There are so many beautiful places in Italy that sometimes it is really to hard to define, which are the best places to visit in Italy, especially if you have only a few days for your vacations.

Picturesque places, awesome historical monuments, amazing cuisine and special atmosphere are attracting visitors all year round to visit Italy.

No doubt, Italy is one of the most romantic countries in the world and it is not easy to decide which place to visit first during short vacations.

Lets check our list of the best places to see in Italy for you could easily decide where to go first of all. 

Rome

Rome is a the top priority among the best places to visit in Italy.

As a rule, tours to Rome are included into the most travel itineraries offered by travel agencies.

Rome is the capital of Italy. There are plenty of things to do in Rome, this is why so many tourists from all over the world try to plan a trip to Rome first of all. 

The most famous places to visit in Rome are: the Colosseum, the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel, Michelin-starred restaurants.

Genoa

If you are planning a trip to Italy you should visit Genoa.

This is a classic Italian city beautifully located among the hills.

The main tourists spots in Genoa are: beautiful houses of pastel colors with terracotta roofs, unique churches, gardens and castles of baroque epoch, art museums. 

Historical center of Genoa with narrow streets is the main attraction of the city.

Pisa

Pisa is definitely one of the most interesting places to visit in Italy. It is located on the bank of Arno river in Tuscany region.

Of course most people know about Pisa thanks to leaning Tower, which is a special attraction of the city.

The leaning tower of Pisa is depicted on may travel guides and travel websites.

This is a unique construction, which you will not mix with anything else. 

You can also visit Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, and enjoy its beautiful architecture.

The façade of Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta is decorated with the marble arches and 3 bronze doors. 

Make sure to visit Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta to see its magnificent beauty inside.

The ceiling of the cathedral is covered with gold decorations. 

Pisa is a small city in Tuscany, but thanks to the leaning Pisa Tower it is known all over the world and thousands of people are visiting Pisa every year to see this place. 

Naples

Tourists who prefer noisy and dynamic cities can plan to visit Naples.

This is one of the liveliest cities of Italy, capital of Campania region. Naples is located in the South of Italy.

Citizens of Naples believe that they belong to a separate ethnic group.

This is expressed in language, culture, traditions and cuisine.

Naples is considered to be the birth place of pizza, guitar and mandolin, masquerades and the first anti-fascist revolts.

Siena

Among the best places to visit in Italy is Siena. This is a tiny city which will take you back to Middle Ages.

Siena was founded on three hills in the very center of Tuscany.

Piazza del Campo is the center of the city.

You can plan visiting Siena to attend famous Palio horse racing, which takes place in summer.

In the Northern East of Liguria there is a beautiful nature reserve Cinque Terre (5 lands):

• Riomagiore
• Manarola
• Vernazza
• Monterosso
• Kornilia

Cinque Terre is under the protection of UNESCO and this is one of favorite places of Italians and guests visiting Italy.

Amalfi coast

The Amalfi coast is a very popular travel destination in Italy not only for beach-goers but outdoor enthusiasts as well due to the beautiful coastline hikes available according to adventure tour company Go Get Lost. 

Amazing beauty of the landscapes makes this travel destination one of the top places to visit in Italy.

Amalfi coast is stretching for 30 miles of Sorrento. Trip to Italy cannot be complete if you have not been to Amalfi coast, in the South East of country.

Amalfi coast is an unusual place where you will enjoy breathtaking landscapes, crystal clean waters and olive trees, vineyards and lemon gardens.

Luxury resorts of Sorrento, Pozitano, Amalfi, Ravello are located here.

Venice

Everybody is dreaming of visiting Venice – unique city surrounded by water, located in the North East of Italy and consisting of 118 islands and numerous bridges.

Grand channel is the most famous one and it divides the city into two parts.

Sailing in gondola in Venice

Florence

Italy is incredible for the numerous interesting places, rich collections of historical monuments and paintings.

Here of course we should mention Florence, sometimes it is called museum in open air.

Almost in every part of the city you can find museums, churches and art galleries, where unique art exhibitions are presented. 

Milan

In the top list of the best places to visit in Italy Milan should of course be mentioned as one of the richest cities of Europe. This is a fashion center with numerous designers’ shops. 

Milan is a global center of fashion and modern design.

Shoppers from all over the world travel for Milan to get the latest designers’ items.

You an even book a shopping tour to Milan, which is aimed for real shoppers and planned on special discount days. 

Ravello

Ravello is a tiny peaceful resort city with a beautiful view over the Mediterranean sea.

Amazing beauty of this city attracted Vivaldi, Hemingway, Vagner and Lord Bairon.

This is a very romantic place with lots of bridges, gondolas, narrow streets and small houses.

Capri

Capri is one of best places to visit in Italy in summer.

This is a tiny island, located in the South of Italy. Capri is famous for stunning seascapes and landscapes, this is why it so popular among the tourists.

If you would like to see the best of Capri – take a boat tour. You can visit the Blue Grotto, – this is a unique place where he sunlight changes the color of the water into incredible unusual shades of blue.

Taking a boat tour in Capri you will also see Faraglioni rock formations.

Verona

Verona is famous for Shakespeare masterpiece, and now everyone who enjoys the story of “Romeo and Juliet” play has an opportunity to visit this sight.

More top places to visit in Verona are: Verona Arena, first-century Roman amphitheater, Giardino Giusti garden.

Rimini

Rimini is a very popular beach resort in Europe. The length of the white sand beaches is approximately 9 miles.

Numerous cafes, bars, restaurants and nightclubs are located along the beach, this is why it is always busy during high season.

One of the top places to visit in Rimini is Miniature theme park, the Arch of Augustus, La Grande Ruota Panoramica and giant Ferris wheel.

Visit Villa Jovia, Gardens of Augustus, modern shops and cozy restaurants.

These are the best places to visit in Italy and we hope you will enjoy your trip to Italy, and will have very pleasant memories after visiting this beautiful country!