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110 things to do in Italy

Ivrea Battle of the Oranges
This celebration of freedom costs 500,000 kilos of fruit and, probably, as many orange-sized bruises, but locals know it's worth the price

Christmas Food
Try Tuscany Christmas dainties once – and you will want to spend another Christmas there

Castagnaccio
When on the lookout for something sweet, help yourself to a slice of chestnut cake

Sunflower Fields
These large yellow flowers will please your eye throughout the summer

Sea Urchins
Sea urchins, also known as sea hedgehogs, are a cool weather delicacy

Easter Holidays in Tuscany
Colorful religious processions are the main highlight of the Holy Week in Tuscany

La Sciuta di San Sebastiano
The celebration of San Sebastiano in Sicily can easily top every patron saint festival in the whole Italy

Grand Italian Trail (Sentiero Italia)
A long path of all across Italy must be quite a challenge to thru-hike. The good news is you can choose the most scenic parts from its 368 sections

Olive Harvest
Live the life of a Tuscan farmer participating in traditional harvest activities

Giostra del Saracino (Joust of the Saracens)
Feel the medieval spirit during this ancient knight competition held twice a year in the city of Arezzo

Stelvio Bike Day (Scalata Cima Coppi)
One day a year one of the highest drivable paths in the Alps is completely free of traffic, drivers leave it in favour of thousands of cyclists

Game of the Bridge (Gioco del Ponte)
This most spectacular tradition in Pisa celebrates the great medieval history

Bravio delle Botti
A fun wine barrel race in a picturesque old town of Montepulciano

The Feast of Archangel Michael
The celebration in honour of St. Michael offers spectacular events and fireworks

Calcio Storico (Calcio Fiorentino)
54 footballers in traditional costumes play the brutal game to glorify their historic districts

Saint Agata Festival
The celebration of the Catania martyr is one of the central events in this region of Sicily

Palio della Balestra
This medieval crossbow competition is a real celebration of the Renaissance era

Run Rome The Marathon, or Maratona di Roma
Rome hosts one of world's most scenic marathons

Zucchini Blossom
Fried zucchini blossoms, stuffed with cheese, is a masterpiece of the Italian cuisine.

Sicilian Blood Oranges
The oranges with the red juice and sweet distinctive taste are the fruity pride of Sicily

Birdwatching
Numerous birds choose Tuscany as their temporary winter home

Marino Wine Festival (Sagra dell’Uva di Marino)
An exceptional festival with local wine flowing from a fountain!

Easter Explosion of the Cart (Lo Scoppio del Carro)
Easter in Florence is memorable for splendid fireworks display

Luminara of San Ranieri Pisa
One of the most beautiful nights in the ancient Italian city

Wild Poppy Bloom
Poppy fields attract many photographers trying to capture the beauty of spring flowers

Fiera del Cacio
The cheese fair held in the birthplace of pecorino itself offers the best selection of world-famous Tuscan cheese

Vendemmia or Grape Harvest
Vendemmia is one of the most important seasons in Tuscany

Easter Food
You make know Easter bread and Italian panettone but how about trying dove cake or a rustic pizza?

Bougainvillea Bloom
Rome's streets become even more romantic when houses are covered in vibrant bougainvillea blooms

Terme di Saturnia
Ancient Romans enjoyed this relaxing spot and used to come here for treatment. You too can try its healing powers

Bringoli Feast of San Martino (Festa dei Bringoli di San Martino)
Delicious handmade spaghetti is a real treat for the real foodies

Beach Season
Turquoise water and plenty of shade make Tuscan beaches a dream summer getaway

Arena di Verona Opera Festival
Watch an opera at a majestic Roman amphitheatre

Gubbio Festa dei Ceri and Corsa dei Ceri (Race of the Candles)
One of the oldest folklore events in Italy takes over the streets of Gubbio in May

Frasassi Caves (Grotte di Frasassi), Genga
Visit the largest underground cave in Europe during your Italian vacation

Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra), Capri
This sea cave amazes with its mysterious blue waters

Wild Mushroom Season
Italy is lucky to have plenty of fresh wild mushrooms

Aperitivo Time in Milan
Pre-dinner drinks are something special in Northern Italy. They usually involve cocktails, snacks, and good company

Italian Black Summer Truffles
Try typical fresh Italian black truffles while visiting Italy

Flea Markets
Get ready to hunt and maybe you'll be lucky to find something precious

Rock Climbing
Rock climbing can be the most exciting part of your holidays in Italy

Infiorata Flower Carpet Festivals
Witness how towns and villages create incredible art that will only last for a few days

Skiing & Snowboarding Season
The Alps and Dolomites have some of the greatest resorts in Europe

Milan Women's Fashion Week
To stay stylish explore latest vogue collection in Milan

EuroChocolate Festival Perugia
Visit one of the most significant Chocolate events in Europe

White Truffle Season & Fairs
Enjoy the smell of fresh truffles in the air while visiting the best Italian white truffles markets

Cavalcata Sarda
A great way to feel the real spirit of Sardinia and learn about its culture and traditions

Casu Marzu, Sardinian Maggot Cheese
This Sardinian delicacy has live maggots inside! Sounds disgusting? Just try it! The taste reminds of strong Parmesan

Milano Film Festival (MFF)
A movieholic can't miss this film event while visiting Milan

Scala dei Turchi
The large chalk cliff lures tourists and photographers to the azure coast

Christmas Season
With festive decorations and dozens of nativity scenes, Rome has plenty to offer during the holidays

Christmas Markets
A mix of Mediterranean food and culture with Alpine traditions

Carnival (Carnevale) in Italy
The whole Italy dresses up in incredible costumes and masks

Great St Bernard Pass
A scenic mountain pass that gdot famous thanks to its dogs

Timmelsjoch
A secret Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road in the Ötztal Alps attracts adrenaline-seekers

Stelvio Pass (Passo dello Stelvio)
A popular cycling destination in the Ortler Alps

Holy Week & Easter
Take to the streets to see elaborate and dramatic processions and honour the most important week in the Christian calendar

Santuario Basilica Madonna della Corona
Have you seen a church, suspended halfway between Heaven and Earth?

Liberation Day (Festa della Liberazione)
The holiday marked with anti-fascist rallies and speeches

Umbria Jazz
The largest and most famous jazz festival in Italy

Spoleto Festival dei 2Mondi
A festival connecting two worlds and celebrating all forms of art

Medieval Festival Monteriggioni
One of the oldest medieval festivals in Italy with dances, music, and traditional crafts

Rome Film Festival
One of the most prestigeous film festivals in the world

La Partita a Scacchi di Marostica
Watch an amazing living chess game dating back to the 15th century

Festa del Torrone Cremona
The sweetest Christmas-time festival in the Lombardy region

Festa dei Serpari di Cocullo (Cocullo Snake Festival)
One of the most unusual festivals in Europe, where snakes wrap the statue of San Domenico

Cesena Festival del Cibo di Strada
One of the favorite gastronomic festivals in the Emilia-Romagna region

Ypsigrock Festival
Sicily hosts one of the most well-known indie and alternative festivals in Italy

Bababoom Festival
Relax to reggae music on the beautiful Italian beach on the east coast

Cuneo National Chestnut Fair (Fiera Nazionale del Marrone)
One of the largest food festivals in Italy

Red Bull Cliff Diving
Breathtaking competition in Polignano a Mare on the scenic Adriatic sea coast

Journey into the Middle Ages (Viaggio nel Medioevo)
A summer medieval festival of historical reenactments

Giostra Cavalleresca di Sulmona
A spectacular Medieval-style jousting tournament

Festival della Mente
The first European festival dedicated to human creativity in Sarzana

Ravello Music Festival
A classical music festival with breathtaking views over Amalfi Coast

Kitesurfing & Windsurfing
Ride strong thermal winds in the paradise of Mediterranean

Rome Christmas Markets
You can't miss this holiday fair in the beautiful Piazza Navona

Mediterranean Cruises
Enjoy an award-winning vacation, highlighting picture-perfect coasts, ancient history, and fine cuisine

Ponte alla Luna (Bridge to the Moon)
Suspension bridges connect two peaks in Sasso di Castalda

Italian International Balloon Grand Prix in Todi
Be sure to book tickets to this fairytale hot-air balloon festival!

Merano WineFestival
The festival in the picturesque Italian town of Merano will introduce you to the world of wine culture

Sanremo Music Festival
Experience the magic of Italy's premier musical event at the Sanremo Music Festival

Trento Film Festival
The first and oldest international film festival dedicated to the themes of mountains, adventure, and exploration

Krampus in Italy
During Christmas time, the region’s Germanic spirit comes alive

Krampus in Bolzano
Experience the region's unique festive spirit with Krampuslauf in Bolzano

Krampus in Merano
In Merano, keep an eye out for devilish figures making surprise appearances among the festive stalls of the Christmas Market

Krampus in Brixen (Bressanone)
On Krampusnacht the Christmas devil comes alive

Krampus in Sterzing (Vipiteno)
Traditional spine-chilling figure of South Tyrol's Christmas season