Walks of Italy, Author at Walks of Italy Blog

How to Enjoy the Best Italian Wines in Rome, Venice, and Florence

Food & WineMarch 30, 2016 By Walks of Italy

“A meal without wine is like a day without sunshine.” – Italian proverb The history of wine in Italy is as old as the…

Colosseum Underground Tours Extend Opening Dates & Allows Independent Visits

RomeJune 2, 2014 By Walks of Italy

When the underground of the Colosseum opened to the public for the first time in 2011, there was lots of press and excitement. Then…

New (and Delicious) Italy Food Tours and Cooking Classes!

Food & WineAugust 20, 2013 By Walks of Italy

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve launched some brand-new, hands-on, straight-up mouth-watering Italy food tours and cooking classes. After all, one of the best ways…

Now, Visit the Colosseum Underground at Night

RomeJune 8, 2013 By Walks of Italy

The only thing better than the Colosseum underground… is the Colosseum underground at night! That’s when the Colosseum and its hypogeum—the tunnels beneath the…

The Regions of Italy, From A to Z

Travel tipsMay 7, 2013 By Walks of Italy

Do you know Italy… by region? It might seem like a lot to ask, but if you’re planning a trip to Italy, knowing Italy’s…

If you know how to use the Cinque Terre Train, getting to Riomaggiore is easy!

The Cinque Terre Train: A How-To Guide

Cinque TerreMay 2, 2013 By Walks of Italy

You’ve bought your flights, booked your hotels, and made the excruciating choice between the Cinque Terre and Amalfi Coast (or if you still need help…

Release Date for Dan Brown’s New Book, Inferno, Announced!

FlorenceApril 18, 2013 By Walks of Italy

Dan Brown’s latest book, Inferno, will be released May 14—and, yes, it’s set in Florence and was inspired by Dante’s Inferno (the first part of the Divine Comedy)! The…