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<span>Synonymous with art, culture, and delicious food, Italy is the perfect European getaway. Whether you’re traveling with little ones or looking to explore secluded nooks on your honeymoon, you’ll find the country brims with breathtaking views and panoramic landscapes. The scenery will vary depending on where you choose to go: </span><strong>Italy vacations</strong><span> are varied. In the north, the Po River Valley swims through far-reaching green meadows, while the south is drier and warmer, its coastlines dotted with beautiful beaches.</span>

Tour ideas for visiting Italy in November

<p><strong>Spring and autumn</strong> are <strong>the best times of year to </strong><strong>visit Italy</strong>.&nbsp;In summer, the central and southern parts of the country experience a few weeks of very hot weather; and it can get very cold in Northern Italy in winter, especially in the Alpine region. Take the area you intend to visit and explore into consideration when choosing the time of year for your trip. And avoid the month of August at all costs: the cities are absolutely teeming with people at that time of year.</p>

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Winter tour ideas in Italy

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Winter in <strong><a data-destination-id="10" data-internal-link="destination" href="/italy/">Italy </a></strong>is simply charming. With many activities and experiences only available in the colder months, come in winter and you’ll enjoy a completely different vacation to one in summer. From winter carnivals and food festivals to ancient Roman architecture and world-class museums, there’s lots to love about the Italian winter.</span></p><h3>Why should I visit Italy in the winter?  </h3><p>During winter in Italy, <strong>famous landmarks and museums are far less busy</strong> than in the <strong><a href="https://www.evaneos.com/italy/tours-summer/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.evaneos.com/italy/tours-summer/">summer</a> </strong>months, allowing you a unique opportunity to visit these famous sites and absorb their magic without the crowds. Italy is known for its world-class <strong><a href="https://www.evaneos.com/italy/tours-food-and-wine/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.evaneos.com/italy/tours-food-and-wine/">food scene</a></strong>, and in the colder months winter dishes, such as the sausage polenta, hit the menus. Italy's northern region also plays host to some of the world's finest ski resorts and slopes, offering a thrilling Italian adventure. <br></p><h3>The best things to do in Italy in the winter</h3><p>Choose from a plethora of activities, <strong>from skiing in the mountains to exploring ancient sites</strong>. These are the best things to do in Italy in winter.  <br></p><h4>Stroll through Christmas markets in Bolzano  </h4><p>Bolzano is a small town located in the north of Italy. This quaint little place is perfect for a stroll through the winter Christmas markets that pop up. <strong>Purchase handcrafted gifts and souvenirs</strong> while sipping on a cup of hot chocolate, and get fully immersed in the holiday spirit. <br></p><h4>Skip the line at the Colosseum and more</h4><p>The summer months in Italy are busy with large crowds, especially at famous landmarks like the Colosseum. During the winter, take advantage of skipping the line and <strong>visit the glorious ancient Roman sites across the capital</strong> without being overwhelmed by a crowd. <br></p><h4>Taste traditional pandoro and panettone  </h4><p>During the winter season, foods such as pandoro and panettone begin to appear all over Italy. These are <strong>sweet breads or cakes</strong>, typically eaten during the Christmas period. The pandoro was first created in Venice, while the panettone is its winter "rival" from Milan. <br></p><h4>Hit the slopes of Cortina d'Ampezzo </h4><p>From the Dolomites to the Alps, Italy's borders with France and Switzerland offer some of the best ski slopes in all of Europe. Spectacular mountain runs that will keep you entertained for hours start at the top of the mountain, snaking through woodland and down to the resort town at its base. Cortina d'Ampezzo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers <strong>some of the best skiing in the country</strong>. <br></p><h4>Don your mask at the carnival in Venice  </h4><p>During February, the city of Venice becomes <strong>a surreal land of masks and costumes</strong>. Enjoy many fun events, including parades and balls, and admire the designs of the traditional masks that were created in Venice and surrounding areas. Plays and musical events are hosted throughout the winter in Venice. <br></p><h3>What's the weather like in Italy in winter?  </h3><p>In northern Italy, the weather tends to be colder with an average of around 44°F. There’s a high chance of snow and rain at this time of year too. <strong>Head south for warmer climes</strong> in winter, with averages as high as 57°F, and little rainshower.</p>

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Food and wine tour ideas in Italy

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">A <strong>food tour in Italy</strong> is a truly unforgettable experience. <strong>Italian food and wine</strong> are some of the most popular in the world and with good reason. From handmade pasta and real wood oven-fired pizzas to fresh meat and seafood and delicious antipasto, this country is a food lover's dream.</span></p><h3>What makes Italy a great destination for foodies?<br></h3><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Although a smaller country, <strong><a data-destination-id="10" data-internal-link="destination" href="/italy/">Italy</a></strong> contains a number of different regions, each with their own unique local dishes closely tied to the respective regional agriculture. Campania is a major vegetable producer of vegetables, which is reflected in local fare such as tomato and olive-based s</span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">paghetti alla puttanesca. </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">In Lombardy, a region with many livestock farms, you'll find dishes such as </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">ossobuco, </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">a beef stew, and seafood dishes are common on the island of <strong><a data-destination-id="166" data-internal-link="destination" href="/sicily/">Sicily</a></strong>.</span></p><h3>The best food and wine tours in Italy</h3><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">There's more to <strong>food and wine in Italy</strong> than pizza and pasta, though you shouldn't miss trying authentic versions of these favorites in Italy. An expert English-speaking local guide from Evaneos' network will introduce you to the authentic local dishes found in these unique regions.</span></p><ul><li><h4>Eat pizza where it was invented<br></h4><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Although the exact origin of pizza is disputed, Italians agree it came from the <strong>Naples</strong> region. Pizzerias are found citywide, particularly along Via dei Tribunali. Eat pizza here as it was meant to be eaten: thin, wood-fired dough topped with fresh tomato sauce, fresh basil, and soft mozzarella.</span></p></li><li><h4>Take a cooking class in Puglia<br></h4><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Puglia</strong> is a region located in the "heel" of Italy. Along with breathtaking landscapes and quaint villages, the area abounds with delicious local food. Evaneos' local partners here can arrange a cooking class for visitors to create their own local dishes such as handmade </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">focaccia</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p></li><li><h4>Go truffle hunting in Piedmont<br></h4><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">There are few food items more luxurious than the truffle. Travelers can experience a real truffle hunt with a local </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">trifualu </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">(truffle hunter) and dog in the <strong>Piedmont</strong> region. Taste the glorious rewards afterwards with an optional culinary session.</span></p></li><li><h4>Tour Tuscany's vineyards<br></h4><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Italy boasts vineyards throughout the country, but <strong>Tuscany</strong> perhaps has the best of them all. On the stunning Tuscan hillsides, admire ancient churches and medieval villas while sampling the finest Chianti and Vernaccia wine.</span></p></li><li><h4>Make fresh pasta in Bologna<br></h4><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Another great opportunity to learn about cooking awaits in <strong>Bologna</strong>. Visitors can join a pasta-making class and learn about the different varieties of pasta from tagliatelle to tortellini. Sit and enjoy the products of your efforts with a glass of wine afterwards.</span></p></li></ul><h3>Tips for planning a food tour in Italy<br></h3><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Seasons are important when planning an <strong>Italian food tour</strong>. The Tuscan grape harvest happens every September and October, and many towns hold harvest festivals to celebrate. This is also the ideal time for truffle and mushroom hunting. Summer is the best time to sample fresh fruits and vegetables in Italy; some varieties such as Roman artichokes and beans come into season during spring. Find out more about the<strong> <a data-document-id="6561" data-internal-link="article" href="/italy/holidays/when-to-go/">best times to travel to Italy</a></strong> depending on what you're looking to do and find more mouth-watering inspiration from our other <strong><a href="https://www.evaneos.com/where-to-go/food-tours/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.evaneos.com/where-to-go/food-tours/">food and wine trips</a></strong>. </span></p>

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Tour ideas for visiting Italy's historical sites

<p>Italy's civilization can be traced back all the way to the time of the Etruscans. From the ancient Roman empire to the birthplace of the Renaissance, <strong>Italy's history</strong> is steeped in culture and is perfect for those who enjoy historical tours. Italy historical sites can be found across the country, from the varied elegant architecture of its north to the vibrant cities in Sicily to the south.<strong><br></strong></p><h3>What makes Italy a great destination for history lovers?</h3><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Italy is the country with the most <strong>UNESCO World Heritage Sites</strong> (currently around 50). The preservation of <strong>Italy's historical sites</strong> gives travelers the chance to stumble across ancient Greek ruins at the Valley of Temples in Agrigento, walk by the ancient Roman arch of Constantine in <strong>Rome</strong>, admire the Italo-Byzantine architecture of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, or even be enchanted by the Renaissance architecture in the streets of Florence. </span></p><h3>The best historical sites in Italy</h3><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Although many travelers will tell you that the cities of Rome, Florence and Venice hold most of the treasures of<strong> Italy's historical past</strong>, there are many smaller towns and cities with extensive historical importance. Here are some of the finest lesser-known historical sites in <strong><a data-destination-id="10" data-internal-link="destination" href="/italy/">Italy</a></strong>.</span></p><ul><li><h4>Stroll around the magical village of Alberobello</h4>The <strong>UNESCO World Heritage Site</strong> of <strong>Alberobello</strong>, located in Puglia, is mostly known for the many <em>trulli</em> which characterize the village. These <em>trulli</em> are houses that were created in the 1500s with a prehistoric building technique which is still traditionally used in the region.<br><br></li><li><h4>The mesmerizing Valley of the Temples</h4>The Valley of the Temples has been standing since around the 4th and 5th century BC and provides some of the finest examples of Grecian art in the world. During the times of ancient <strong><a data-destination-id="28" data-internal-link="destination" href="/greece/">Greece</a></strong>, this part of Italy was known as the Magna Graecia (Great Greece), and the third-largest city was Akragas, now known as Agrigento, in <strong><a data-destination-id="166" data-internal-link="destination" href="/sicily/">Sicily</a></strong>.<br><br></li><li><h4>Get lost in the archaeological sites of Syracuse <br></h4>The city of <strong>Syracuse</strong> is home to many historical sites that can be traced back to both the ancient Roman and ancient Greek civilizations. Just like the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, Syracuse was also part of the Magna Graecia, being the largest and most important city in it.<br><br></li><li><h4>Admire the stone town of Matera</h4>The historical city of Matera (Sassi of Matera), is famously known for the particular cave dwellings which were inhabited in the Paleolithic period. This historical site has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993.<br><br></li><li><h4>Visit the sunken city of Baia <br></h4>During the ancient Roman civilization, Baia was the place where powerful icons would go enjoy baths and debauchery. Because of its location over natural volcanic vents, the city has now been submerged as the water level began to rise. With some scuba gear, travelers can now visit the remains of the incredible underwater city.<br></li></ul><h3>Tips for planning a historical tour of Italy</h3><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">When traveling around Italy, it is possible to use public transport but renting a car provides the most convenient method to reach smaller sites. Travelers should also note that if they wish to visit lesser-known Italy historical sites, they should look to book tour guides that can speak excellent English. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Evaneos is here to help set you up with the finest English-speaking guides across Italy, advise <strong><a data-document-id="6561" data-internal-link="article" href="/italy/holidays/when-to-go/">when is the best time to go</a></strong> and all-around make sure that your historical tour is engaging and informative.</span></p>

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