Category: Experiences

Tours, outdoor recreation, and other activities to consider for your Italy itinerary

  • Michelangelo in Rome: His Frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and Beyond

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    Michelangelo Buonarotti is most associated with Rome because of his masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel. But his work is all over the capital and it is well worth the effort to seek it out.

  • Bulgari to Fund Torre Argentina Restoration in Rome

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    The Torre Argentina archeological area lies at the heart of Rome, both historically and geographically, but it has always been off-limits to visitors. Until now.

    Largo di Torre Argentina in Rome
  • Italy Calendar

    From national holidays to local celebrations, there are many occasions on the Italy calendar for fun and tradition. National Holidays in Italy The following days are national holidays in Italy. Expect schools, government offices, and businesses to be closed on these dates. Most major museums and tourist attractions will be open on all public holidays…

  • January in Italy: Weather, Holidays & Festivals

    Italians celebrate the Christmas season through January 6, the Epiphany. So January begins with much fanfare, including New Years Day and Epiphany events as well as the start of the winter sales season. What is the Weather in Italy in January? On average, January is the coldest month in Italy. It’s also the snowiest month…

    bird's eye view of village during winter