{"id":973,"date":"2020-02-11T14:00:49","date_gmt":"2020-02-11T19:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/?p=973"},"modified":"2022-11-01T20:56:40","modified_gmt":"2022-11-02T00:56:40","slug":"the-most-romantic-places-in-italy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/the-most-romantic-places-in-italy\/","title":{"rendered":"E’ Cosi Romantico! The Most Romantic Places in Italy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Italy is a magical country simply brimming with romance and love. From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the crashing waves along the coast of the Cinque Terre, this European country is certainly made for lovers. The only challenge when planning a romantic trip through Italia<\/em> is narrowing down your destinations. Here are seven of the most romantic places in Italy to consider putting on your itinerary.<\/p>\n

Verona<\/h2>\n

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Of course, the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet<\/em> will have a place on this list. This medieval town in Northern Italy also features a statue of Juliet that’s reported to bring good luck to those who rub it. Visitors can even take a bike tour that passes by all of the places where this classic love story developed. In addition to the lore of Romeo and Juliet, Verona also features quintessential Italian cobbled streets that beckon to be explored.<\/p>\n

Tuscany<\/h2>\n

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Travelers luxuriate in the opportunity to escape Italy’s busy tourist areas and relax in the Tuscan countryside. Who can resist the rolling hills spilling over with wine vineyards and the tranquil vibe that contribute to this region’s lore? Take a food tour, soar high over the countryside in a hot air balloon, take a dip in a natural hot springs pool, and more. If you want a little more action, you can head to the historic towns of Volterra, San Gimignano, or Siena.<\/p>\n

Florence<\/h2>\n

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While in the Tuscan region of Italy, be sure to stop by its crown jewel of Florence. Spend your days taking in the vast works of famous art that reside in Florence’s many museums. This stunning city also boasts an abundance of amazing churches and cathedrals that you will want to explore hand in hand. Strolling over the Ponte Vecchio arch bridge sharing a cone of authentic gelato with your love at sunset is an experience that you’ll never forget.<\/p>\n

Venice<\/h2>\n

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No list of romantic Italian places is complete without a mention of Venice. It’s easy to fall in love when traversing the romantic canals on a gondola while being serenaded. Be sure to ask the gondolier to take you under the iconic Bridge of Sighs. Local legend claims that couples who pass under this bridge and kiss as the bells of St. Mark’s ring will enjoy lasting love. St. Mark’s Square is the place to be as the sun is setting and the plaza comes alive with street performers playing classic love songs. To make the most out of your experience, consider visiting during the off-season when you won’t encounter the hordes of tourists.<\/p>\n

Positano<\/h2>\n

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Located along the scenic Amalfi Coast, Positano is a dream destination. Colorful houses are stacked together in a line up the majestic hillside looking over into the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. Because Positano is a popular European honeymoon destination, the town boasts a number of luxury hotels that are perfect for your next romantic adventure.<\/p>\n

You may also enjoy reading: Top 10 International Destinations to Visit<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Lake Como<\/h2>\n

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If your idea of a romantic destination is a gorgeous lake surrounded by fancy villas and magical villages, you’ll want to make a visit to Lake Como. There are a variety of different villages that you can make your home base when exploring this lake region, but none more romantic than Bellagio. Sidewalk cafes, sprawling terraces, and beautiful architecture dot the landscape of this lovely village. One visit to Lake Como and you will understand why so many celebrities have fallen in love with this vacation destination.<\/p>\n

Cinque Terre<\/h2>\n

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Located along the rugged coastal region of Liguria in Northern Italy, the Cinque Terre oozes beauty and charm. Translating to “five lands,” this area features five connected villages that are perched high up on the towering cliffs that overlook the Mediterranean Sea. Each village has its own personality and you can hike between all of them to experience every part. The Cinque Terre also bills itself as the birthplace of pesto, which is featured in mouth-watering meals around every corner of this picturesque landscape.<\/p>\n

Know of any other spots that would qualify for the most romantic places in Italy? Share them with us in the comments!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Italy is a magical country simply brimming with romance and love. From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the crashing waves along the coast of the Cinque Terre, this European country is certainly made for lovers. The only challenge when planning a romantic trip through Italia is narrowing down your destinations. Here are seven of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":987,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[87,82],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-973","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-europe-travel","8":"category-romantic-travel"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/973","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/14"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=973"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/973\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2065,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/973\/revisions\/2065"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/987"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=973"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=973"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.ca\/getting-there\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=973"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}