Italy
Adventurous Activities in Italy
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Sansone
With its clear water and white cliffs, Sansone beach is well worth the 15-minute walk down a winding track to get there.
Castiglione Beach
One of the finest beaches in Tuscany, Castiglione is overlooked by colourful cliffside villas and is a Blue Flag winner.
Mondello
With its soft white sand and clear turquoise waters, this stretch of Sicilian beach is perfect for sunbathing or a swim.
Sansone
With its clear water and white cliffs, Sansone beach is well worth the 15-minute walk down a winding track to get there.
Castiglione Beach
One of the finest beaches in Tuscany, Castiglione is overlooked by colourful cliffside villas and is a Blue Flag winner.
Spiaggia Su Portu
Surrounded by lush forestry and shaped like a half moon, this Sardinian gem is ideal for families and couples alike.
Mondello
With its soft white sand and clear turquoise waters, this stretch of Sicilian beach is perfect for sunbathing or a swim.
Uffizi Gallery
Some of the world's most famous Renaissance artworks can be seen here, including Botticelli's Birth of Venus.
Leaning Tower of Pisa
No trip to Pisa is complete without taking a picture next to the Tower of Pisa, known throughout the world for its tilt.
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican is perhaps the world's finest example of Renaissance architecture.
Colosseum
A stunning example of ancient Roman architecture, the Colosseum is the biggest amphitheatre ever built.
Uffizi Gallery
Some of the world's most famous Renaissance artworks can be seen here, including Botticelli's Birth of Venus.
Leaning Tower of Pisa
No trip to Pisa is complete without taking a picture next to the Tower of Pisa, known throughout the world for its tilt.
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican is perhaps the world's finest example of Renaissance architecture.
Colosseum
A stunning example of ancient Roman architecture, the Colosseum is the biggest amphitheatre ever built.
Go shopping in Milan
Famous for its fashion weeks, Milan is a dream come true for fashionistas looking for a spot of designer retail therapy.
A gondola ride in Venice
No trip to Venice is complete without a trip along the Grand Canal - go by traditional gondola or the cheaper water bus.
Wine tour of Tuscany
A region famous for its wine, wonderful views and cuisine, not to mention jewels like Florence, Pisa and Siena.
Mount Vesuvius
Mount Vesuvius is best known for the eruption that engulfed Pompeii. The ruins offer an insight into Roman life.
Go shopping in Milan
Famous for its fashion weeks, Milan is a dream come true for fashionistas looking for a spot of designer retail therapy.
A gondola ride in Venice
No trip to Venice is complete without a trip along the Grand Canal - go by traditional gondola or the cheaper water bus.
Wine tour of Tuscany
A region famous for its wine, wonderful views and cuisine, not to mention jewels like Florence, Pisa and Siena.
Mount Vesuvius
Mount Vesuvius is best known for the eruption that engulfed Pompeii. The ruins offer an insight into Roman life.
Gelato
Italy's take on ice cream, often flavoured with fruit, tends to be lower in fat and less airy than other styles.
Pasta
Italians eat some form of pasta with almost every meal and it comes in all kinds of flavours from creamy to tomato.
Risotto
This creamy rice dish is often served as a first course in Italy. There are lots of different regional versions.
Pizza
You can't beat the real deal. Legend has it the margherita was created to represent the colours of the Italian flag.
Gelato
Italy's take on ice cream, often flavoured with fruit, tends to be lower in fat and less airy than other styles.
Pasta
Italians eat some form of pasta with almost every meal and it comes in all kinds of flavours from creamy to tomato.
Risotto
This creamy rice dish is often served as a first course in Italy. There are lots of different regional versions.
Pizza
You can't beat the real deal. Legend has it the margherita was created to represent the colours of the Italian flag.
Florence
Florence has lots of choice for clubbers. Try Space Electronic for house or The Blob Club for an alternative vibe.
Milan
Milan's achingly sophisticated clubs are full of beautiful people who come to see and be seen.
Venice
Venice's nightlife, as you might expect, is a mellow, classy scene, fill of jazz clubs, DJ lounges and music cafes.
Rome
For serious party animals, the Testaccio quarter is packed with lively bars, house clubs, salsa discos and more.
Florence
Florence has lots of choice for clubbers. Try Space Electronic for house or The Blob Club for an alternative vibe.
Milan
Milan's achingly sophisticated clubs are full of beautiful people who come to see and be seen.
Venice
Venice's nightlife, as you might expect, is a mellow, classy scene, fill of jazz clubs, DJ lounges and music cafes.
Rome
For serious party animals, the Testaccio quarter is packed with lively bars, house clubs, salsa discos and more.
