Discover the Italian Cities
Italy has some of the world's most iconic and beautiful cities- tick off the big three with a multi-centre to Venice, Florence and Rome. Head off to Verona to see the world famous opera or spend a weekend in Milan, the fashion capital of Europe.
Things to do on an Italian city break
Head to Florence and get up close to the Renaissance masterpieces. Florence is home to over 40% of the world's artistic masterpieces, so paintings, frescoes and sculptures by some of the greatest artists of all time; Raphael, Titian and Michelangelo to name a few, will be there to greet you around every turn.
If fashion and the cosmopolitan lifestyle's more your speed then Milan's the place for you. Italy’s most stylish city has some of the best shopping in the world – head to the quadrilatero della moda (fashion quad) for the city's top boutiques. It’s also considered the home of aperitivo; and the Milanese do it well!
Exploring Rome is endlessly intriguing. Italy's capital city certainly packs a punch, especially for the history buffs out there. It’s an open-air museum with hundreds of historic sights – from the Roman Forum and the Colosseum to the Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel. Or, enjoy the slower paced life of Venice, gliding up and down the canals on a vaporetto, or drifting across the Venetian lagoon to towns such as Burano and Murano on a water taxi; it’s one of the best ways to explore the floating city.
We mustn't forget good old Verona, imagined city of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, one of the more romantic of our Italian city collections. Make sure you visit the Arena di Verona, for the Veneto's answer to the Colosseum. Better yet, book a ticket to the world-famous night-time opera which takes place every year, for a truly enchanting night out.
Activities on an Italian city break
Some of the most beautiful places in Italy can be found in the cities. With sprawling piazzas, bustling markets, ancient churches, renaissance palaces and botanical gardens to explore, you'll find plenty to keep you entertained.
Food & drink in the Italian Cities
From Bistecca alla Fiorentina to Pizza alla Romana, go in search of some of the local foodie hotspots on a city break. Scope out Michelin star restaurants in Rome and Milan, or head to a more down-to-earth osteria, nestled in an out of the way Florentine or Venetian street.
Multi-centres with and Italian city add-on
Italy’s cities are filled with ancient monuments, world-famous galleries and fantastic shopping and dining opportunities. Explore Rome’s history, wander the canals of Venice and admire Renaissance artwork in Florence. Or, why not tag on a city break to your Inghams walking holiday to one of our lake or mountain resorts; it's a fantastic way to experience the best of both worlds, nature and city culture.
Why book a city break in Italy with Inghams?
We work with local experts to offer high quality hotels in city centre locations, with great transport links. Add on a city break as part of amulti-centreholiday, by giving our team of experts a call.
