8 days in Italy Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Italy tour itinerary builder
Start: Paris
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Florence
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Rome
— 2 nights
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Positano
— 2 nights
Fly
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Venice
— 2 nights
Fly
End: Paris
Mon, Jul 17 - Mon, Jul 24
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Florence — 1 night
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Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.Start off your visit on the 17th (Mon): snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, enjoy breathtaking views from Campanile di Giotto, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza della Signoria, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: steep yourself in history at Basilica of Santa Croce, explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, hunt for treasures at Mercato Centrale, then explore the world behind art at Pitti Palace, and finally make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo.
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Paris, France to Florence is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. While traveling from Paris, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Florence, ranging from highs of 35°C to lows of 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to take a train to Rome.
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Rome — 2 nights
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Eternal City
Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): explore the world behind art at Vatican Museums, then contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, and then admire the masterpieces at Galleria Borghese. On your second day here, don't miss a visit to Trevi Fountain, explore the ancient world of Pantheon, then make a trip to Piazza Navona, then explore the ancient world of Colosseum, and finally delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill.
To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Rome day trip planning app.
Traveling by train from Florence to Rome takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. July in Rome sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 24°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Positano.
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Positano — 2 nights
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Often referred to as the gem of the Amalfi Coast, Positano remains one of southern Italy's most sought-after vacation locales, thanks to its hillside location and picturesque, pastel buildings.On the 21st (Fri), kick back and relax at Arienzo Beach Club, Positano, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, then shop like a local with Miniaci Art Gallery, then enjoy the sand and surf at Fornillo, and finally get a taste of the local shopping with Art & Craft Gallery. On the 22nd (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in nature's colorful creations at Villa Cimbrone Gardens, admire the landmark architecture of Villa Rufolo, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Ravello, then pause for some photo ops at Fontana sant'Andrea, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Sant'Andrea, and finally brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Liquorificio Mansi Carlo.
To see reviews, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Positano travel planner.
Getting from Rome to Positano by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Positano are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Venice.
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Venice — 2 nights
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City of Romance
Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): explore the world behind art at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto, then contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, and finally get the lay of the land with Walking tours. On the 24th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the striking features of Doge's Palace, steep yourself in history at Ponte dei Sospiri, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, then admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, and finally take in panoramic vistas at St Mark's Campanile.
To find more things to do, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read Venice attractions planner.
Getting from Positano to Venice by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Positano in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Venice, with lows of 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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Italy travel guide
Italy is a land of high fashion, fine art, exquisite architecture, luxury sports cars, outstanding cuisine--and an insatiable taste for "la dolce vita." It's also home to the greatest number of World Heritage Sites in the world, making it an ideal place for your next holiday. The country boasts a varied landscape of mountain ranges, alpine lakes, and coastal towns, so it's no wonder travelers often refer to it as the bel paese (beautiful country). With so many places to visit, visitors often have a difficult time planning their itinerary. The smaller villages each feature a distinct character and a blend of architecture, art, and cuisine. In the country, you'll find countless archeological sites dating back to Roman times and beyond. The country's cities and seaside resorts are cosmopolitan powerhouses with museums, galleries, restaurants, shops, open-air markets, and pedestrian-friendly historic areas.
