Category: Cities
Here is where you will find posts about the biggest Italian cities—Rome, Milan, Palermo, Naples, and Turin—as well as articles on popular cities for tourism, such as Florence and Venice.
On Top of the World: Visiting St. Peter’s Dome [Review]
See Rome and Vatican City from a new perspective with a tour of St. Peter’s dome.
Rome Transportation: Getting There and Around
Getting to and around Rome is easy if you know where to start. Following are details on all of Rome’s transportation options, including trains, buses, trams, and taxis. Getting to Rome by Air Rome has two airports: Roma Fiumicino (FCO), also known as Leonardo da Vinci International Airport and Ciampino Airport (CIA). Fiumicino is the…
NASA History in Rome: The Birthplace of Michael Collins
Visiting Rome is always a history lesson. But many people — even Romans — don’t know that Rome played a small part in the history of NASA and the first moon landing.
Fountains in Rome: Look But Don’t Leap
Admire Rome’s beautiful, historic fountains. But absolutely DO NOT swim, wade, or cool off in them.
Leonardo da Vinci: Where to See His Works in Italy
Leonardo da Vinci created many paintings, sketches, and engineering projects in his lifetime. Here’s where to find them in Italy.
Sightseeing in Milan: 3 Places to Go Beyond the Duomo
The Duomo is magnificent. But do you know what else to do in Milan? Here are three ideas for first time visitors to Milan.
Rome Wasn’t Built In a Day. So How Long Did It Take?
Rome wasn’t built in a day but over thousands of years. Here’s how long it took to build some of the Eternal City’s most famous attractions.
Rome to Pompeii: Book a Tour or Plan Your Own Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome
Should you take a day trip to Pompeii from Rome? This post helps you decide whether you want to do a DIY day trip to Pompeii or take a guided group tour.
