Italy Travel Stories

May 16, 2023 • 9 min read

With so many attractions, it's hard to know where to begin with a trip to Italy. Here's some local insight into the essential things to know before you go.

Nov 9, 2022 • 4 min read

Hit early and hard at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, these cities have been chosen as a symbol of renaissance, hope and rebirth through culture.

Oct 8, 2022 • 10 min read

From the cliff-hanging trails of Amalfi to the colossal granite spires of the Dolomites, Italy is made for hiking.

Feb 28, 2022 • 5 min read

Our guide offers a roundup of the best sites in Rome, Lazio, Umbria and Tuscany for discovering the art and architecture of the ancient Etruscans.

Sep 29, 2021 • 5 min read

Visitors to Italy ordering their first real coffee need to know they’re in quasi-sacred territory. Here are our top tips on how to drink coffee in Italy

Aug 5, 2021 • 5 min read

Travel writer Allison Tibaldi learned that a mishmash of whatever's in the fridge does not make a meal in Italy. She shares her story with Lonely Planet.

Jun 24, 2021 • 7 min read

While Italy’s natural beauty is certainly no secret, the country’s national parks tend to slip under the travel radar.

Jun 11, 2021 • 5 min read

Fantastic food can be served anywhere in Italy. But how do you know an enoteca from a tavola calda, and which one is right for you?

Jan 14, 2021 • 5 min read

Dr Jill Biden is the first Italian-American first lady in US history, so where are her Italian ancestors from? Researchers in these villages might have the…

Jan 4, 2021 • 6 min read

As vaccines begin to roll out in the US and abroad, travelers are optimistic about returning to a peripatetic lifestyle in the new year. 

Dec 2, 2020 • 4 min read

From local wine and seasonal produce to lip-smacking regional dishes, here's how to experience the very best of Italy's Slow Food movement.

Nov 28, 2020 • 3 min read

Italians may have a loose interpretation of certain driving rules, but there are some rules they will always stick to (and yes, most of them are about food).

Oct 16, 2020 • 13 min read

Beyond the glitz of the Italian lake district, we meet the locals who are preserving centuries-old traditions.

Oct 16, 2020 • 9 min read

Two families who are embarking on new lives on foreign shores share their experiences with Lonely Planet.

Oct 14, 2020 • 3 min read

Romance runs rich through Italy’s veins, but the most famous sight isn’t always the most swoon-worthy. Here's where to go for a proper hot date.

Oct 14, 2020 • 5 min read

From the city's history to how to buy tickets, here's everything you need to know to plan a visit to ancient Pompeii, one of Italy’s most haunting sights.

Sep 24, 2020 • 1 min read

The villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso show just why this is one of Italy's most beautiful destinations.

Aug 25, 2020 • 8 min read

Fancy a villa by the sea, or an apartment in a vibrant Mediterranean city? Here's what you need to know about buying property around the Med.

Aug 24, 2020 • 5 min read

In 2020, we have a rare sight - Venice without the crowds. Here's what it's like for visitors and locals.

Aug 19, 2020 • 5 min read

Learning new cookery skills and sightseeing in beautiful Tuscany had a long-lasting impact on this travel blogger.

Aug 12, 2020 • 6 min read

Italy was hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak early, but the country flattened the curve and travel restrictions are beginning to lift. Here’s the latest.

Aug 7, 2020 • 4 min read

Whether you choose to join the queue or set sail in a boat of your own, here are six picturesque places to take to the seas this summer.