Let’s face it – the Italians have to be the most beautiful people on the planet.
If you are heading to Europe this summer (lucky you!) and wondering what to wear in Italy, I have just the post for you.
We have spent many, many months in Italy (and have learned a lot of Italian mistakes along the way!)
We have been backpacking with our kids, had weekends in Rome, spent months drinking wine and eating fabulous food in Tuscany, and (I wasn’t going to share this) were cautioned by the police in Saint Mark’s Square for not knowing the dos and don’ts in Venice.
Know that you must not only look gorgeous when packing outfits for Venice, Italy, but also feel comfortable.
With a few Italy tips, we will tell you what to bring on vacation and send you off to Italy wearing outfits that will make you look like a movie star and feel every bit as relaxed!
After countless plates of pasta, approximately 87 gelatos, and enough espresso and wine to fuel a small country, I’ve finally compiled my ultimate guide of places to visit in Italy.
I am a slow traveller, and after seven-month-long visits to Italy (plus six weeks travelling for free by housesitting in Italy), this boot-shaped paradise has completely stolen my heart (and expanded my waistline, but let’s not talk about that here – I’ll pretend that it’s mid-life spread and blame it on my hormones).
Whether you’re a history buff, foodie, beach lover, or just someone who appreciates me telling you what Italy is really like, you are in the right place.
So grab a glass of Chianti and let me walk you through the 27 places in Italy that left me speechless—and trust me, that takes some doing…
San Gimignano is a charming medieval hilltop town nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Italy.
It is an absolute must-visit destination for travellers seeking an authentic Italian experience, and in my (humble) opinion, it is one of the most beautiful places in the world.
Known for its well-preserved architecture, picturesque landscapes, and rich cultural heritage, I think San Gimignano is one of the best places to visit in Italy. Why? Because it has it all…
We are currently staying in Tuscany, Italy. In a beautiful seaside town called Porto Santo Stefano.
We are here for six weeks – housesitting (more on that in a minute) and have spent a great deal of time writing about Italy travel tips and creating podcasts and videos about travelling this fabulous country.
So, guess what we did this week?
We drove for two hours to spend the day exploring the quaint, much-talked-about, beautiful town of San Gimignano.
And because we love you…
When we returned home (to our housesit), we made a podcast for you.
To share our very real and honest thoughts on what WE thought of the famous San Giamingnio and whether we thought it was worth the two-hour drive through Tuscany.
But.
Before you listen to this brilliant husband and wife podcast, here are a few facts about San Gimignano in Tuscany and five compelling reasons why you should (perhaps) consider adding San Gimignano to your travel itinerary.
This week’s show is brought to you from Tuscany in Italy. Brian and Liz’s home for the next six weeks while they housesit a superb home with a friendly little cat.
I know. You don’t have to tell us. We feel like we’ve won the lottery.
The thing with Italy is everyone thinks it is perfect.
And it is. Of course, it is. I mean, what’s not to love about Italia?
The buildings are beautiful, the weather is lovely, the people are gorgeous, and the food is divine…
But what about those bloody pigeons? (Why have the flying rats chosen THAT house?) And all those steps?
And WHY, just because the Italian restaurant owners are so strong and handsome and persuasive, do you end up with an 80 euro bill when all you went in for was a bowl of olives??
Sit back and let Liz and Brian share a few things about Italy that might just surprise you…
Either you have a beautiful Italian long-lost relative who is more than happy to connect and fill you in on all the secret know-how’s; someone who tells you what to do, where to go and what to wear in Italy.
OR
You haven’t got an ounce of Italian blood in your body, meaning you spend every waking hour researching Italian travel tips, filling your brain with everything you should do in Italy.
Only to discover that once you arrive in what can only be described as one of the most beautiful places in the world, you have completely forgotten to consider the things that you shouldn’t do.
One of the most embarrassing moments of my life was when I was cautioned by the police in Italy (in front of my kids – even worse) for eating ice cream in Piazza San Marco, Venice.
You see, when planning our family trip to Italy, I did plenty of research on what to do in Venice but totally neglected the no-no’s.
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