{"id":2578,"date":"2023-04-17T13:41:02","date_gmt":"2023-04-17T12:41:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/walks.friday.ie\/?p=2578"},"modified":"2025-11-18T10:34:31","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T10:34:31","slug":"italy-dolomites-best-spots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots","title":{"rendered":"6 Best Towns in the Dolomites for Hiking, Spectacular Views &#038; More"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There&#8217;s no denying that Italy&#8217;s Dolomites, the mountain range in the country&#8217;s northeast, are stunning. But which are the best towns in the Dolomites to visit? Given the size of the Dolomite range &#8211; the 18 peaks cover 350,000 acres &#8211; it can be tough to figure out exactly where to go! Here is our round-up of the six best places to visit in this stunning area. Whether you just want to enjoy the fresh air and mountain views or you want to be more active and enjoy some hiking and snowsports. Here is a peek at some of the best towns in the Dolomites.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20994\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20994\" class=\"wp-image-20994 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/rsz_dolomites.jpg\" alt=\"A majestic mountain range with snow along the valleys and a blue sky in the background.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/rsz_dolomites.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/rsz_dolomites-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20994\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Dolomites is a truly majestic mountain range. But where are the six best towns?<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#Best_towns_in_the_Dolomites\" >Best towns in the Dolomites<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#Sass_Pordoi\" >Sass Pordoi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#Parco_Naturale_Adamello-Brenta\" >Parco Naturale Adamello-Brenta<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#Lake_Garda\" >Lake Garda<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#Belluno_the_National_Park_of_the_Belluno_Dolomites\" >Belluno &amp; the National Park of the Belluno Dolomites<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#Monte_Cristallo\" >Monte Cristallo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#Cortina_dAmpezzo\" >Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#FAQ%C2%B4s_%E2%80%93_Best_towns_in_the_Dolomites\" >FAQ\u00b4s &#8211; Best towns in the Dolomites<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#Whats_the_best_time_of_year_to_visit_the_Dolomites\" >What\u2019s the best time of year to visit the Dolomites?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#How_do_I_get_to_the_Dolomites_and_which_airports_are_closest\" >How do I get to the Dolomites and which airports are closest?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#Is_it_expensive_to_visit_the_Dolomites\" >Is it expensive to visit the Dolomites?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italy-dolomites-best-spots\/#What_transportation_options_are_available_within_the_Dolomites\" >What transportation options are available within the Dolomites?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_towns_in_the_Dolomites\"><\/span>Best towns in the Dolomites<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sass_Pordoi\"><\/span>Sass Pordoi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Want to see some spectacular views&#8230; by car? Then don&#8217;t miss the Sass Pordoi, a pass between the Sella and Marmolada groups of Dolomite mountains. At 7,346 feet, this pass is the highest (surfaced) road through a pass in the Dolomites. For even more gorgeous views, you can take a cable car up from the pass to the summit. And, of course, there are plenty of hiking trails!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2602\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/Sass-Pordoi.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2602\" class=\"wp-image-2602 size-full\" title=\"Sass Pordoi, a spectacular pass in the Dolomites\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/Sass-Pordoi.jpg\" alt=\"A mountain pass in the Dolomites, Italy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"645\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/Sass-Pordoi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/Sass-Pordoi-768x495.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-2602\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sass Pordoi mountain pass in Italy<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parco_Naturale_Adamello-Brenta\"><\/span>Parco Naturale Adamello-Brenta<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Some of the prettiest hiking and scenery is in the Brenta grouping of the Dolomites, located just northwest of Trento. The most famous trail here, Via Bocchetta di Tuckett, is for serious mountaineers only &#8211; harnesses and ropes required! However, easier walking paths and mountain biking are abundant here, too.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2613\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/view-of-the-mountain-Brenta-Dolomites-Italy-3.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2613\" class=\"wp-image-2613 size-full\" title=\"View of Brenta mountain in the Dolomites\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/view-of-the-mountain-Brenta-Dolomites-Italy-3.jpg\" alt=\"Adamello-Brenta park, one of the best places to visit in the Dolomites\" width=\"1000\" height=\"787\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/view-of-the-mountain-Brenta-Dolomites-Italy-3.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/view-of-the-mountain-Brenta-Dolomites-Italy-3-768x604.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-2613\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Adamello-Brenta Park, the Dolomites<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong><em>Insider tip:<\/em> If you have a bucket list then put the Dolomites on it!<\/strong> It is definitely worth the trip and is one of the places you should see at least once in your life. Read more for further inspiration on <a href=\"https:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/vatican\/italian-places-to-visit-before-you-die\">the 8 Italian Places to Visit Before You Die.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lake_Garda\"><\/span>Lake Garda<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Drive to the northern half of Lake Garda, and you will not only leave the tourist crowds behind, but you\u2019ll also enter the Dolomite mountain range. Enjoy the spectacular views, explore the tiny towns dotting the lake, and relax at a vista like this one. No mountaineering required!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2597\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/Open-air-picnic-table-on-the-beautiful-summer-day-by-the-Lago-di-Garda-Lake-Garda-Trento-Italy-copy.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2597\" class=\"wp-image-2597 size-full\" title=\"The Dolomites seen from the Lago di Garda\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/Open-air-picnic-table-on-the-beautiful-summer-day-by-the-Lago-di-Garda-Lake-Garda-Trento-Italy-copy.jpg\" alt=\"The Dolomites seen from the Lago di Garda, one of the best towns in the Dolomites. \" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/Open-air-picnic-table-on-the-beautiful-summer-day-by-the-Lago-di-Garda-Lake-Garda-Trento-Italy-copy.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/Open-air-picnic-table-on-the-beautiful-summer-day-by-the-Lago-di-Garda-Lake-Garda-Trento-Italy-copy-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-2597\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Dolomites seen from Lake Garda &#8211; the Lago di Garda<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Belluno_the_National_Park_of_the_Belluno_Dolomites\"><\/span>Belluno &amp; the National Park of the Belluno Dolomites<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The ancient town of Belluno, with 37,000 inhabitants, is the most important town in the eastern Dolomites. It&#8217;s also a lovely town to make your base. It&#8217;s especially easy to drive from there to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dolomitipark.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Park of the Belluno Dolomites<\/a>, a fantastic reserve that includes glaciers, waterfalls, forests, even a number of art, history and archaeology museums!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3032\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Dolomites-Belluno-Italy.-Panorama..jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3032\" class=\" wp-image-3032 size-full\" title=\"Dolomites (Belluno, Italy)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Dolomites-Belluno-Italy.-Panorama..jpg\" alt=\"Houses and chalets glowing int he early morning sun in a base town of Belluno, with the backdrop of the snowy peaks of the Dolomites.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Dolomites-Belluno-Italy.-Panorama..jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Dolomites-Belluno-Italy.-Panorama.-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3032\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The ancient town of Belluno, in the Dolomites<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Monte_Cristallo\"><\/span>Monte Cristallo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Located in the center of the Dolomites, the four peaks of the Cristallo group reach up to almost 11,000 feet. The group can be explored by cable car or mountaineering, and there&#8217;s skiing here, too!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3030\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Monte-Cristallo-in-the-Dolomites-Cortina-Italy.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3030\" class=\" wp-image-3030 size-full\" title=\"Monte Cristallo in the Dolomites \" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Monte-Cristallo-in-the-Dolomites-Cortina-Italy.jpg\" alt=\"Monte Cristallo, one of the best towns in the Dolomites\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Monte-Cristallo-in-the-Dolomites-Cortina-Italy.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Monte-Cristallo-in-the-Dolomites-Cortina-Italy-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3030\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Monte Cristallo, in the Dolomites<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cortina_dAmpezzo\"><\/span>Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a skier, snowbunny or fashionista, Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo is the place to be in the Dolomites in the winter. This fashionable resort, located in the heart of the Dolomites, doesn&#8217;t just have fantastic skiing\u2014it has some serious history. This is where the 1956 Olympics were held, where the famed James Bond film sequence of gunners chasing Roger Moore on skis in &#8220;For Your Eyes Only&#8221; was filmed, and where both Audrey Hepburn and Ernest Hemingway vacationed!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3031\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/cortina-dampezzo.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3031\" class=\" wp-image-3031 size-full\" title=\"Cortina d'ampezzo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/cortina-dampezzo.jpeg\" alt=\"For one of the best towns in the doloites to visit to ski go to Cortina d'Ampezzo. A street in the town with a large fir tree next to the traditional chalet style buildings and the church spire on the opposite side of the street, with the snowy mountains behind. \" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/cortina-dampezzo.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/cortina-dampezzo-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3031\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo (photo: Antonio De Lorenzo)<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/alps\/italian-alps-dolomites\">The Italian Alps&#8230; or Dolomites? Choosing Your Mountains in Italy<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ%C2%B4s_%E2%80%93_Best_towns_in_the_Dolomites\"><\/span>FAQ\u00b4s &#8211; Best towns in the Dolomites<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_best_time_of_year_to_visit_the_Dolomites\"><\/span>What\u2019s the best time of year to visit the Dolomites?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Dolomites\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Dolomites<\/a> are a true year-round destination. Summer (June to September) is ideal for hiking, cycling and enjoying long daylight hours, while winter (December to March) is perfect for skiing and snow sports. Shoulder seasons\u2014late spring and early autumn\u2014offer quieter trails and lower prices, but some lifts and mountain huts may be closed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_to_the_Dolomites_and_which_airports_are_closest\"><\/span>How do I get to the Dolomites and which airports are closest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Dolomites don\u2019t have a major airport within the mountain range itself, but several international airports are within easy reach. The closest are Innsbruck (Austria), Venice Marco Polo, and Verona. From there, you can reach most Dolomite towns by train plus local bus, or by renting a car\u2014often the most convenient option for exploring multiple areas.<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"862\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2412\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/07\/view-of-the-mountain-Brenta-Dolomites-Italy-2.jpg\" alt=\"Trekking a pass in the Dolomites, Italy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/07\/view-of-the-mountain-Brenta-Dolomites-Italy-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/07\/view-of-the-mountain-Brenta-Dolomites-Italy-2-768x662.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_expensive_to_visit_the_Dolomites\"><\/span>Is it expensive to visit the Dolomites?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Costs vary depending on the season and the type of activities you want to do. Winter ski resorts and peak summer hiking areas tend to have higher accommodation prices. However, staying in smaller alpine villages, booking ahead, or visiting in shoulder seasons can make the trip more budget-friendly. Mountain huts (rifugi) also offer good value for both lodging and meals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_transportation_options_are_available_within_the_Dolomites\"><\/span>What transportation options are available within the Dolomites?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While public transport exists\u2014mainly regional buses connecting towns and lift stations\u2014the Dolomites are easiest to explore by car, especially if you plan to hop between valleys or remote viewpoints. In peak seasons, some popular routes operate shuttle buses to reduce traffic, and many towns run cable cars or gondolas to help visitors reach high-altitude trails.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23789\" style=\"width: 1930px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23789\" class=\"wp-image-23789 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Walks_Venice-Secret-Itineraries-WEB-0019.jpg\" alt=\"A view of a Venetian canal framed by stone, with gondolas on the water and a white marble bridge in the background, lined with colorful buildings and ornate architecture.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Walks_Venice-Secret-Itineraries-WEB-0019.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Walks_Venice-Secret-Itineraries-WEB-0019-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Walks_Venice-Secret-Itineraries-WEB-0019-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23789\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A view of the gondolas and architecture that symbolise the Venetian canals.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Before you head up into the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites, why not start your adventure with a few unforgettable days in Venice?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Fly into the Floating City, soak up its magic, and join one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/venice-tours\/\">expertly guided tours from <strong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"243\">Walks of Italy<\/strong><\/a>. Their Venice experiences \u2014 from hidden alleyways to iconic landmarks \u2014 offer the perfect introduction to Italy before you journey north into the mountains. Explore your options\u00a0and make your trip even more extraordinary.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s no denying that Italy\u2019s Dolomites, the mountain range in the country\u2019s northeast, are stunning. But given the size of the Dolomite range\u2014the 18 peaks cover 350,000 acres\u2014it can be tough to figure out exactly where to go! 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