10 Best Italian Shore Excursions

1. Savor Authentic Roman Cuisine In The Heart Of Rome

What: Take a walking tour of Rome’s most renowned markets and eateries while learning about the city’s time-honored culinary traditions.

Cool factor: Some of the incredible foods you’ll sample may include fried codfish from a popular Jewish Ghetto delicatessen, pizza Bianca from the famous Campo de’Fiori market, and fried risotto balls in the Trastevere neighborhood.

Find it in: Rome, Italy

2. Hike To Marmore Falls And Stroll The Streets Of Medieval Narni

What: Navigate down the soft rapids of the Nera River on a raft, then enjoy free time to explore the hilltop medieval village of Narni, known for its narrow stone streets and panoramic views.

Cool factor: Along the way, you’ll see the stunning Marmore Falls—a dramatic, man-made cascade created by ancient Romans and still one of the tallest waterfalls in Italy.

Find it in: Rome, Italy

3. Tour The Pope’s Summer Residence In Castel Gandolfo

What: Tour the Pope’s private summer residence, the Pontifical Villas in Castel Gandolfo, admiring the 15^th-century farmhouse, gardens, fountains and Roman ruins. Then head to Vatican City to see the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica.

Cool factor: You’ll be among the first to see the residence: Pope Francis decided in 2014 to open the Pontifical Villas to the public for the first time in their history.

Find it in: Rome, Italy

4. Explore Italian Cities Aboard A Classic Ape Calessino

What: Hop into an Ape Calessino, an iconic Italian three-wheeled vehicle that’s kind of like a covered Vespa. Ride around Rome, checking out the Colosseum, the Forum, the original city walls and more.

Cool factor: The Ape was originally used to help rebuild the city of Rome after World War II.

Find it in: Rome, Italy

5. Cycle Through Naples

What: Take an epic pedaling journey to see the art, history and culture of Naples, including a 12^th-century castle, the city’s most famous square, the San Carlo Opera House and more.

Cool factor: You’ll ride through the small fishing village of Borgo Marinari, where sirens seduced Ulysses.

Find it in: Naples, Italy

6. Experience Capri, Sorrento And Pompeii

What: Visit the most iconic destinations near Naples in one day: The seaside town of Sorrento, the idyllic isle of Capri and the archeological ruins of Pompeii, the ancient Roman city that was destroyed when Mount Vesuvius erupted in the year 79 AD.

Cool factor: See the incredibly well-preserved ruins of Pompeii (thanks to their sudden burial in more than a dozen feet of ash) firsthand.

Find it in: Naples, Italy

7. Tuscan Farmhouse Experience: Culinary Delights In Florence And Pisa

What: Tour the family-run Martelli pasta factory, where they’ve been making four shapes of pasta since 1920. You’ll learn to make authentic Italian pasta in the kitchen of a countryside wine estate.

Cool factor: Chow down on a three-course meal, paired with a tasting of five local Tuscan wines.

Find it in: Livorno (Florence), Italy

8. Explore the beautiful Cinque Terre

What: Take a guided tour through two of the amazing towns along Italy’s Ligurian coast—you’ll see the historic sights of Portovenere and taste a few of the local delicacies (including bruschetta, salami, wine and pesto) in Monterosso al Mare, which is one of the five villages of Cinque Terre.

Cool factor: Picturesque views and photo ops of the coastline from a motorboat that will take you from Portovenere to Monterosso al Mare.

Find it in: Livorno (Florence), Italy

9. See The Birthplace Of The Renaissance

What: Visit the highlights of the Renaissance city of Florence, including the Accademia Museum (home of Michelangelo’s “David”), the Piazza del Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio.

Cool factor: You can’t visit Florence without sitting down to a proper Florentine meal—and it’s included with your tour. Florence is the birthplace of gelato, so make sure you top things off with a sweet, cold treat.

Find it in: Livorno (Florence), Italy

10. Visit The Tuscan Countryside

What: Explore two of Tuscany’s lovely hilltop Medieval villages—San Gimignano and Volterra—and visit a rustic country farmhouse to sample Tuscan cuisine and wines.

Cool factor: San Gimignano is known for its striking towers, and Volterra for its sparkling piazzas and 1^st-century Roman theater.

Find it in: Livorno (Florence), Italy

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