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7 Things You Didn’t Know About The Incredible Florence Duomo

FlorenceDecember 6, 2016 By Gina Mussio

Florence is chock full of Italy’s finest Renaissance art, history and architecture. It’s a must-see for visitors to Italy and one of the world’s…

Murano glass worked by the hands of a skilled artisan is an incredible souvenir to bring home from Italy.

The 8 Best Souvenirs from Italy and Where to Buy Them

All around Italy, Amalfi coast, Art & culture, Florence, Food & Wine, Rome, Traditions, Travel tips, Tuscany, VeniceOctober 20, 2016 By Gina Mussio

Italy has world-class souvenir shopping – and we don’t mean plastic trinkets. Think world famous markets, delicatessens packed full of local specialty foods, and…

How to Make the Most Out of One Day in Florence

Florence, How toSeptember 6, 2016 By Gina Mussio

One of the questions we’re asked most at Walks of Italy HQ is: What’s the best way to spend one day in Florence? Our…

Fountain of the Four Rivers and the church of Sant'Agnese in Agone in Piazza Navona.

The 14 Italian Piazzas that Every Traveler Should See

All around Italy, Art & culture, Florence, Rome, Sicily, VeniceAugust 9, 2016 By Gina Mussio

Italian piazzas, or squares, are the beating hearts of every Italian town and city. They can be big or small, intimate or dramatic, humble, opulent,…

Where to Stay in Florence: How to Choose the Right Neighborhood for Your Visit

Florence, HotelsJune 14, 2016 By Gina Mussio

For such a small city, Florence packs a formidable punch. With incredible Tuscan cuisine, world-class art and architecture, and Renaissance history seeping from every…

Il Grande Museo Del Duomo is the best new museum in Florence.

Why You Need To Visit Florence’s Incredible New Museum: Il Grande Museo Del Duomo

All around Italy, FlorenceOctober 28, 2015 By Walks of Italy

Walks of Italy runs a range of walking tours around Florence and some of the other most beautiful destinations in Italy. Take a moment and…

The 8 Italian Places To Visit Before You Die

All around Italy, Alps, Florence, Milan, Rome, VaticanSeptember 2, 2015 By Gina Mussio

Walks of Italy runs a wide range of immersive, small group walking tours in Italy. Whether you’re coming to Italy for the first time or…

Delicious Florence Food Tour

Florence, Food & WineJuly 9, 2014 By Tiana Kai

One amazing aspect of traveling around Italy is having the opportunity to eat some of the best and freshest food in the world. Every…

The 4 Best Streets for Shopping in Florence

Florence, Travel tipsApril 3, 2014 By Tiana Kai

Traveling to Italy? Our free online travel guide will answer any question you might have and if you want to experience some of Italy’s top…

The Perfect Day Trip from Florence: A Day in Fiesole

FlorenceFebruary 26, 2014 By Tiana Kai

If you’re looking for the perfect day trip from Florence, head to Fiesole, a village that has stolen hearts from many locals and tourist…

1 Walks of Italy The Biggest Mistake People Make When Planning A Trip to Italy (And How To Avoid It)

Hi Nicole, What a great trip with your mom! Really, which city you choose depends on your likes and dislikes and what you're dying to see. Both Milan and Florence…
2 Walks of Italy 6 Tips for How To Drive in Italy

Hi Deb, We think your first instinct is correct: get rid of the car after Tuscany and train to Venice and Milan. Neither are car-friendly cities (in Venice, you can't…
3 Walks of Italy Amalfi Coast vs. Cinque Terre: Deciding Between Italy’s Most Popular Coastlines

Hi Olga, San Gimignano is a small town and not connected by train. We'd suggest exploring the towns nearby by either bus or car. If you had more time in…