{"id":8726,"date":"2016-04-13T15:08:38","date_gmt":"2016-04-13T14:08:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/walks.friday.ie\/?p=8726"},"modified":"2024-11-29T13:15:26","modified_gmt":"2024-11-29T13:15:26","slug":"trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake","title":{"rendered":"The Biggest Mistake People Make When Planning a Trip to Italy (And How to Avoid it)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>main problem<\/strong> for anyone planning a trip to Italy is that it\u2019s<strong> impossible to see everything<\/strong> you want in one trip. This leads to the <strong>biggest travel planning mistake<\/strong> that most people make in Italy &#8211; they <strong>try to see too many things<\/strong> in too short a time. We hate to be the bearers of bad news, but overloading your itinerary is a recipe for stress.<\/p>\n<p>We understand why you do it and we sympathize, but let us repeat: rushing your Italian vacation is a surefire way to ruin it. Luckily, the solution is easier than you think. <strong>Narrow down your focus<\/strong> and divide your time accordingly.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22575\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22575\" class=\"wp-image-22575 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/trevi-fountain.jpg\" alt=\"Large ornate fountain surrounded by people\" width=\"1200\" height=\"844\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/trevi-fountain.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/trevi-fountain-768x540.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22575\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Don&#8217;t make these mistakes during your trip to Italy!<\/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\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#How_many_days_do_you_need_in_Italy\" >How many days do you need in Italy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#The_major_cities_trip\" >The major cities trip<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#Itinerary_of_Italys_major_cities\" >Itinerary of Italy\u2019s major cities<\/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\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#How_to_travel_by_train_in_Italy\" >How to travel by train in Italy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#The_regional_trip\" >The regional trip<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#Sample_itinerary\" >Sample itinerary<\/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\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#Logistics_in_Tuscany\" >Logistics in Tuscany<\/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\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#The_thematic_trip_to_Italy\" >The thematic trip to Italy<\/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\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#Epicurean_itinerary\" >Epicurean itinerary<\/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\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#What_to_know_before_you_go_to_Italy\" >What to know before you go to Italy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#FAQ_Planning_a_trip_to_Italy\" >FAQ: Planning a trip to Italy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#How_many_days_do_you_need_in_Rome\" >How many days do you need in Rome?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#How_many_days_in_Venice_do_you_recommend\" >How many days in Venice do you recommend?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#How_many_days_do_you_need_to_explore_Florence\" >How many days do you need to explore Florence?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#Im_planning_my_first_trip_to_Italy_%E2%80%93_which_itinerary_do_you_recommend\" >I&#8217;m planning my first trip to Italy &#8211; which itinerary do you recommend?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/trip-to-italy-travel-planning-mistake\/#What_other_tips_do_you_have_for_Italy_travel_planning\" >What other tips do you have for Italy travel planning?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_you_need_in_Italy\"><\/span>How many days do you need in Italy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The\u00a0<em>rhythm<\/em> of any trip to Italy &#8211; that is, how long you spend seeing <strong>what you came to see<\/strong> and experiencing <strong>what you came to experience<\/strong> &#8211; is just as important as <strong><em>what<\/em> you see and experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In fact, you could simply <strong>book a trip to Rome<\/strong> and spend <strong>two weeks hanging out<\/strong> there without ever getting bored. In order to help you get an idea of how to budget your time in some of Italy\u2019s most popular regions, we have created <strong>three sample itineraries.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After many years of traveling in Italy and interacting with other travelers, we have honed the rhythm of these<strong> itineraries to perfection.<\/strong> Feel free to crib them as is, or use them as a base to create your own custom itinerary. In this case, the\u00a0<em>where\u00a0<\/em>isn\u2019t important; it\u2019s the\u00a0<em>when<\/em> that matters.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21885\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21885\" class=\"wp-image-21885 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_2476.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people inside a gelato shop eating gelato.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_2476.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_2476-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21885\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Slowing down &#8211; and taking time to get to truly savor your destination &#8211; will make for a more enjoyable trip. We promise!<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_major_cities_trip\"><\/span>The major cities trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Italy has<strong> more major tourist cities than most countries.<\/strong> Of course, the capital is a must, but cities like Florence and\u00a0Venice are big draws and, honestly, must-sees.<\/p>\n<p>This sample itinerary is <strong>perfect for the first-time visitor<\/strong> who wants to \u201csee all of Italy\u201d but can\u2019t choose between regions. It gives a <strong>great overview<\/strong> of the most historically significant parts of the country. As a bonus,<strong> hitting the highlights<\/strong> on your first trip also help you focus your sightseeing during any return trips to Italy.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_17748\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17748\" class=\"wp-image-17748 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Walks_Venice-Secret-Itineraries-WEB-0019-web.jpg\" alt=\"Venice slit through a peephole with bridge and canal in the background\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Walks_Venice-Secret-Itineraries-WEB-0019-web.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Walks_Venice-Secret-Itineraries-WEB-0019-web-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17748\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A trip to Venice is a must for first time visitors.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Itinerary_of_Italys_major_cities\"><\/span>Itinerary of Italy\u2019s major cities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>major cities trip<\/strong> is a great introduction to Italy for those who want to see the <strong>most famous art and architecture in the country.<\/strong> It includes the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/colosseo.it\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Colosseum<\/a>, the Duomos<\/strong> of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.duomomilano.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Milan<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/duomo.firenze.it\/it\/scopri\/cattedrale-di-santa-maria-del-fiore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Florence<\/a>, and <strong>the canals<\/strong> along\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/art-culture\/6-fascinating-facts-about-st-marks-basilica\">St. Mark\u2019s Basilica<\/a> in Venice.<\/p>\n<p>To avoid packing in too much, we budget a\u00a0<strong>minimum of two weeks to travel Italy.<\/strong> If you have anything less than that you should take\u00a0a more leisurely trip (see below).<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to spend two weeks in Italy:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rome: <strong>Four days<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Florence: <strong>Three days<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Venice: <strong>Three days<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Milan: <strong>Four days<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_15070\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15070\" class=\"wp-image-15070\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Rome-01.jpg\" alt=\"Rome\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15070\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">There is no more quintessential Roman experience during your trip to Italy than a stroll around the Colosseum and Palantine Hill.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>For anything less than two weeks, you can make the following amendments:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Take a 10 day trip: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cut one city entirely<\/strong> or <strong>one day from Rome<\/strong> and <strong>one day from Florence.<\/strong> However, don\u2019t cut more than one day from each city!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>One week: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cut a city.<\/strong> Rome and Florence have the <strong>most to offer<\/strong> the majority of visitors to Italy, so they should probably remain on your itinerary. Choosing between Venice and Milan <strong>depends on the time of year<\/strong> and what you are looking for.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Venice has more tourism<\/strong> draws like the <a href=\"https:\/\/palazzoducale.visitmuve.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Doge\u2019s Palace<\/a>, St. Mark\u2019s Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, and of course, all those canals.<\/p>\n<p>However, Venice is <em>packed<\/em> with tourists in the <strong>high season.<\/strong> Milan is<strong> not as pretty and has fewer attractions<\/strong> than Venice; however, <strong>it&#8217;s cheaper, less crowded, and has delicious food.<\/strong> If going in the <strong>summer we would recommend Milan.<\/strong> On the other hand, an <strong>autumn or winter trip<\/strong> to Italy would have us favoring Venice.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5 days in Italy: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Choose one of the major cities<\/strong> that you are dying to see and <strong>stay there.<\/strong> Seriously, <strong>one is enough<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Even in a city as small as Venice you will have <strong>more than enough to keep you occupied<\/strong> as long as you take your time and really immerse yourself.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_17747\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17747\" class=\"wp-image-17747 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Walks-20170810-Legendary-Venice-2x3-0014-san-marco.jpg\" alt=\"Facade of San Marco or St Marks Cathedral in Venice\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Walks-20170810-Legendary-Venice-2x3-0014-san-marco.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Walks-20170810-Legendary-Venice-2x3-0014-san-marco-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17747\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Remember to take it slow and really get to know the city.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_travel_by_train_in_Italy\"><\/span>How to travel by train in Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dedicate all of your time to each major city and don\u2019t stray, there\u2019s no time on this Italian travel plan to <strong>visit small towns<\/strong>; plan your travel days in advance: you can book <strong>high-speed train tickets<\/strong> between cities at<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trenitalia.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TrenItalia<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italotreno.com\/it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ItaloTreno<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Or, if you think you might feel overwhelmed when navigating the Italian train system, why not opt for easy-to-use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italiarail.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ItaliaRail<\/a>?\u00a0It provides<strong> 24\/7 English-speaking customer service,<\/strong> facilitates multiple currency options and allows you to purchase tickets for up to 20 passengers in one booking.<\/p>\n<p>Oh, and it has a <strong>VIP Lounge<\/strong> in Rome Termini Station. If you have only one week but don\u2019t cut a city, you\u2019re still committing the biggest mistake travelers make in Italy.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21822\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21822\" class=\"wp-image-21822 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome_0183.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people standing at a viewpoint in Pienza, taking in the view and listening to their tour guide.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome_0183.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome_0183-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21822\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If you have time, visit some of Italy&#8217;s small villages. Who knows what you&#8217;ll discover.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_regional_trip\"><\/span>The regional trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A <strong>regional trip<\/strong> is perfect for those who have <strong>already visited the major Italian cities<\/strong> in a previous trip to Italy and want to really take some time in one area to <strong>experience it like a local.<\/strong> It\u2019s a great way to fully <strong>immerse yourself in Italian culture<\/strong> and avoid the crowded, tourist routes.<\/p>\n<p>Though you can choose any region that interests you,<strong> Tuscany<\/strong> is probably the <strong>most popular region<\/strong> in which to base yourself.<\/p>\n<p>It offers a great mix of history, culture, cuisine, and natural beauty with the added bonus of being close to <strong>transport hubs like Rome and Florence.<\/strong> If your Italy trip takes you farther afield you can apply these same time frames to any region but you will need to choose your own destinations.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21791\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21791\" class=\"wp-image-21791 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome-0017.jpg\" alt=\"People walking a square in Pienza.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome-0017.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome-0017-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21791\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tuscany has it all: food, wine, and nature.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sample_itinerary\"><\/span><strong>Sample itinerary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Though you can always base yourself in Florence and see Tuscany with multiple day trips, we\u2019d suggest <strong>splitting your stay.<\/strong> Try a few nights in Florence with a<strong> day trip to Pisa<\/strong> and a <strong>separate day trip<\/strong> to the <strong>walled-in city of Lucca.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Then, pack your bags and head into the <strong>countryside<\/strong> to the <strong>red-brick town of Siena.<\/strong> From there, you can take day trips to San Gimignano and nearby Volterra, or south to Montepulciano and <a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/789\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/a>. <strong>Just don\u2019t forget to try the wine.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22084\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22084\" class=\"wp-image-22084 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Devour_Florence_Tastes-and-Traditions_May24_0309.jpg\" alt=\"people standing on the street in front of an ornate cathedral\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Devour_Florence_Tastes-and-Traditions_May24_0309.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Devour_Florence_Tastes-and-Traditions_May24_0309-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22084\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Florence is the perfect base for day trips.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>How to spend two weeks in Tuscany:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Florence:<\/strong> <strong>Four full days.<\/strong>\u00a0From Florence, take a <strong>day trip to Lucca<\/strong> and schedule about a <strong>half day for Pisa,<\/strong> with the rest of the day spent in Florence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Siena:<\/strong> <strong>2 days in the city,<\/strong> with a further 8 days using it as your base to travel to <strong>other areas of Tuscany.<\/strong> Make sure not to miss <a href=\"https:\/\/operaduomo.siena.it\/la-cattedrale\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Santa Maria Assunta<\/a>, Siena&#8217;s Duomo and one of our picks for the most fascinating churches in Italy.<\/li>\n<li>From Siena, <strong>dedicate day trips<\/strong> to Montepulciano, Pienza, San Gimignano, and Volterra, with a half day dedicated to Monteriggioni. This leaves you with one day of <strong>extra travel time<\/strong> and one day to return to your <strong>favorite town<\/strong> or simply <strong>take a well-deserved rest.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_21862\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21862\" class=\"wp-image-21862 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Leaning-tower-of-Pisa-facts.jpg\" alt=\"Leaning tower of Pisa facts\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Leaning-tower-of-Pisa-facts.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Leaning-tower-of-Pisa-facts-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21862\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pisa is perfect for a half day trip.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>10 days in Tuscany: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Combine San Gimignano and Volterra and\/or Montepulciano and Pienza<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>One week: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cut a day from Florence<\/strong> or cut <strong>two of the towns<\/strong> farthest from your accommodation. Take a bit more time to explore the towns you do see.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>5 day itinerary: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Base yourself only in Florence.<\/strong> Take two full days to see the city, then take a <strong>day trip to Siena<\/strong> and another to <strong>any other city<\/strong> near Florence, such as Pisa, Lucca, or San Gimignano.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Insiders\u2019 tip<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A regional trip is all about <strong>diving deep into a specific region.<\/strong> Besides Florence, Tuscany\u2019s famous towns and cities tend to be <strong>quite small.<\/strong> You can easily visit <strong>one town per day,<\/strong> and sometimes <strong>even more than one.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Your best time saver here is a <strong>clear plan<\/strong> about which towns are near to each other and a really good train schedule or GPS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_22302\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22302\" class=\"wp-image-22302 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/Walks_Florence_Tuscany-from-Florence_0013.jpg\" alt=\"view of beautiful city with river running through it.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/Walks_Florence_Tuscany-from-Florence_0013.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/Walks_Florence_Tuscany-from-Florence_0013-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22302\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">With views like these, you won&#8217;t get tired of Florence.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Logistics_in_Tuscany\"><\/span>Logistics in Tuscany<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Hilltop town hopping<\/strong> during your day trips means <strong>a lot of driving (or bussing it)<\/strong> around countryside, but in beautiful Tuscany that\u2019s an advantage. For starters, you <strong>won\u2019t have to lug your suitcases<\/strong> around or waste time checking in and out of various hotels. Also, your base will feel more like home.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of staying in a travel hub you might also consider <strong>setting up in an agriturismo or a small apartment;<\/strong> it\u2019s a chance to really<strong> get to know a region<\/strong> and get a taste of small-town Italy; with regional trains you <strong>don\u2019t need to your tickets in advance,<\/strong> but you should read up on the train schedules ahead of time.<\/p>\n<p>Want to experience the <strong>best of Tuscany<\/strong> without worrying about logistics and finding your own way around? Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/florence-tours\/tuscany-day-trips-from-florence\/\">Tuscany day trip from Florence<\/a> is calling your name.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12845\" style=\"width: 1250px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12845\" class=\"wp-image-12845 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Walks-20190711-Rome-Tuscany-Day-Trip-0026-16x9-e1571835124204.jpg\" alt=\"Planning a trip to Tuscany\" width=\"1240\" height=\"896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Walks-20190711-Rome-Tuscany-Day-Trip-0026-16x9-e1571835124204.jpg 1240w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Walks-20190711-Rome-Tuscany-Day-Trip-0026-16x9-e1571835124204-768x555.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1240px) 100vw, 1240px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12845\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">There are plenty of beautiful places to explore in Tuscany; the question is, where should you take a day trip from Florence?<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_thematic_trip_to_Italy\"><\/span>The thematic trip to Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A <strong>thematic trip<\/strong> is a <strong>unique way<\/strong> for you to connect with your destination. Not only will you <strong>see towns<\/strong> that you may not have visited otherwise, but following your theme is sure to <strong>create lifelong memories<\/strong> and <strong>unique experiences<\/strong> in each place you visit.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The theme is up to you.<\/strong> Perhaps you want to trace the twisted trail of Caravaggio around the country or sample Italy\u2019s best outdoor adventures. One of the <strong>most common themes for Italian trips is food.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>An Epicurean itinerary will not only <strong>give travelers a chance to see less-visited regions<\/strong> and <strong>understand the customs<\/strong> and peculiarities in Italy\u2019s cuisine, it\u2019s also just delicious.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22249\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22249\" class=\"wp-image-22249 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/09\/Devour_Rome_Pizza-Class10067.jpg\" alt=\"A person taking a slice from their pizza.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/09\/Devour_Rome_Pizza-Class10067.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/09\/Devour_Rome_Pizza-Class10067-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22249\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">In Italy, every pizza is a personal pizza.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Epicurean_itinerary\"><\/span><strong>Epicurean itinerary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Though<strong> every region in Italy<\/strong> has its<strong> own unique cuisine<\/strong>, some lend themselves to tourists better than others. Head to Naples to <strong>try traditional Neapolitan pizza<\/strong> and sample their tradition-infused <strong>coffee culture.<\/strong> Then go to Rome to explore the beautiful contrast between the city\u2019s love of pork and its <strong>delicious\u00a0kosher traditions in the Jewish quarter.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>From there, move on to Emilia Romagna, potentially the<strong> most famous region for food<\/strong> in all of Italy. After all, its capital city, Bologna, is even nicknamed \u201cThe Fat One\u201d!<strong> Try the famous <em>rag\u00f9<\/em> sauce<\/strong> on top of fresh tagliatelle pasta or in a<strong> traditional, gluttonous lasagna.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Where to spend two weeks in Italy:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Naples:<strong> Three<\/strong> <strong>days<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Rome: <strong>Four<\/strong> <strong>days<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Bologna: <strong>Three days<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Mantua:<strong> Three days<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>One day<\/strong> extra travel time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>10 day itinerary:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cut one city.<\/strong> Which city depends entirely on your tastes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>One week:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit just<strong> Bologna<\/strong> and <strong>Mantua<\/strong> in the north, or <strong>Naples<\/strong> and <strong>Rome<\/strong> in the south.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>5 days: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Explore the culinary intricacies<\/strong> \u2013 of which there are many \u2013 of just one city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_18218\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18218\" class=\"wp-image-18218\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Food-tour-Bologna-DevourTours-274.jpg\" alt=\"Guests on bologna food tour eating pasta and drinking wine at a restaurant\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18218\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bologna is an amazing destination for sampling the most delicious pasta, wine, and charcuterie.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_know_before_you_go_to_Italy\"><\/span>What to know before you go to Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the point is to follow a specific theme, you\u2019ll need to<strong> do plenty of research beforehand.<\/strong> We have dozens of food articles\u00a0for specific <strong>destinations on our blog,<\/strong> but search <strong>books, blogs and documentaries<\/strong> as well.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget that unless you are\u00a0<em>very dedicated<\/em>\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0want to see a <strong>few things outside your chosen theme,<\/strong> so be sure to budget time for that in each location as well, but don\u2019t stray from the map.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21904\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21904\" class=\"wp-image-21904 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_0821.jpg\" alt=\"A woman taking a bite out of a fried rice ball in Rome, Italy.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_0821.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_0821-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21904\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If you&#8217;re a foodie, be sure to research what bites you need to try before arriving.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_Planning_a_trip_to_Italy\"><\/span>FAQ: Planning a trip to Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_you_need_in_Rome\"><\/span>How many days do you need in Rome?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When you plan your trip to Italy, consider <strong>no fewer than three days<\/strong> in Rome.<\/p>\n<p>As both the ancient and <strong>modern capital of Italy,<\/strong> it\u2019s a hub for a lot of things you\u2019re going to want to see. The history, sights, and feel of the city can hardly be seen with less time.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21899\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21899\" class=\"wp-image-21899 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_1140.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people exploring Trastevere neighborhood.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_1140.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_1140-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21899\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">You&#8217;ll need at least three days to fully experience Rome.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_in_Venice_do_you_recommend\"><\/span>How many days in Venice do you recommend?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s possible to <strong>see Venice in a day,<\/strong> and many people do it that way. However, they miss out on the <strong>fantastic nightlife,<\/strong> the feel of Venice with <strong>fewer tourists,<\/strong> and the beauty of the city by night.<\/p>\n<p>If you really can\u2019t give it <strong>three days,<\/strong> you should at least <strong>try staying for one night.<\/strong> Take the next day to visit the Venetian islands of Burano and Murano.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_17782\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17782\" class=\"wp-image-17782\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1268-Venice_Lagoon-Boat-Trip-16x9-0007.jpg\" alt=\"Traveler takes photo of Venice from afar across the lagoons\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1268-Venice_Lagoon-Boat-Trip-16x9-0007.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1268-Venice_Lagoon-Boat-Trip-16x9-0007-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1268-Venice_Lagoon-Boat-Trip-16x9-0007-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17782\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Venice offers unique and fantastic sights; we recommend spending more than one day here so you can go beyond the center and visit a few of the islands.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_you_need_to_explore_Florence\"><\/span>How many days do you need to explore Florence?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When planning your trip to Italy, set aside <strong>at least two full days<\/strong> for Florence. As the cradle of the Renaissance, Florence is <strong>packed with world-class art, iconic architecture, and charming streets<\/strong> that deserve time to be fully appreciated.<\/p>\n<p>Two days give you enough time to explore it&#8217;s highlights. It also allows for a leisurely stroll across the Ponte Vecchio and through the Oltrarno district. With<strong> less than two days,<\/strong> you\u2019ll likely <strong>feel rushed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22292\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22292\" class=\"wp-image-22292 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walks_Florence_Alone-in-Duomo_0018.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people walking around Florence, Italy. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walks_Florence_Alone-in-Duomo_0018.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walks_Florence_Alone-in-Duomo_0018-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22292\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Florence is not only a beautiful city, it also has delicious regional food you&#8217;ll want to try.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Im_planning_my_first_trip_to_Italy_%E2%80%93_which_itinerary_do_you_recommend\"><\/span>I&#8217;m planning my first trip to Italy &#8211; which itinerary do you recommend?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The itineraries above won\u2019t help you see everything in Italy. In fact, if you follow our instruction you\u2019ll actually see less of the country than most, but <strong>you\u2019ll enjoy what you do see a lot more.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We all want to see everything, but rushing from destination to destination <strong>only adds stress<\/strong> and <strong>takes away from your overall experience.<\/strong> Don\u2019t worry too much, you\u2019re sure to return. After all, there\u2019s always more to explore.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21834\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21834\" class=\"wp-image-21834 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome_0035.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people in front of the Monticchiello cathedral in Tuscany.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome_0035.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome_0035-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Walks_Rome_Tuscany-from-Rome_0035-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21834\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Italy is amazing, don&#8217;t rush your tip.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_other_tips_do_you_have_for_Italy_travel_planning\"><\/span>What other tips do you have for Italy travel planning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Often &#8211; especially when planning a thematic trip &#8211; you will want to <strong>create an itinerary with smaller cities<\/strong> and lesser-known destinations. However, this also means traveling longer distances.<\/p>\n<p>In order to avoid the big mistake of trying to fit too much in,<strong> consolidate your options.<\/strong> You would be surprised how many things there are to try in each place you visit if you just take the time to look. Any Italian will tell you that <strong>food should be enjoyed<\/strong> at a <strong>leisurely pace<\/strong> and a <strong>few meals in a given destination<\/strong> is always better than just one.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21897\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21897\" class=\"wp-image-21897 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_1564.jpg\" alt=\"A waiter pouring a glass of Italian wine for two customers.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_1564.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_1564-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21897\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Italian wine is meant to be sipped and savored.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><em>Update Notice: This article was updated on November 29, 2024.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The main problem for anyone planning a trip to Italy is that\u00a0it\u2019s impossible\u00a0to see everything you want in one\u00a0trip!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":40,"featured_media":18580,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[66,65,63],"ppma_author":[161],"class_list":["post-8726","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel-tips","tag-day-trips","tag-act-like-a-local","tag-trip-planning"],"authors":[{"term_id":161,"user_id":40,"is_guest":0,"slug":"ginamussio","display_name":"Gina Mussio","avatar_url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d9497ce1b0417babd82886ad23b18998?s=96&d=mm&r=g","user_url":"","last_name":"Mussio","first_name":"Gina","job_title":"","description":"Gina is a Midwesterner living in Lombardy, Italy where she writes about Italian culture, travel and food. 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