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The Floating City is as romantic as it gets, with its gondolas, serenaders, dazzling palazzos and churches, and almost timeless feel.

Experience the grandeur of this 18th-century treasure where ballet and theater productions have been hosted within its sumptuous Sala Grande since Napoleonic times.

Housed inside a monastic complex on the outskirts of Brescia, this automobile-themed museum chronicles the story of the historic Mille Miglia road race. 

Prada, Gucci and Louis Vuitton are just some of the big names of fashion that you’ll find in one of the world’s oldest shopping centers.

Marvel at rich Baroque decoration, precious artworks by the likes of Moretto and Grazio Cossali, and a pretty cloister in this 16th-century religious complex.

Classic architecture, a rich history, traditional pizza and underground caves make this Italian city a fascinating destination.

Take a truly unique coffee break in this ornate café. Over the centuries it has played a role in attempted revolutions and hosted writers such as George Sand.

Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views from the top of this landmark bell tower, where Galileo once made his name.

Visit some of Sicily’s most intriguing historical sites, admire religious mosaics and enjoy lazy days on the beach at this coastal town in the north of the island. 

Get a glimpse of the ancient city of Roman Brixia, which still exists in fragments such as this towering arcade of crumbling columns from the 1st century.

Two starkly different themes have earned this beautiful old square its fame: superb Venetian architecture and a horrific terrorist attack in the 1970s.

Take a stroll across Venice’s oldest and most iconic bridge for romantic views, souvenir shopping and street entertainment.

Gilded mosaics, a jewel-encrusted screen and magnificent Byzantine architecture make this cathedral one of the most stunning attractions in Venice.

Colorful houses line narrow canals at this charming island renowned for its delicate lacework.

Find this grand 16th-century gate, once one of the main entrances to the city, in the heart of Padova’s bustling university district. 

Experience the grandeur of this 18th-century treasure where ballet and theater productions have been hosted within its sumptuous Sala Grande since Napoleonic times.

Experience the grandeur of this 18th-century treasure where ballet and theater productions have been hosted within its sumptuous Sala Grande since Napoleonic times.

Embrace Padova’s rich cultural past at one of Europe’s largest city squares, a historic spot filled with nearly 80 beautiful statues. 

Arching high over the water, linking a palace with a prison, is a spectacular bridge steeped in local legends.  

Colorful houses line narrow canals at this charming island renowned for its delicate lacework.