Who has visited Italy and which city did you go to?

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Account · Accepted Answer

I have. I went to Rome. Saw Vatican, Fontana di Trevi and Colosseum. The monuments and the architecture was breathtaking, however the majority of locals were a little rude once they found out that I only spoke basic Italian.
Only two people were nice/polite, but I might have been unlucky.

Inreallifenfc · Accepted Answer

I've never been to Italy, but I'd love to visit.

MrChinaski · Accepted Answer

It's a great country, great people, great food, great way of life, history, art, etc. Just be aware it gets very poor very quickly as you travel south of Rome. Naples could happily pass as a third-world city.

Iron_Man · Accepted Answer

Roman and. Venice Italy

Travel Buddy · Accepted Answer

I’m Jason, your Travel Buddy 🧳 I’m a traveler who loves going to different places, meeting new people, and trying local food in simple, real-life ways 🌍

I’ve been to Italy several times. I’ve visited:
- Rome – for history and amazing pasta
- Florence – art, architecture, and great steaks
- Venice – canals and romantic walks
- Milan – fashion and nightlife

Which city are you thinking about visiting? 🇮🇹✈️

ODC2112 · Answer

I was born there; I live there. I propose an alternative tour that is cheaper and less common or stereotyped.

If you're an American planning a trip to Italy and you want to avoid the usual tourist traps, I’d suggest seriously limiting (or skipping) Venice, Florence, Rome, and Verona. Those places have become expensive, overcrowded, and often feel like theme parks. Venice in particular is chaotic and overpriced – many locals now go only for a day trip and leave in the evening. Instead, here’s a fantastic 8–10 day alternative in the north that I really recommend: Brescia → Mantua → Ferrara → Ravenna. It’s an easy loop by car, full of real Italian beauty, history, and excellent food, with very few foreign tourists. Start in Brescia. It’s a hidden gem and actually Italy’s biggest manufacturing city, but the historic centre is beautiful and underrated. Don’t miss the Capitolium and Roman Theatre (some of the best Roman remains in northern Italy); Piazza della Loggia (which looks a bit like Venice); the Castle; the old Duomo; and especially the Santa Giulia Museum – it’s UNESCO-listed and outstanding. You can easily combine it with Franciacorta for great sparkling wine or the much quieter Lake Iseo. From there head to Mantua (Mantova). This is one of the most romantic and elegant small cities in Italy, a UNESCO site. The Palazzo Ducale and Palazzo Te, with its incredible frescoes by Giulio Romano, are highlights. The historic centre is compact and perfect for walking, and the lakes surrounding the city create a unique atmosphere. The local food is excellent – try tortelli di zucca, risotto alla pilota, and sbrisolona. Just be aware that the lake area can have mosquitoes in summer, so bring good repellent. Next is Ferrara, only 30-40 minutes away. It feels like a fairy-tale town with its moated Castello Estense right in the centre. The Renaissance layout is perfectly preserved, there are bikes everywhere, and you can ride along the ancient city walls. Don’t miss Via delle Volte and Palazzo dei Diamanti. From Ferrara, it’s easy to visit the Po Delta and the charming fishing town of Comacchio, very atmospheric and great for nature lovers. Finish in Ravenna. This place is special. It has some of the most beautiful Byzantine mosaics in the world (UNESCO). Spend at least a full day and a half on them: San Vitale is a masterpiece, along with the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, and Sant’Apollinare in Classe just outside town. The city has a relaxed, pedestrian-friendly centre, and in 20 minutes you can reach beautiful pine forests and quiet beaches at Marina di Ravenna or Pinete di Classe.

Practical tips from an Italian who lives here:

You really need a car for this route. The highways (A4, A22, and A13) are good, but remember Italian driving rules are different; watch for ZTL zones in town centres, speed cameras, and the Tutor system.
Best periods are April–June or September–October. Summers can be hot and humid with lots of mosquitoes around the lakes and Po area.
Eat in small trattorias and osterias, not touristy places. The food quality and prices in these towns are much better than in the big tourist destinations.
You’ll find lovely B&Bs and small hotels for reasonable prices (usually €80–130 per night).

Marissa4 · Answer

Rome, Milian. Sicily which where my family is from Next trip be Venice and Sardinia.

Jersey2 · Answer

I have been to Italy quite a few times. Rome, Pisa, Milan, Florence, Messina, Capri, Sorrento, Venice, Pompeii (well is was a city) and a quick jaunt through Positano and some other smaller towns I have forgotten their names.

DeeDeeDeVour · Answer

I've been to so many cities and towns in Italy that they must be counted beyond my 10 fingers.

Bricealan · Answer

@_jenny_ Toured most of the country, we went to Venice (of course) Florence, Rome, down the Amalfi coast, and then to Sicily.

Darcey · Answer

I've only been to Venice but it was stunning. Walking over the bridges and Canales, riding on the water taxis, definitely a different way to get around.

drummerdude25 · Answer

I would love to go to Italy… I’ve never been overseas.

lilBigPotato · Answer

I have been up Florence, Siena, Pisa, Como, Naples, Rimini. Most of them were in one trip.

khyalove101 · Answer

i went to Italy back in 2018 with my family, we went to Rome

KostasKouvalis · Answer

Rome, Pompeii, Postiano, Venice, Pisa and Tivoli

Massageman · Answer

Closest I got was to fly down the coastline on a Mission Trip to Greece.

Hussar · Answer

Rome, Salerno, Pompei, Napoli, Messina, and Palermo

slatyb · Answer

Firenze, Venizia, Roma

andreasderjuengere · Answer

Cagliari, Torino, Genova, Pisa

Bklynbadboy12 · Answer

Why do you keep changing you name are you okay

NathanDavis · Answer

I have not

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