entry fees and reservation charges are included. The tour runs 3 hours with groups of 25 or fewer, and you need to arrive on time with your ID matching your booking name.Is it for me?Book this if you want Rome's three most significant ancient sites covered in one morning or afternoon without arranging separate tickets or figuring out the route yourself — the Spanish guide and included entry fees mean you show up and walk, nothing else to organize.
Rome Pizza Cooking Class Piazza Navona & WineYou learn to make pizza from a skilled chef in a wooden-oven kitchen at Piazza Navona, then sit down and eat it with wine, bruschetta, and limoncello included. The class runs in English, stays small, and takes place in the restaurant itself—no separate facility, no long commute, no hidden costs after the meal.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn pizza-making in Rome's most recognizable location without traveling to an out-of-the-way cooking school—the central position on Piazza Navona is what makes the whole experience feel less like a class and more like dinner with a skill attached.
Pompeii & Villa of Mysteries Tour with ArchaeologistA 3-hour guided tour of Pompeii and the Villa of the Mysteries led by an archaeologist in a small group (max 20 people), starting at Porta Marina Superiore and moving through the Forum, a preserved Domus, the Great Theatre, the Stabian Baths, and ending at the Villa of the Mysteries. The tour timing is chosen to avoid crowds, and entry to both the Archaeological Park and the Villa is included. Not suitable for visitors with mobility challenges due to uneven terrain.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want an archaeologist's interpretation of what you're seeing rather than a surface-level walk-through—the guide's expertise transforms the ruins from a visual record into a readable account of how people actually lived and believed. The small group and timed entry avoid the worst of the crowds without sacrificing depth.
Snorkeling La Maddalena: Catamaran with LunchA sailing catamaran tour of the Maddalena Archipelago in Sardinia with snorkeling equipment, Sardinian lunch and park admission included. The skipper chooses between Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria and Razzoli islands based on wind and waves, and you decide how long to stay at each stop. The boat holds small groups and carries a certified sailing instructor and lifeguard who speaks English or Italian.Is it for me?Small groups work best here because the skipper can adjust stops and timing around what the group wants to do—if half the boat wants to snorkel longer at one island and the other half wants to move on, the day still holds together. Book this if you want to sail and swim without a fixed itinerary, or if you're new to snorkeling and want a lifeguard in the water with you.
Puglia Day Trip: Ostuni, Alberobello & Polignano a Mare TourYou’ll wander Ostuni’s maze of white alleys, catch sweeping valley views in Locorotondo, touch the ancient stones of Alberobello’s trulli, and breathe salty air above Polignano’s cliffs—all with hotel pickup from Lecce and stories from a local guide. Expect real moments: laughter in narrow streets, olive oil on your hands, and time to let Puglia sink in.
Rome: Colosseum Express Tour with Forum & Palatine HillYou’ll step straight into Rome’s Colosseum with a guide who brings its stories alive before handing over tickets for Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum. Wander at your own pace among ancient stones, soak up sunlight and echoes from centuries past, and leave with more than just photos — maybe even a new favorite spot to pause in Rome.
Lake Garda Wine Tasting & Food in Lazise VineyardsYou tour the vineyard with the owners, taste six wines sourced from the property, and eat local cheeses, cold cuts and olive oil while sitting in the rows. The farm is 2km outside Lazise, has wheelchair access, and can adjust timing if you book ahead — which matters if you're relying on public transport or want to time it around other plans.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand where the wine actually comes from and have time to sit and talk — the small-group format and the owners' presence make it feel like visiting friends rather than running through a checklist.
Naples: Pompeii, Sorrento & Amalfi Coast Full-Day TourYou visit Pompeii's preserved Roman streets with a certified guide or independently, taste authentic limoncello in Sorrento with free time to explore, and stop at Positano's clifftop viewpoint on the Amalfi Coast. Pickup from Naples or the cruise terminal is included, along with water, transport, and a small group under twenty passengers. The whole day takes eight to ten hours, and the order of stops can adjust based on your preferences.Is it for me?Book this if you're a cruise passenger or visitor with one day to see Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento without arranging transport, tickets, and timing yourself—the fixed pickup and small-group format handle the logistics so you focus on the stops.
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel: Skip-the-Line Private TourYou skip the entrance line, walk through the Vatican Museums with an art historian who knows the stories behind each room, stand in the Sistine Chapel without a crowd, see Michelangelo's Pietà in St. Peter's Basilica, and finish in the square. Three hours, one guide, no separate tickets or logistics to arrange. The fast-access entry is what makes the whole morning feel unhurried instead of crammed.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Vatican's main attractions in three hours without spending the first hour in an entrance queue or buying tickets separately — the private guide and fast access are what make that possible.
Rome: St. Peter's Dome Climb & Sistine Chapel with Vatican MuseumsYou climb 320 steps to the top of St. Peter's Dome at dawn, descend to see the Pietà and Basilica interior, then move through Vatican Museums with a guide who explains the Pio-Clementino sculptures, Raphael Rooms, and Gallery of Maps before finishing in the Sistine Chapel. Timed entry and early start mean you skip the worst crowds. Dress code applies: knees and shoulders covered, no hats or flip-flops.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want the Dome, Basilica, Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel in one route without arranging separate tickets or navigating the crowds alone. The early start and timed entry mean you move through each space at a steady pace, and the guide's explanations let you understand what you're seeing rather than just look at it. Expect stairs, walking, and a moderate level of physical fitness required—that's what makes the Dome climb and the full Vatican route possible in one morning.
Rome Street Food Tour: Campo de' Fiori, Jewish Ghetto & GelatoYou’ll walk Rome’s tangled streets with a local guide, tasting supplì near Campo de’ Fiori, crunching into fried artichoke in the Jewish Ghetto, and ending with real gelato by ancient ruins. Expect laughter, local stories you won’t find in guidebooks, and flavors that stick with you long after you leave.
Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano: Private Boat Day Trip MilanYou’ll start your day trip from Milan exploring Como’s medieval squares before crossing Lake Como by private boat to Bellagio for lunch and wandering its famous alleys. Cruise past movie-famous villas with a local guide sharing stories along the way. End your journey tasting chocolate in Swiss Lugano — all in one day that feels both relaxed and full of surprises.
Dolomites Day Trip Venice: Cortina & Lake MisurinaYou're driven from Venice into the Dolomites for a full day that includes a walk around Lake Misurina, lunch with mountain views, a visit to Cortina d'Ampezzo (the 2026 Winter Olympics host), and stops at scenic viewpoints. An English-speaking driver handles the route and timing, so you don't navigate or arrange transport yourself — you just show up and spend the day in the mountains.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Dolomites highlights in one day without renting a car or navigating mountain roads — the fixed itinerary and included transport mean you spend the day looking at the scenery instead of planning the route.
Taormina: Pizza Making Class & Lunch with Local ChefYou’ll roll up your sleeves in Taormina’s kitchen, learn from a local chef how to make real Italian pizza from scratch (yes, you’ll get messy), then share your creations at lunch with new friends. Expect laughter over lopsided dough and maybe a new respect for Sicilian hands.
