Italy:
Here's our list of traveler recommendations in Italy tagged as 'Good Place to Relax' . Click 'X' to remove this filter and browse all of our top local travel recommendations.
Day Trips from Rome
Written by Viator, May 2012
The city of Rome alone is full enough of treasures to last a lifetime, however, when in Rome you shouldn’t forget the other amazing sights of Italy. It may be impossible to truly discover ...
Read more
Rome by Night
Written by Viator, April 2011
After touring thousands of years of sights by day, sit back and relax to experience Rome's magic by night. Floodlit monuments like the Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are a spectacular sight, and an ...
Read more
Cinque Terre
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, September 2011
Literally translating as the “five lands,” the Cinque Terre comprises five gorgeous little villages clinging to the coast of the Italian Riviera, an easy trip from Florence . A popular thing to ...
Read more
Italy's Most Romantic Destinations
Written by Jessica, USA, January 2013
One could argue (successfully) that you could point your finger
randomly at a map of Italy and end up in a suitable place for a romantic
holiday. Still, there are some destinations in this ...
Read more
The Dolomites
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, October 2011
Italy is one of those lucky countries that has it all – art, architecture and history, food, fashion and urban life, beaches, rolling hills and spectacular mountains. It’s these mountains, the ...
Read more
Trieste: One of Italy's Most Unique Cities
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, May 2012
Some cities are just lone wolves – they are not like anywhere else,
they have passed from country to country during political upheavals and
so have ended up a bit of a hybrid, and geographically ...
Read more
Caffe Greco - Rome's Oldest Cafe
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, December 2011
You could be forgiven for thinking that the Italians invented coffee. They have certainly made it their own by naming all the various ways to drink it: cappuccino, espresso, macchiato, caffe latte. ...
Read more
Charming Siena
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, September 2011
Siena
is the other Florence. What do I mean? I mean that you’ll find people
generally fall into two groups: fans of Florence and fans of Siena. Both
are incredibly beautiful, both are full of ...
Read more
Cinque Terre: Views and Food
Written by Liguria Expert: Loredana, March 2012
The Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast on the Italian Riviera. It is in the Liguria region of Italy, to the west of the city of La Spezia. Cinque Terre means Five Lands and comprises of the ...
Read more
Day Trip to Chianciano: A Tuscan Spa Day
Written by Jessica, USA, March 2013
Visiting a spa while on vacation can be the perfect way to unwind from the busy “real world.” Of course, a trip to Tuscany sounds like a pretty good way to relax, too. So, why not skip the agonizing ...
Read more
Exploring the Boboli Gardens in Florence
Written by Jessica, USA, August 2012
From the austere facade of the Pitti Palace in Florence ,
you would never know that an expansive and elaborate garden lies just
over the palace walls. The Boboli Gardens were once the private ...
Read more
Famous Foods to Try in Naples
Written by Jessica, USA, February 2013
Although not everyone arrives in Italy as a foodie, it’s hard to visit Naples without becoming one. It’s Naples, after all, that gave the world pizza – which is a fine gift, don’t you think? Pizza ...
Read more
How to Rent an Apartment in Florence
Written by Jessica, USA, October 2012
Renting an apartment in Florence
can be an excellent way to get the most out of your stay. Even if
you’re only there for 4-5 days, you may be able to save money with an
apartment rental over a ...
Read more
Michelangelo in Florence
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, August 2011
Florence ’s most famous son must be Michelangelo. Yes, he left for Rome and painted the Sistine Ceiling for the pope, but in Florence I always feel his presence very strongly. There
is The ...
Read more
Milan in Winter: Things to Do
Written by Jessica, USA, February 2013
Although Milan is often skipped by visitors in Italy, it can be a particularly good city to include on a winter itinerary. Unlike some destinations where major sights are outdoors and therefore rely ...
Read more
Want to share your own recommendation?
Find Recommendations by Type
- Beach
- Cafe
- Catacomb
- Chapel
- Cultural Experience
- Film & Cinema
- Glacier
- Good for Kids
- Good Place to Eat
- Good Place to Shop
- Holiday Activity
- Horse Riding
- Hotel
- Lake
- Market
- Monument - Historical
- Monument - Modern
- Mountain
- Museum
- National Park
- Neighborhood
- Palace
- People Watching
- Photography
- Pier / Waterfront / Port
- Pop Culture
- Religious Experience
- River
- Ruin - Ancient
- Scuba Diving
- Shore Excursions
- Spa
- Stadium
- Street / Avenue
- Theater
- Tip - Dos & Don'ts
- Tip - General Travel
- Tip - Transport
- Tip - What to See & Do
- Tower
- Trail
- Volcano
- Water Sports
- Winery
- Bridge
- Castle
- Cemetery
- Church / Cathedral
- Festival
- Fountain
- Gondola
- Good Place to Drink
- Good Views / Viewpoint
- Holy Place
- Hot Spring
- Island
- Live Music
- Monastery
- Monument - Military
- Monument - Natural
- Mountain Biking
- Must-Do Experience
- Nature & Wildlife
- Off-the-Beaten Path
- Park / Garden
- Photo ID required
- Picnic Spot
- Plaza / Square
- Popular with Locals
- Restaurant
- Romantic
- Sailing
- Shopping / Entertainment Center
- Ski & Snow
- Sporting Event
- Statue / Monument
- Sunrise / Sunset
- Theme Park
- Tip - Family Travel
- Tip - Suggested Itineraries
- Tip - Weather
- Tip - When to Go
- Town / City
- UNESCO Heritage Site
- Walking/Hiking
- Waterfall
Photo by: Stuart N, USA
Doing what: Cinque Terre Small Group Day Trip from Florence
