{"id":1134,"date":"2016-12-21T10:20:33","date_gmt":"2016-12-21T10:20:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=1134"},"modified":"2025-01-16T15:20:50","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T15:20:50","slug":"5-italian-cities-for-the-perfect-weekend-break","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/5-italian-cities-for-the-perfect-weekend-break\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Italian Cities for the Perfect Weekend Break"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Italy makes a great choice for a weekend getaway, for couples and families alike. If you\u2019re looking to pack your bags and head off on a romantic weekend or family adventure, we\u2019ve collated our favourite Italian cities for a weekend break (or two).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Rome<\/b><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Rome might be the obvious choice, but for good reason; the city is full of historical landmarks, art and stunning architecture. With the city easily navigable on foot \u2014 and only a short journey from the airport \u2014 it makes a great choice for travellers looking to travel light. All you need to do is buy a guide book (ideally one that includes a map), and get ready to see the Colosseum, Sistine Chapel, St Peter\u2019s Basilica and the Vatican City. Expect sore feet by Monday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"wp-image-9618\" src=\"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2021\/03\/Rome-colosseum-2-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2021\/03\/Rome-colosseum-2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2021\/03\/Rome-colosseum-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2021\/03\/Rome-colosseum-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2021\/03\/Rome-colosseum-2-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2021\/03\/Rome-colosseum-2-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2021\/03\/Rome-colosseum-2.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Must do: <\/b>There are plenty of street restaurants overlooking the famous landmarks, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon. They make the perfect location for a romantic candle-lit dinner for two, as you soak up the atmosphere of this fantastic city.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Milan<\/b><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a weekend shopping break, Milan is the city for you. Not only does it boast a plethora of designer and independent boutiques, its also home to a variety of outlet stores. Both airports have good connections, and great links into and around the city \u2014 which is handy for transporting full suitcases back to the airport. If you fancy some culture, head to the Duomo cathedral, head to the Villa Necchi Camiglio \u2014 a 1930s street \u2014 or visit one of the many art galleries in the city.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"595\" class=\"wp-image-2667\" src=\"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/04\/Milan-Duomo-1024x595.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/04\/Milan-Duomo-1024x595.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/04\/Milan-Duomo-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/04\/Milan-Duomo-768x446.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/04\/Milan-Duomo-1200x698.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/04\/Milan-Duomo-600x349.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/04\/Milan-Duomo.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Must do: <\/b>Visit The Last Supper; the world-famous mural painting by Leonard Da Vinci is in the refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. It\u2019s best to book tickets in advance to avoid long queues.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Turin<\/b><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Turin might not be as well known as other Italian cities for its museums, art and architecture \u2014 but unfairly so. The Palazzo Madam houses the Civic Museum of Ancient Art, showcasing centuries of Italian and European sculpture, painting and jewellery and the Palace of Venaria is breathtakingly stunning former royal house.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"wp-image-9620\" src=\"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2016\/12\/piazza-vittorio-438449_1280-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2016\/12\/piazza-vittorio-438449_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2016\/12\/piazza-vittorio-438449_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2016\/12\/piazza-vittorio-438449_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2016\/12\/piazza-vittorio-438449_1280-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2016\/12\/piazza-vittorio-438449_1280-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2016\/12\/piazza-vittorio-438449_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Must do:<\/b> Visit the Egyptian Museum, which is one of the finest dedicated Egyptian museums in the world. It boasts over 30,000 pieces, collated since its foundation in 1826.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Florence<\/b><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Without a doubt one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Florence boasts a wealth of art and architecture. Grab a map and explore the streets on foot to get a feel for the city\u2019s history, marvel at the sculptures on display \u2014 including Michelangelo\u2019s David \u2014 and snap a few pics of the famous Ponte Vecchio bridge.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File%3APonte_Vecchio.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/3\/33\/Ponte_Vecchio.jpg\" alt=\"Ponte Vecchio\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Must do: <\/b>Head to Piazza di Santo Spirito, for an evening drink or morning coffee. The cafes and bars are lively and atmospheric, and the outdoor terraces are a great place to nurse a hangover (or get one started).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/italy\/florence-apartments-florence-accommodation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View apartments in Florence &gt;\u00a0<\/a><\/b><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Venice<\/b><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Perfect for the romantics, it\u2019s easy to see why thousands of tourists fall in love with Venice every year. With many of the major attractions located a stone\u2019s throw away from one another, it\u2019s easy to squeeze in plenty of sightseeing in a 48 hour trip. For a birds-eye-view of the city, grab the lift up the Campanile \u2014 the city\u2019s tallest building which was rebuilt in 1902.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" class=\"wp-image-2793\" src=\"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/05\/shutterstock_444112519.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/05\/shutterstock_444112519.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/05\/shutterstock_444112519-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/05\/shutterstock_444112519-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookingsforyou.com\/blog\/images\/2020\/05\/shutterstock_444112519-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><b>Must do: <\/b>It might be cliched, but take a gondola punt through one of the many canals; it\u2019s a beautiful way to see the city sights and one to tick off the bucket list.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Italy makes a great choice for a weekend getaway, for couples and families alike. If you\u2019re looking to pack your bags and head off on a romantic weekend or family adventure, we\u2019ve collated our favourite Italian cities for a weekend break (or two). Rome Rome might be the obvious choice, but for good reason; the city is full of historical landmarks, art and stunning architecture. With the city easily navigable on foot \u2014 and only a short journey from the airport \u2014 it makes a great choice for travellers looking to travel light. All you need to do is buy a guide book (ideally one that includes a map), and get ready to see the Colosseum, Sistine Chapel, St Peter\u2019s Basilica and the Vatican City. Expect sore feet by Monday. Must do: There are plenty of street restaurants overlooking the famous landmarks, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon. They make the perfect location for a romantic candle-lit dinner for two, as you soak up the atmosphere of this fantastic city. Milan If you\u2019re looking for a weekend shopping break, Milan is the city for you. Not only does it boast a plethora of designer and independent boutiques, its also home to a variety of outlet stores. Both airports have good connections, and great links into and around the city \u2014 which is handy for transporting full suitcases back to the airport. If you fancy some culture, head to the Duomo cathedral, head to the Villa Necchi Camiglio \u2014 a 1930s street \u2014 or visit one of the many art galleries in the city. Must do: Visit The Last Supper; the world-famous mural painting by Leonard Da Vinci is in the refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. It\u2019s best to book tickets in advance to avoid long queues. Turin Turin might not be as well known as other Italian cities for its museums, art and architecture \u2014 but unfairly so. The Palazzo Madam houses the Civic Museum of Ancient Art, showcasing centuries of Italian and European sculpture, painting and jewellery and the Palace of Venaria is breathtakingly stunning former royal house. Must do: Visit the Egyptian Museum, which is one of the finest dedicated Egyptian museums in the world. It boasts over 30,000 pieces, collated since its foundation in 1826. Florence Without a doubt one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Florence boasts a wealth of art and architecture. Grab a map and explore the streets on foot to get a feel for the city\u2019s history, marvel at the sculptures on display \u2014 including Michelangelo\u2019s David \u2014 and snap a few pics of the famous Ponte Vecchio bridge. Must do: Head to Piazza di Santo Spirito, for an evening drink or morning coffee. The cafes and bars are lively and atmospheric, and the outdoor terraces are a great place to nurse a hangover (or get one started). View apartments in Florence &gt;\u00a0 Venice Perfect for the romantics, it\u2019s easy to see why thousands of tourists fall in love with Venice every year. With many of the major attractions located a stone\u2019s throw away from one another, it\u2019s easy to squeeze in plenty of sightseeing in a 48 hour trip. For a birds-eye-view of the city, grab the lift up the Campanile \u2014 the city\u2019s tallest building which was rebuilt in 1902. Must do: It might be cliched, but take a gondola punt through one of the many canals; it\u2019s a beautiful way to see the city sights and one to tick off the bucket list.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":9621,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"template-right-sidebar.php","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[454,173,488,460],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1134","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-florence","category-italy","category-rome","category-venice-italy"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>5 Italian Cities for the Perfect Weekend Break - Blog by Bookings For You<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover our top five Italian Cities for the Perfect Weekend Break. 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