Country Introduction
Italy is a boot-shaped country facing the Mediterranean Sea. Starting with the capital Rome, Florence, where the Renaissance developed, and Venice, the “City of Water,” each city has its own charm and attracts many tourists. Italy is also world-famous, with many art pieces, such as Michelangelo’s “David” and “The Last Judgment,” Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus,” and Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper,” all of which are worth seeing in person, as photography is prohibited in many places. As for cuisine, pizza and pasta are also popular with many people.
Cities in Italy
①Milan
②Venice
③Florence
④Pisa
⑤Rome
⑥Vatican
①Milan
Milan is the second largest city in northern Italy and is also famous as a fashion city. There are many popular tourist spots, such as the world’s largest Gothic Duomo and Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.”
【Overall rating】
★★★★★
【Time required】
9h
②Venice
Venice is a “water city” in northwestern Italy, consisting of 177 islands and approximately 155 canals. The main means of transportation are on foot and by boat, and even if you just walk a little, you will come across a canal and easily find a picturesque scene. The most popular tourist spots are concentrated in St. Mark’s Square, but you can also have fun just walking around aimlessly. Every February, a masked carnival is held.
【Overall rating】
★★★★★
【Time required】
10h
③Florence
Florence is a city in the Tuscany region. It is the center of the Renaissance and you can see works such as Michelangelo’s “David” and Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus”. You can get a panoramic view of the city from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the nearby Giotto’s bell tower. The world’s oldest pharmacy is still in business and you can buy perfumes and other items.
【Overall rating】
★★★★★
【Time required】
11h30
④Pisa
Pisa is a city in the western part of Tuscany. It is famous for the Leaning Tower of Pisa, but the surrounding area, including the Cathedral and Baptistery, is registered as a World Heritage Site and is also known as the “Square of Miracles.” There are many tourist attractions in this area, so it is easy to get around.
【Overall rating】
★★★★☆
【Time required】
5h30
⑤Rome
It goes without saying that Rome is the capital of Italy. Remnants of ancient Rome still remain, and you can find ruins not only in the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, but also throughout the city. There are many attractions, including the Mouth of Truth, which became famous through the movie “Roman Holiday,” the Spanish Steps, and the Trevi Fountain.
【Overall rating】
★★★★★
【Time required】
8h
⑥Vatican
Vatican City is the smallest country in the world and is located within the city of Rome. It is the headquarters of Catholicism and has many religious institutions, centered around St. Mark’s Basilica. The main tourist attractions are the Vatican Museums, which consist of over 20 art galleries and museums, the Sistine Chapel, which houses Michelangelo’s “The Last Judgment,” the headquarters of St. Mark’s Basilica, and the key-shaped St. Mark’s Square. We will also introduce Castel Sant’Angelo, which is on the road leading to the Vatican.
【Overall rating】
★★★★★
【Time required】
7h30
Where should you stay?
If you are traveling around Italy, I recommend staying in each city as you travel, since the cities are far apart.
When I went to Italy, I visited in the following order:
Milan ⇒ Venice ⇒ Florence and Pisa ⇒ Rome and Vatican
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