Holidays to Italy

Awe-inspiring ruins, majestic palaces and ornate cathedrals are lasting evidence of Italy’s glorious past. Rome’s iconic Colosseum, Venice’s canals, Pompeii near Naples, Valley of the Temples on Sicily, Florence’s Ponte Vecchio Bridge and the Santa Maria delle Grazie Church in Milan are just a few sites of historical interest across Italy that offer tourists a unique insight into the country’s diverse and compelling past. 

Italy’s culture is a blend of passion, romance and zest for life played out through the Italians’ love of food, music and art. Immerse yourself in Italy’s culture – see the finest opera at Venice’s La Fenice Opera House, admire Boticelli’s Birth of Venus painting in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence and enjoy delectable Italian cuisine at traditional trattorias in Bologna.  

Italy’s diverse climate, shaped by its unique geography, offers distinct experiences across regions and seasons. In the north, cities like Milan and Venice experience a continental climate, with cold winters that sometimes bring snow and hot summers moderated by coastal breezes. Central Italy enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate, featuring milder winters than the north and hot, dry summers with coastal areas remaining cooler. Southern Italy has a classic Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters, staying warmer year-round than the northern regions.

Best time to visit:

• Spring is ideal for exploring historical sites and enjoying outdoor activities without the summer heat, making it perfect for city breaks to Rome, Florence, or Venice.
• Summer brings hot weather, vibrant festivals, stunning beaches, and delicious seasonal cuisine create an unforgettable experience in a lively and picturesque setting. Early bookings are recommended.
• Autumn weather remains warm, and with fewer tourists it makes an excellent time to visit Tuscany and Umbria, where vineyards and olive groves are at their finest.
• Winter in Italy offers a different charm, from festive Christmas markets in major cities to winter sports in the Italian Alps, providing travelers with unique seasonal attractions.

Italy is famed the world over for its food and drink, from pizza and pasta to gelato and local wines. Its cuisine is celebrated worldwide for simplicity, fresh ingredients and diverse regional flavours. With food this good, many visitors embark on a culinary tour of Italy not only to taste the traditional regional flavours but also to learn to cook some of them, just so they can take a bit of Italy home.