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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Private Murano & Burano Tour: Glassblowing & Lace Island ExploreYou board a private boat in Venice city center and spend five hours on Murano and Burano — watching glass being blown in a working factory, exploring a Byzantine basilica, and wandering a fisherman village painted in impossible colors. Transport, guide, wine, and a factory discount are all included; you return to Venice by late afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see how Murano glass and Burano lace are actually made without fighting public ferry crowds. Plan for five hours out — that's what lets you spend real time on each island instead of rushing through.
Rome Vespa Tour with Professional Photographer & LandmarksYou ride a vintage Vespa through Rome's most recognizable sites—Colosseum, Pantheon, Orange Garden, Bocca della Verità, Castel Sant'Angelo, and Gianicolo viewpoint—while a professional photographer guides the stops and captures 25 images of you at each location. Helmet, transportation, and digital files are included; the tour takes a few hours and returns you to your hotel.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want Rome's major landmarks in a few hours without arranging their own transport or worrying about timing—the Vespa and photographer handle both, and you leave with professional images instead of snapshots.
Rome Catacombs Tour: Appian Way, Aqueducts & Underground SitesThis guided walking tour of Rome takes you along the Appian Way, through the Aqueduct Park to see ancient Roman engineering, and into the Catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla as the final group of the day. You travel by private air-conditioned transport between sites, stay in groups of 18 or fewer, and have an expert guide throughout. Choose between adding the Colosseum, keeping the aqueducts, or booking the full experience as a private tour.Is it for me?Walk the Appian Way, explore ancient aqueducts, and descend into the Catacombs as the last visitors of the day—experiencing Rome's layered history without crowds or the hassle of piecing together separate sites.
Rome: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Line TourYou skip the entry line and move through the Vatican Museums with a licensed guide and small group, hearing explanations of the 20,000 works on display instead of just walking past them. The tour includes the Sistine Chapel with its Michelangelo ceiling and Last Judgement, plus St. Peter's Basilica if it's open that day. Headsets keep you connected to the guide even in crowded galleries, and the whole experience takes around three to four hours.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to see the Vatican's main attractions in one morning without arranging entry tickets yourself or standing in the general admission line — the skip-the-line access and small group format are what make it possible to actually look at the art instead of just moving through the crowds.
Gladiator Sword Fighting Class Rome: Learn Ancient CombatA 2-hour gladiator sword fighting class at the Gladiator School of Rome, located on the Appian Way near the Colosseum, where you wear authentic costume and train with a wooden sword under instructors from the Historic Group of Rome. The class includes museum entry to see real gladiator weapons and artifacts, and you receive a certificate of accomplishment at the end. Friends and family can watch from a viewing platform, and an optional tournament with a prize is available if you want to compete.Is it for me?The school sits near the Colosseum on the Appian Way and is reachable by public transportation, so you do not need a car or a guide to get there—book the time that fits your afternoon, show up in comfortable clothes, and the instructors handle the rest of the training and the costume.
Rome: Segway Tour Colosseum & Roman Forum with VRYou'll ride a Segway past the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Circus Maximus with a live guide explaining each site, stop for a VR experience that reconstructs ancient Rome, and end at the Mouth of Truth for photos. The small-group format (max 8 riders) keeps the pace manageable and the guide attentive. Helmets, jackets if needed, and an orientation session are included; you just need to be 16 or older, comfortable on a self-balancing scooter, and ready for three hours of moving through central Rome.Is it for me?Book this if you want to cover Rome's main ancient sites in three hours without the fatigue of walking or the distance of a bus tour — the Segway moves you through the city at a pace that lets you actually absorb what your guide is saying, and the small-group limit means you're not one of thirty people jostling for position at each stop.
Lake Como Day Trip from Milan: Bellagio & Varenna with BoatYou travel by reserved first-class train from Milan to Como, then board a pre-booked boat cruise with skip-the-line ferry access through Lake Como's most famous villas and villages. Your guide handles the route and timing while you see Bellagio and Varenna, enjoy a suggested lunch with lake views, and return to Milan by evening. The small group size — capped at 14 — means no crowds at the ferry or on the boat.Is it for me?Book this if you want Lake Como's main three villages and the boat cruise without arranging trains, ferries, or tickets yourself — the small group size and reserved seating are what make the whole day flow without queues or crowding.
Venice: St Mark's Basilica After-Hours & Doge's PalaceYou enter St Mark's Basilica after the crowds leave, with a local guide and small group. You see the mosaics, the altarpiece, and descend into the crypt. If you've added the Doge's Palace option, you also tour the council halls, armory, prisons, and Bridge of Sighs at the palace's quietest hour. Entry tickets and guide are included; you just need to show up and walk.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace without the daytime crowds — the after-hours timing and small-group format are what make that possible, and they're also what let you actually look at the mosaics and frescoes instead of just moving past them.
Dolomites & Cortina Small Group Tour from Venice: Tre Cime ViewsA full-day guided tour from Venice into the Dolomite Mountains with a small group (maximum eight travelers) and an English-speaking driver-guide. You'll see Lake Misurina, walk the shoreline at Lake Auronzo, view the Tre Cime di Lavaredo from multiple vantage points, and have free time to explore Cortina d'Ampezzo. In winter, the route shifts to San Candido and Lake Braies instead. The minivan holds eight, so the group stays intimate and the guide can adjust the pace to what the day allows.Is it for me?Small groups move at a conversational pace with your guide; private tours let you set the rhythm and route entirely.
Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius Day Trip from Sorrento Crater RimYou’ll walk ancient stone streets in Pompeii with a local guide who brings lost stories back to life, then climb Mt. Vesuvius for that quiet rush when you reach the crater edge. Skip-the-line entry means less waiting around and more actual exploring — plus round-trip transport keeps things simple so you can focus on what matters: being there.
Florence to Chianti: Small Group Wine Tour & Tuscan LunchYou’ll ride from Florence into Chianti’s rolling hills with a small group, tasting wines at three different estates and sampling olive oil straight from the source. Stroll through Greve’s lively piazza, share laughs over homemade pasta at lunch, and end your day gazing over Florence from a quiet villa garden—letting Tuscany linger just a little longer.
Rome: Pizza Cooking Class Near Piazza Navona & ProseccoYou’ll knead dough with locals near Piazza Navona, sip prosecco as you learn secrets from Roman chefs, top your own classic pizza, then share it over wine or beer at Osteria Pasquino. Expect bruschetta starters and a choice of coffee or limoncello after your meal. It’s warm, lively—and you might even laugh at your own Italian.
Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu Class with Wine in PratiYou’ll roll up your sleeves in a real Roman kitchen, learn centuries-old pizza techniques from a local chef, and share laughs over free-flowing wine as you bake your own Margherita in Prati’s oldest wood-fired oven. Finish with homemade tiramisu and leave with hands dusted in flour — plus maybe a story or two worth telling back home.
Lake Como & Lugano: 2 Countries, Boat Cruise & Mountain ViewsYou walk through Como's historic center with a local guide, cruise past lakeside villas including Versace's former home, then slip into the quiet village of Torno before heading into Switzerland. After lunch, you take a train and funicular into Lugano for free time on the Swiss lakefront. Train tickets, boat cruise, and the funicular ride are all included; you just show up at 8:15am at the Milan train station square.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see two countries and two lakes in a single afternoon without renting a car, planning train connections, or standing in ticket lines — the small-group format and pre-booked transport are what make it possible to move through Como, Torno, and Lugano without losing hours to logistics.
Rome: Pasta & Gelato Cooking Class in TrastevereYou’ll roll up your sleeves in Rome’s Trastevere for a hands-on pasta & gelato cooking class led by a local chef. Sip prosecco over appetizers, learn to make fettuccine and ravioli from scratch, then relax with plenty of wine as you share your meal with new friends. The flavors—and laughter—tend to linger long after you leave.
Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour Snorkel & SwimA full-day catamaran tour departing from Cannigione at 9:45 takes you through the Maddalena Archipelago to photograph the protected Pink Beach, snorkel in the transparent waters around Spargi, and swim in the Port of the Madonna's natural pools. The boat includes a morning aperitif with Sardinian products, lunch with fresh fish (vegetarian option available), white wine, beer, coffee and snorkeling equipment; you return by 17:30. The itinerary may shift based on weather and sea conditions to keep the boat safe.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a full day on the water with multiple snorkeling stops and a meal included, and you're comfortable in a group setting on a shared catamaran. The fixed schedule and all-in pricing mean the day is arranged—you show up at the dock, and the boat handles the rest.
Guided Walking Tour of Matera Sassi: Rock Churches & Cave HousesA guided walking tour of Matera's Sassi district, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and European Capital of Culture 2019, takes you through ancient neighborhoods carved into limestone to see rock churches, a lived-in cave house, and the architecture that has made the landscape a film set for major productions. The tour runs two hours with a local guide in your choice of language, includes entry to a Rupestrian Church and a traditional cave dwelling, and ends at a viewpoint over the entire district. Food tasting is available on some departures.Is it for me?Book the English, Spanish, French, German or Italian morning tour if you want to walk the Sassi with a guide who explains the history and architecture as you go—the two hours hold together as a narrative instead of a list of stops. The sunset tour runs in Italian only and trades daylight for a different mood over the same route and sites.
Rome: Colosseum Arena Floor & Roman Forum with Palatine HillYou enter through the gladiator's gate and stand on the Colosseum's reconstructed Arena Floor, then climb to the 1st and 2nd tiers where Rome's wealthy watched fights. From there, a guide leads you through the Roman Forum's temples and ruins, and up Palatine Hill for views across the ancient city center. Entry, guide, and all three sites are included; bring your ID matching your booking name.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Rome's three main ancient sites in one day without arranging separate tickets and timing—the guided format and included entry mean you show up with your ID and the day is structured for you. Plan for full-day walking and climbing stairs; that's what lets you reach the Arena Floor and the hilltop views most visitors miss.
Val d'Orcia: Wine Tasting Day Trip & Gladiator FieldsYou’ll taste Brunello wines in Montalcino cellars, climb fortress walls for sweeping views of Val d’Orcia’s hills, sample pecorino cheese in sunlit Pienza streets, and walk through real-life Gladiator fields with your guide sharing stories along the way. Expect laughter over shared snacks and quiet moments where Tuscany just sinks in.
Monterosso: Cinque Terre Boat Tour & Swimming in Secluded BaysYou board at Monterosso's fishing dock, cruise past all five villages of Cinque Terre National Park, and swim in a secluded bay accessible only by sea. The skipper serves prosecco and stuffed focaccia while you float, and the boat stays small — twelve people max — so it never feels like a floating bus. Three hours total, back to where you started.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Monterosso or nearby who want to see all five villages without hiking or crowding onto the train — the boat angle is the one most people miss. Plan for three hours on the water plus travel to the dock; the small group size (max 12) means you're not jostling for space or photos.
