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Villa Corsini in Castello
Villa Corsini
Villa Corsini in Castello is a historic villa in Florence’s Castello area.
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- Museum
- Florence
Country guide
Places to visit in Italy — page 9
Italy holds 62 World Heritage Sites, more than any other country, spread across 301,340 km2 of land that runs from the Alps down into the middle of the Mediterr...
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Italy holds 62 World Heritage Sites, more than any other country, spread across 301,340 km2 of land that runs from the Alps down into the middle of the Mediterranean. The distances between its cities are short and the differences between them are not: Venice has no roads, Naples sits under a volcano on a bay, Florence fits inside a walkable Renaissance grid, and Milan keeps its art indoors and works for a living. Rome is the capital and the obvious first trip; the argument is always about what comes second. Nearly 800 islands hang off the coast, and Sicily and Sardinia are each large enough to be a trip of their own.
Checked 2026-08-25
Cities
Every city catalogued in this country so far, ranked by how much there is to see.
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Rome
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Rome 11,533 places -
Milan
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Milan 3,152 places -
Florence
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Florence 3,079 places -
Venice
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Venice 2,453 places
Practical information
- Language spoken
- Italian
- National practical orientation; regional and minority languages may also be used
- Dialling code
- +39
- International calling code; local area and mobile prefixes still apply
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Use the official local currency; card acceptance varies by place
- Emergency number
- 112
- Use only for an emergency; tourist assistance may use a separate number
- Plug type
- Type C, F and L · 230 V
- Check that chargers support the recorded voltage before using an adapter
- Tap water
- Not recorded
- No verified nationwide visitor statement was recorded
Top things to see
Ranked by importance — sitelinks, pageviews and heritage status, not editor preference.
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202 45 minCastle of Macconago
Castello di Macconago
Castle of Macconago, also known locally as Castello di Macconago, is a historic castle in the Milan area. Its fortified character connects the site with Lombardy’s tradition of defensive buildings and noble residences.
- High
- Historic site
- Milan
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203 45 minClerici Palace
Palazzo Clerici
Clerici Palace is a Milanese aristocratic residence associated with the Clerici family, set within the city’s historic centre.
- High
- Historic site
- Milan
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204 45 minForte di Sant'Andrea
Forte di Sant'Andrea is a historic military fortification located on the island of Sant'Andrea in the Venetian Lagoon. Built in the 16th century, it formed part of Venice's defensive system protecting the city from maritime threats approaching from the northeast.
- High
- Historic site
- Venice
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205 45 minRasini Tower
Palazzo e Torre Rasini
Palazzo e Torre Rasini stands as a notable architectural presence in Milan. This tower and palace complex represents an element of the city's built heritage, contributing to the urban fabric of Italy's second-largest city.
- High
- Historic site
- Milan
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206 45 minSan Nicolao Church
Chiesa di San Nicolao
San Nicolao Church, or Chiesa di San Nicolao, is a historic religious building in Milan. It belongs to the city’s broad ecclesiastical heritage and offers a quieter alternative to the major cathedral and basilica circuit.
- High
- Historic site
- Milan
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Galleria d'Arte Sacra dei Contemporanei 207 1 hr 30 minGalleria d'Arte Sacra dei Contemporanei
Galleria d'Arte Sacra dei Contemporanei is a Milanese gallery devoted to contemporary sacred art. It brings religious themes into conversation with modern artistic practice, offering a focused alternative to the city’s better-known Renaissance, Baroque and modern-art collections.
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- Museum
- Milan
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208 1 hr 30 minMuseo di Sant'Eustorgio
Museo della basilica di Sant'Eustorgio
Museo di Sant'Eustorgio is housed within the Basilica di Sant'Eustorgio, one of Milan's important historic religious complexes.
- High
- Museum
- Milan
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209 1 hr 30 minMuseo Mangini Bonomi
Museo Mangini Bonomi is a museum in Milan and a suitable stop for travelers exploring the city’s heritage beyond its best-known landmarks. The museum belongs to Milan’s cultural landscape and offers a more focused setting than the city’s largest institutions.
- High
- Museum
- Milan
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210 30 minSan Zaccaria
Chiesa di San Zaccaria
San Zaccaria, also called Chiesa di San Zaccaria, is a historic church near Venice’s waterfront, east of Piazza San Marco. It stands in the Castello sestiere and reflects a transition between Gothic and Renaissance architecture.
- High
- Place of worship
- Venice
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211 1 hr 30 minCasa di Goldoni
Casa di Carlo Goldoni
Casa di Carlo Goldoni is a museum dedicated to the life and work of Carlo Goldoni, the celebrated 18th-century Venetian playwright.
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- Museum
- Venice
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212 30 minSan Bernardino alle Ossa
Chiesa di San Bernardino alle Ossa
San Bernardino alle Ossa is a historic church in central Milan, Italy. Its local name is Chiesa di San Bernardino alle Ossa.
- High
- Place of worship
- Milan
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213 45 minPalazzo Loredan dell'Ambasciatore
Palazzo Loredan dell'Ambasciatore is a historic Venetian palace located in the Dorsoduro district, overlooking the Grand Canal. It belongs to the Loredan family, one of Venice's most ancient and distinguished patrician houses.
- High
- Historic site
- Venice
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214 1 hr 30 minMuseum of Musical Instruments
Museo degli Strumenti Musicali
The Museum of Musical Instruments, or Museo degli Strumenti Musicali, is a Milan cultural stop devoted to musical heritage and instrument design. The collection helps visitors follow how musical tools developed across historical periods and how craftsmanship shaped sound.
- High
- Museum
- Milan
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215 30 minSanta Maria dei Miracoli, Venice
Chiesa di Santa Maria dei Miracoli
Santa Maria dei Miracoli is a Renaissance church in Venice, locally known as Chiesa di Santa Maria dei Miracoli. It was built between 1481 and 1489 to house a miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary.
- High
- Place of worship
- Venice
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216 1 hr 30 minADI Design Museum
The ADI Design Museum is a museum in Milan dedicated to Italian design excellence. It is operated by ADI, the Italian Association for Industrial Design, and showcases winners of the prestigious Compasso d'Oro award.
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- Museum
- Milan
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217 1 hourPunta della Dogana
Punta della Dogana is the triangular tip between Venice’s Grand Canal and Giudecca Canal.
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- Art and culture venue
- Venice
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218 1 hourParco degli Acquedotti
Parco degli Acquedotti is a public park in Rome's southeastern periphery, named for the ancient Roman aqueducts that traverse its terrain.
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- Nature site
- Rome
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219 1 hr 30 minScuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni
The Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni is a historic confraternity building in Venice, Italy. Founded in the 15th century, it served as the headquarters for the Dalmatian Schiavoni community resident in Venice.
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- Museum
- Venice
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220 1 hr 30 minAnnigoni Museum
Museo Annigoni
The Annigoni Museum, or Museo Annigoni, is devoted to Pietro Annigoni, the Florence-based Italian painter known especially for highly detailed portraits. The museum presents his commitment to figurative art during a period when modernist approaches were gaining influence.
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- Museum
- Florence
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221 1 hr 30 minMuseo Archeologico Nazionale di Altino
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Altino is an archaeological museum located in the Veneto region near Venice. The institution preserves and exhibits artifacts from the ancient Roman settlement of Altinum, a significant city that predates Venice itself.
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- Museum
- Venice
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222 1 hr 30 minMuseo del Calcio
Museo del Calcio is a museum in Florence dedicated to the history of Italian football. The institution preserves and displays artifacts, documents, and memorabilia chronicling the development of calcio in Italy.
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- Museum
- Florence
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223 1 hr 30 minMuseum of Oriental Art
Museo d'Arte Orientale
The Museum of Oriental Art, locally known as Museo d'Arte Orientale, is a museum in Venice dedicated to Asian artistic traditions.
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- Museum
- Venice
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224 1 hr 30 minPalazzo Citterio
Palazzo Citterio - Grande Brera
Palazzo Citterio is a historic palace in Milan's Brera district, also associated with the name Palazzo Citterio - Grande Brera. Its importance lies in its place within one of the city's strongest concentrations of art, architecture, and cultural institutions.
- High
- Museum
- Milan
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225 30 minBasilica of Saint Sabina
Basilica di Santa Sabina all'Aventino
Basilica of Saint Sabina stands on Rome’s Aventine Hill and was built between 422 and 432 CE. It is one of the city’s best-preserved early Christian basilicas, retaining much of its fifth-century structure.
- High
- Place of worship
- Rome
Common questions
How long should a first trip to Italy be?
Ten to fourteen days can combine Milan, Venice, Florence, and Rome by high-speed train. Give Venice more than a transfer night and Rome several separate sightseeing days; rural Tuscany needs different transport planning from the rail-linked cities.
What entry documents are needed for Italy?
Italy is in the Schengen Area, but visa and passport requirements vary by nationality and route. Use Italy's official visa portal to confirm the applicable rule before travel rather than relying on another Schengen trip.
What is the best way to travel around Italy?
High-speed trains connect Milan, Venice, Florence, and Rome, with regional rail and coaches serving smaller places. Drivers must check ZTL restrictions before entering historic centres because access controls are local and can generate fines.
When is a practical time to visit Italy?
April to June and September to October broadly suit the north-to-Rome rail route. Lagoon conditions in Venice, summer heat in Rome, and seasonal rural services in Tuscany should be checked independently.
What money and payment basics apply in Italy?
Italy uses the euro (EUR). Carry a modest cash reserve for small purchases while using cards where accepted, and verify the euro amount at the terminal instead of accepting an unexamined conversion.
What practical safety details should I save for Italy?
Italy routes emergency calls through 112. Travellers encounter a 230 V supply and Type C, F, or L receptacles. No tap-water assessment is recorded for Italy; obtain current local advice at the destination.