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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Snorkeling in Palermo: Sunset boat with aperitifA 2.5-hour boat tour from Palermo's Trapezoidal Pier sails to the Queen's Grotto for snorkeling with underwater scooters, masks and noodles, then anchors for an authentic Sicilian aperitif of sfincione, arancine, panelle, croquettes and espresso cannoli, plus Aperol Spritz for adults and Coke for children. The captain picks between Lady Grace (vintage, max 8 people) or Baloo (modern, max 18 people) based on your group size and weather. Vegan and gluten-free options available with 24 hours' notice.Is it for me?The tour departs from the Trapezoidal Pier at Marina Yachting in central Palermo, so you don't need a car or a second transfer—walk to the pier or take public transport nearby, and the boat handles the rest of the day. The captain picks the boat size and route based on your group and the weather, which means the timing and comfort are already decided for you instead of something you arrange.
Florence: City Highlights Bike Tour with Gelato StopsYou’ll pedal through Florence’s historic streets with a local guide, stopping for real gelato near Piazza Santa Croce and crossing legendary bridges like Ponte Vecchio. Hear stories about Medici secrets, see Dante’s house up close, and enjoy the city’s energy from your own bike seat. You’ll finish feeling more connected to Florence—and maybe craving another affogato.
Pompeii: Private Walking Tour & Family Activities OptionYou’ll wander Pompeii’s ancient streets with a private guide who brings history alive through stories, mosaics, and secret corners. With the family option, kids get maps and games that keep everyone engaged. Expect laughs, unexpected details (yes, even brothels), and real moments that stick with you long after you leave.
Valpolicella Wine Tour: 2 Wineries, Amarone Tasting & LunchA wine tour through Valpolicella from Verona that visits two boutique wineries, where you meet the producers, walk through vineyards to learn the indigenous grapes, and taste limited-edition Amarone and IGT wines. The day includes a traditional light lunch with local DOP cheeses, salami, bruschetta and grilled polenta served inside a historic winery, plus panoramic stops across the Amarone hills. A certified local driver leads the tour in English or Italian, and the experience lasts around five hours.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste Amarone at the source and meet the people who make it, rather than visit a crowded tasting room. The small-group format, the producers' personal attention, and the lunch inside the winery make this a day where you're a guest, not a customer on a schedule.
Gorropu Canyon Sardinia Guided Hike 7km Europe's Deepest CanyonSu Gorropu canyon guided hike in Sardinia is a 7-kilometer trek through towering limestone cliffs, ancient holm oak forests, and a river gorge carved 500 meters deep. The tour includes a local guide fluent in English, Italian or French; hotel pickup and drop-off; and a driver who takes you off-road to the trailhead near Orosei. Children from age 6 are welcome, and the full day runs 8 hours, with 4.5 hours of active hiking.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a guide who knows the canyon's geology, legends and wildlife rather than hiking it alone—the local expertise turns the walk into a story about Sardinia itself, and the shared transfer means you don't need a rental car to reach the trailhead.
Accademia Gallery & David Tour Florence: Skip the LineThis guided tour of Florence's Accademia Gallery skips the entrance line and takes you straight to Michelangelo's David, the Prisoners, and other Renaissance works in a single hour with an English-speaking guide. Groups stay under 18 people. You can also upgrade to a half-day tour combining the Accademia and the Uffizi Gallery on the same morning.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're in Florence for a day or less and want to see David without spending hours in a queue. The one-hour format and skip-the-line entry mean you move straight to the sculptures instead of waiting at the door, which matters when your time in the city is tight.
Taormina: Sicilian Cooking Class & Lunch with Local ChefYou’ll start with coffee in central Taormina before learning to cook classic Sicilian dishes side-by-side with a local chef. Get your hands into fresh pasta dough, taste caponata as it sizzles, then share a lively lunch with regional wine. You’ll leave full — and probably grinning — with an apron and certificate as reminders.
Rome: Appian Way E-Bike Tour & Caracalla BathsYou ride an e-bike from Circus Maximus through the Appian Way's ancient mausoleums, churches, and aqueducts, stopping at the Baths of Caracalla and several imperial villas. A professional local guide handles the history and context while the electric bikes handle the climbs. The tour runs three hours with groups of six maximum, or you can book it private. You don't enter the catacombs on this tour, but you'll ride directly over them and learn what's below.Is it for me?Book this if you want to cover the Appian Way's major sites in one morning without arranging separate transport or entry tickets—the e-bikes let you move between stops quickly enough to see everything in three hours, which is what makes the full route possible in a single tour.
Rome: Private Golf Cart Tour with Hotel Pickup & Custom RouteYou’ll zip through Rome’s winding streets by private golf cart with a local guide who adapts each stop to your interests—whether it’s ancient ruins like the Colosseum or quieter corners near Villa Borghese. Expect hotel pickup if you’re staying central, plenty of photo stops, and small surprises like gelato breaks or quick lessons in Italian gestures along the way.
Milan: Last Supper & Sforza Castle with Skip-the-LineYou skip the line at Santa Maria delle Grazie, stand in front of Leonardo's Last Supper for 15 minutes with a guide's explanation and headset, then walk to Sforza Castle's exterior for a guided tour of the fortress and its grounds. Entry, guide, and headsets are included; luggage must be deposited during the Last Supper viewing.Is it for me?Book this if you want Milan's two most-visited sites without spending the morning in entry queues—the guide and skip-the-line access are what make both stops fit into a single morning.
Rome: E-Bike Food Tour to Trastevere, Janiculum Hill & TestaccioYou’ll pedal quiet Roman streets by e-bike with a local guide, tasting fresh panini in Testaccio and gelato near Campo de’ Fiori. Climb Janiculum Hill for sweeping city views and wind through Trastevere’s cobbled lanes before sampling more street food in the Jewish Ghetto. Expect laughter, real flavors, and a side of Rome most visitors never quite see.
Valpolicella Winery Tour: Six wines, two estates, half dayYou’ll leave Verona for an afternoon among Valpolicella’s vineyards, tasting Amarone and other local wines where they’re actually made. With a guide who knows everyone by name, you’ll sample six wines paired with cheese and salumi, hear stories from winemakers themselves, and maybe find yourself quietly smiling at the view between sips.
Ghisallo Cycling Chapel tour from Bellagio: Road or e-bikeThis 3.5-hour guided cycling tour departs Bellagio and climbs to the Madonna del Ghisallo Cycling Chapel and Ghisallo Cycling Museum, the spiritual center of Italian cycling culture. You choose between a Bianchi Infinito road bike or T-Tronik e-bike, ride the official ascent of the Giro di Lombardia—a route steeped in cycling history—and visit both the sanctuary dedicated to the patron saint of cyclists and the museum's collection of memorabilia spanning over a century. A local English-speaking guide leads the group, and entry to the museum is included.Is it for me?The climb demands moderate fitness and a few hours of steady pedaling, so it suits riders who are comfortable on a bike and ready for a real ascent—the e-bike option is there if you want the motor to carry some of the load up the switchbacks.
Sestri Levante: Pesto Cooking Class & Wine Tasting with ChefYou’ll crush basil in a marble mortar for real Genovese pesto, knead focaccia dough with olive oil-slicked hands, taste five Ligurian wines guided by a local sommelier, and share laughs over handmade pasta in Sestri Levante’s lively kitchen atmosphere. Expect to leave with new skills, full pockets (of snacks), and maybe even a little flour on your clothes.
Herculaneum Naples: Small Group Tour & Ancient HousesYou walk through the preserved homes of wealthy Romans, see intact mosaics and original paint, then descend to the ancient beach where a wooden boat and human skeletons remain exactly as Vesuvius left them. A licensed guide explains how pyroclastic flows preserved Herculaneum differently and more completely than Pompeii, and small group size means you can linger on details and ask questions without feeling rushed.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Roman life preserved in detail without the crowds of Pompeii — Herculaneum is smaller and wealthier, which is exactly what makes the original decorations and intact wood survive here when they burned elsewhere.
Rome: Private Car Tour Colosseum, Catacombs & Trevi PickupYou’ll step into ancient Rome with a local guide—wandering beneath the Pantheon’s dome, descending into cool catacombs along the Appian Way, climbing the Spanish Steps and tossing your coin at Trevi Fountain. There’s time for espresso breaks and small surprises between stops. If you want Rome’s layers revealed without rushing or getting lost in crowds, this tour feels like someone letting you in on their city.
Rome: Colosseum & Vatican Private Tour from CivitavecchiaYou're picked up at Civitavecchia port and driven through Rome's nine major landmarks—Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, Aventine Hill, Circus Maximus, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and Vatican—in a private Mercedes with an English-speaking driver. Optional paid entries to Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica are available. The tour guarantees your return to the port on time, so you don't miss your ship.Is it for me?Book this if you're on a cruise and want to see Rome's major sights without arranging transport, tickets, or timing yourself—the private driver and guaranteed port return are what make a nine-stop itinerary possible in a single afternoon.
Rome: Borghese Gallery Small Group Art Tour & Fast EntryYou’ll step inside Rome’s Borghese Gallery with a small group and an art-loving guide who brings Bernini and Caravaggio to life right in front of you. Expect close-up moments with world-famous sculptures and paintings, plus stories that make each room feel personal. This tour includes your entrance ticket and guided walk—just bring your curiosity (and maybe comfy shoes).
Turin: City Bike Tour Past Mole Antonelliana & Egyptian MuseumYou’ll pedal through Turin’s elegant squares and along its leafy riverfront on this small-group bike tour, guided by a local who knows every shortcut and story. Expect laughter over mispronounced names, a break for gelato or coffee, and up-close views of landmarks like Mole Antonelliana and Valentino Park. It’s more than sightseeing — you’ll feel Turin’s rhythm under your wheels.
Florence: Sant'Ambrogio Market Food Tour & Street EatsYou’ll taste your way through Florence’s Sant’Ambrogio Market with a local guide who brings you into daily life—crunching schiacciata bread, sampling lampredotto if you’re brave, sipping wine among locals. Expect stories about Dante as you wander old streets and end with sweet cantucci cookies or gelato—the kind of food memories that linger long after you leave.
