Italy Action & adventure, Autumn, Castles & palaces, Coastal, Food, Museum, Religious + Waterfall pictures

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Discover the fascinating history, superb restaurants and interesting maritime museum of this pretty coastal town.

Admire the greatest works of Michelangelo and da Vinci, see the center of Catholicism and pose with the Leaning Tower of Pisa on this Mediterranean peninsula.

Nestled between Calabria to the south and the Amalfi Coast to the north, this quiet town is a hidden paradise of olive groves and idyllic beaches.

Traditional folk culture brightens this charming northern Italian village, where the regal Dolomites crown a range of alpine ski mountains.

Tear yourself away long enough from snorkeling and relaxing in the thermal spas of Ischia to explore this gem of a medieval fortress on a rocky islet in the Bay of Naples.

Make your way along elegant promenades to find medieval churches, thermal spas and stunning gardens in the shadow of the Italian Alps. 

Tear yourself away long enough from snorkeling and relaxing in the thermal spas of Ischia to explore this gem of a medieval fortress on a rocky islet in the Bay of Naples.

Explore the exceptional open-air section of this marine museum to see the centuries-old sailboats sitting in the canal harbor along the Adriatic Coast.

Architectural masterpieces, cafés, live music events and markets make this elegant square an essential part of everyday life in Trieste.

Stunning coastal roads wind through scenic southern Napoli, where lemon groves and vineyards dot the countryside and villages sit high upon cliff-tops.

Sunbathe, pursue water sports and see where ancient Romans used to live when you visit this seaside destination on the west coast of Italy.

The historical purpose of Ancona’s pentagonal building is as interesting as its architecture. It originally served as a quarantine station for contagious visitors. 

The historical purpose of Ancona’s pentagonal building is as interesting as its architecture. It originally served as a quarantine station for contagious visitors. 

Hike through forested areas, relax on sandy beaches, venture into old towns and visit an important religious shrine in this diverse and picturesque region.

Italy’s easternmost town sticks out into the glistening Mediterranean, its waterfront lined with stunning medieval architecture and scenic harbors.

Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views from the top of this landmark bell tower, where Galileo once made his name.

Discover the fascinating history, superb restaurants and interesting maritime museum of this pretty coastal town.