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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Gaeta Boat Tour: Peninsula & Coastal Cliffs with GuideYou board a small tourist boat and spend the morning circling Gaeta's peninsula, watching fortifications and medieval churches reveal themselves from the sea, passing through a protected coastal park with limestone cliffs and sea caves, and hearing the guide explain each landmark's history and geology from the water. The boat never stops — it's all about the perspective you get from being on the water looking back at the land.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to understand Gaeta's unusual geography and see its medieval architecture and cliffs from the angle that actually reveals them. The tour stays on the boat, which is what makes the full peninsula loop possible in one morning without stops.
Montepulciano: Tuscan Cooking Class & Wine PairingYou spend a morning in a seven-generation Tuscan kitchen learning to make gnocchi, pappardelle, Chianina beef and tiramisu from a chef who grew up cooking these exact dishes with his grandmother. Four local wines are paired as you cook and taste each course. You leave knowing both the recipes and the reasoning behind them — how to choose ingredients, why flavors work together, how tradition adapts without disappearing.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn recipes that actually matter — ones with real history behind them — and understand the thinking that makes them work, rather than just follow steps. The small group format and Giacomo's background as both chef and sommelier mean you're getting genuine knowledge, not a performance.
Pompeii 2-Hour Private Tour: Forum & Theatre Skip-the-LineYou walk through Pompeii's Forum, bathhouses, and private homes with a licensed local guide who navigates the site to avoid crowds. You see body casts, mosaics, and a bakery frozen in time, plus the Great Theatre. Skip-the-line entry is included, so you start the tour immediately without waiting at the gate.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Pompeii story told by someone who knows the site well enough to skip the queues and crowds — two hours is enough only because Alex routes you past the essentials and avoids the bottlenecks.
Last Supper Tour Milan: Leonardo's hidden symbols decodedYou get a guided tour of Leonardo's Last Supper in Milan with an expert who decodes the hidden symbols, explains the Renaissance techniques, and walks you through the painting's survival story. A radioreceiver keeps you connected even in a crowded room. Entry tickets and the English-speaking guide are included, so you show up and learn.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to understand the Last Supper rather than just see it — the guide decodes the symbolism and explains why Leonardo's choices matter. Small groups and a radioreceiver mean you hear everything clearly, even when the room is full.
Sorrento: Amalfi Coast & Pompeii Private Tour with DriverYou get a private car with a local driver for the day, customizable stops across the Amalfi Coast (Positano, Amalfi, Ravello) or a trip to Pompeii's archaeological site, with parking and an air-conditioned vehicle included. The itinerary adapts to your pace and interests, and you skip the group-tour logistics entirely.Is it for me?Book this if you want to move at your own pace across the Amalfi Coast or to Pompeii without coordinating group timing, managing parking, or relying on public transport—the private car and local driver handle all of that, leaving you free to decide where to stop and how long to stay.
Chioggia Boat Tour: Canal Vena & Lagoon with Traditional TopaYou board a seven-meter traditional boat in Chioggia and navigate shallow canals, fishing zones and the town's main channel—spaces larger tour boats cannot reach. Your multilingual guide stops for photos on request and explains how the lagoon's tides shape daily life here. The small group size (five maximum) and restored boat design mean you move at a pace that lets you actually see and hear the place, not just pass through it. Book if you're already in the Veneto region and want to skip the Venice crowds for an hour.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in the Veneto region and want to see a working lagoon town from the water without the Venice crowds—the small boat size and shallow-draft design are what make the main canal accessible, and the fixed five-person limit is what keeps the pace slow enough to actually absorb the place.
Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour with Aperitif & SnorkelingYou’ll feel the Ligurian breeze as you cruise past Cinque Terre’s villages at sunset, stopping to swim in hidden coves before sharing an aperitif of local wine and snacks on deck. With a small group and a guide who knows every story behind these cliffs, expect laughter, golden light, and moments you’ll want to hold onto long after you’re back on land.
Canyoning San Teodoro: Abseiling & Emerald Pool SlidesYou get a half-day canyoning experience in Sardinia's Rio Pitrisconi canyon with a professional guide, full safety equipment, abseiling beside waterfalls, diving into emerald pools, rock slides and water trekking through the riverbed. Photos of the experience are included. The 4x4 transfer to the trailhead costs €10 extra and is paid in cash on the day.Is it for me?Right for travelers with moderate fitness who want an adrenaline day in nature without a long commitment. Plan for a few hours of active movement — abseiling, diving, climbing — which is exactly what makes the canyon experience complete.
Rome: Pasta & Tiramisù Cooking Class with Wine & ProseccoYou’ll roll fresh pasta dough by hand in central Rome, guided step-by-step by a local chef who keeps things light (and keeps your glass full). Taste your own fettuccine and tiramisù creations alongside regional wines. Expect laughter, flour everywhere, and that sweet moment when you realize you’re eating what you made yourself.
Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip by Train with Pizza LunchYou’ll race south on a high-speed train from Rome, wander through Pompeii’s haunting ruins with a local guide, and share real Neapolitan pizza before exploring Herculaneum’s preserved homes and frescoes. Expect small surprises — laughter over lunch, quiet moments among ancient stones — and memories that linger long after you’re back in your own city.
Pisa to Marina di Pisa: Bike Tour on Trammino Cycle PathYou cycle 20 kilometers round trip from central Pisa to the Tuscan coast on a flat, dedicated path through countryside and pine forests. The self-guided app navigates you past the Arno delta and traditional fishing nets to Marina di Pisa, where you swim, eat, or rest before riding back at your own pace. Bike, repair kit, and locker are all included.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Pisa beyond the tower without booking a guided tour or arranging transport — the flat path and included app mean you just show up and ride. Plan for a half-day out; the round trip is about 20 kilometers, which is manageable for families and casual cyclists, and the pace is entirely yours.
Rome: Gluten Free Pasta Cooking Class & LunchYou spend three hours learning to shape three types of gluten free pasta from scratch under chef Christian's guidance, then eat what you made for lunch with Roman sauces and sides. The class includes the pasta machine, all ingredients, a full meal, drinks and a 10% discount on products from the supplier. No experience needed — just show up ready to use your hands.Is it for me?Right for anyone managing a gluten free diet who wants to learn the real technique instead of working around a standard recipe — the class is built entirely around gluten free flour and methods, so you're not adapting someone else's class, and you eat lunch without any worry about cross-contamination.
Milan Fashion Tour: Montenapoleone with Industry InsidersA 1.5-hour private fashion tour of Milan's Montenapoleone district led by active Milanese fashion professionals, with VIP access to curated boutiques, designer studios and the original 2026 Runway magazine prop from the film set. The itinerary is fully customized to your style and tastes. Tours run in English or Italian; artisan studios may be closed on weekends, though a separate option pairs the tour with a one-hour atelier workshop for guaranteed access.Is it for me?Book the 1.5-hour tour on a weekday if you want to see how pieces are actually made in working ateliers; choose the Tour + Workshop option on a weekend to guarantee one hour inside a craftsperson's studio even when the standard artisan visits aren't available. The private format means the route adapts to what you're looking for, not the other way around.
Amalfi Coast: Sentiero dei Limoni Trek & Lemon TastingYou walk a three-kilometer path of lemon terraces between two coastal villages, mostly on stairs, with a local guide explaining the landscape and the history. Halfway through, you stop at a farm to taste lemon jam, liqueur and salad made from sfusato lemons grown right there. The walk takes about two hours, and you get free time at the end to sit with the view before heading back down.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying on the Amalfi Coast who want to walk the actual landscape instead of just looking at it from a bus. The stairs are the whole point — they're what keeps the terraces from being developed, which is why the lemon groves still look and smell like this.
Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Tour: Arena floor includedYou get three hours with a live guide, headsets so you hear clearly, and access to the Colosseum arena floor, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill — all in one morning. Entry tickets and reservation fees are built in. Arrive 30 minutes early with your ID and voucher, and plan for steady walking and climbing.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand the three main ancient sites in one focused morning without juggling separate tickets and entry times. Expect steady walking and climbing, especially on Palatine Hill, which is what gives you the full picture of how Rome was built and ruled.
Monterosso al Mare: Cinque Terre Boat Tour & Swim StopsYou board a traditional wooden boat in Monterosso and sail the Cinque Terre coast with a crew that actually lives here, stopping to swim and snorkel in two hidden spots. The tour includes snorkeling gear, towels, and a light Italian aperitivo with local products, all served on ceramic plates to keep plastic off the boat. Groups stay under 12 people, and departures happen daily at 11:30am, weather permitting.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Cinque Terre from the water without renting your own boat or joining a large group — the small size and local crew are what make the hidden coves and the unhurried pace possible in a single day.
Catania: Private Walking Tour with Custom Stops & PickupYou’ll meet your guide right at your hotel or apartment in Catania and set off together through lively markets and winding streets. Expect small surprises—a lesson in local phrases, tastes of street food, stories about daily life—and a flexible route shaped by your interests. You’ll end up feeling less like a tourist and more like you belong here.
Sorrento: Capri & Blue Grotto Boat Tour, Small GroupsYou board a boat with no more than seven other people and sail to Capri's Blue Grotto first, avoiding the queues that trap larger tours. The day includes the Green Grotto, White Grotto, Faraglioni Rocks, two swimming stops with drinks, and three hours free in Capri's center. You return to Sorrento by mid-afternoon with prosecco and the memory of floating in a cave that glows from below.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Blue Grotto without spending half the day in a queue—the small group size and early timing are what make that possible—and you're comfortable with a full day on the water with two swimming stops and three hours to walk around Capri on your own.
Rome: Evening Vespa Sidecar Tour & Gourmet Pizza TastingYou’ll ride through Rome’s glowing streets in a Vespa sidecar with a local guide sharing hidden stories along the way. Expect to taste gourmet pizza, see landmarks like Trevi Fountain and St. Peter’s Square under evening lights, and catch those small city moments most travelers miss. It’s lively, honest fun — and somehow feels personal even in a crowd.
Palermo: Sicilian Pasta & Tiramisu Class with WineYou spend three hours in a Palermo home learning to roll fresh pasta and make tiramisu from a local Cesarina, then sit down to eat it with wine. The class caps at twelve people, includes an aperitivo to start, and covers two pasta recipes plus the tiramisu. You leave knowing a skill, not just a recipe.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn a real cooking skill in an actual home rather than a classroom, and you're comfortable with a small group and a three-hour commitment. The Cesarina's kitchen is where the learning happens, which is what makes it feel less like a class and more like being invited in.
