Top Experiences in Italy

Italy is no place. No sir, it is a pure work of art. Italy is the subtle shiver you get down your spine as it gently jolts you awake. It is the candied raspberry on the top of the perfect Pana cotta. It is a walk down a cobbled street, lined with homes that could easily be a monument. No country does exquisite beauty like Italy does. It is a lifetime dream for souls across the world to look into the face of some of Michelangelo’s best work. Many people live in the hopes of finally being around the air of perfection that only Italy has. 

The unlimited package of experiences in Italy is enough to last you an entire lifetime. Delicately wrapped ravioli dipped in garlic, thyme butter along with a glass of dry, red wine, is enough to keep you reeled in here for the longest time. Italy does not overpower you. It does not throw experiences at you. It subtly becomes a part of you. 

We, at MLMT, have curated thousands of these experiences and have come up with a list of the most fabulous ones. 

 

1. Carnival 

Mysteries hidden behind pompous masks. Bursts of celebration go up in the air. This two-week festival is when the whole of Venice lets their hair down and indulges in one of the biggest parties ever hosted. The streets fill with hordes of masked figures and music blows out at its loudest. The carnival lights the entire usually classy and poised city up with joyous spirit and energy.

This fest of colors began many, many years in the past, in 1162. Whatever goes wrong, the carnival must never stop. Even though some of their hardest times in the suppression in the 18th and the 19thcentury, it still went strong. Put on your elaborate costumes and hide your faces under a mask and come to join the ethereal party. 

 

2. Vatican Museums 

The class comes back to Italy as you step foot in the Vatican museum. One of the most head held a high spot in the entire country. You will get transported right to way before your times when you enter. These museums have masterpieces of all kinds from all of Italy. Your mouth will be open in awe as you witness the majesty of each of the pieces. 

The museum is more than 500 years old and is a true memoir of all things throughout the ages. The sculptures and ceiling murals will wow you. A proper guide will feed your curiosity and tell you the secret ins and outs of the place. You might also get to visit the St. Peter’s Basilica. 

 

3. Pizza

Italy gave the world the wonder called pizza. It has become some sort of a staple diet now. Sure, the Americans gave it a twist, but the beauty was first made here. The pizza was first created in the quiet recluse of Naples. The valley itself speaks of tumbling, winding streets and flowers in the walls. The pizza was designed to honor Margaret of Savoy, the Queen consort of Italy. This gave birth to the Margherita. 

There is a lot of talk about the origin of the pizza and what actually makes up the Neapolitan pizza. But the original still remains a pie made of dough, slathered generously with spiced tomato sauce, sprinkled with mozzarella, and garnished with a basil leaf. It is baked in a specially built wooden oven. It is not possible to stay from salivating as you walk down these roads with a distinct smell of freshly baked pizza. It is a memory to top all others. 

 

4. Shopping 

Anybody who is anybody wants to have the stamp of having shopped in Italy. If you’re visiting the country, go with a mindset of paying extra luggage charges. You will not make it back sane. The number of cities and the number of options will drive anyone crazy. While it does get hard to focus on an area, every place has its own quirk and charm. You are bound to add something from each location to your fashion cart. From the best quality leather to a limoncello with a great punch, there is something for everyone. Get ready to get lost in the boat–shaped heaven that glam Italy is. 

 

5. Pompeii 

Italy is all the colors of the spectrum. Pompei is the perfect example of Italy unleashing its darkness. This is where classy meets millions of souls burnt alive. Sounds morbid? Well, it was. This Roman city was wiped out by a wave of lava as the Mount Vesuvius burst in 79 A.D The place is still standing there, precisely as it was that horrid day. A blanket of ash took over the city and preserved it to the last detail. 

You are bound to see some horrible but fascinating things when you step foot on the ash. People mid–scream. That sort of thing. Italy can be classy. It can be a party. But it can scare you like its nobody’s business. Going to Pompeii is a crazy ride. It is an experience that should not be missed. 

 

6. Gondola Rides

There are very few things in the world as good as witnessing Venice and its wonders. It awakens each of your senses in the best way possible. Sit down in your gondola and get lost in the air of perfection as your eyes fall onto the canals and churches. There are many, many small spots that you can hide in. Sit in this gondola and see the entire city in a go. Stroll the cobbled streets. Have an authentic riverside dinner of steaming Risi e Bisi and risotto con scampi. 

And what’s more? You can now even pole a gondola. Learn how to do so from the pros who have been passing down the recipe from the 12th century. Navigate the tranquil canals through the tours and classes thrown open to all crowds. 

 

7. Cinque Terre trails 

The plate of Italy is held together by the warmth and the richness of the sauce, but everyone needs a bit of crunch. And Italy has more than its share. These trails are amongst some of the best in all of Europe. The Italian Rivera is at play here. These trails follow famous fishing villages on the coast. Imagine this. Hiking across the Italian Rivera. Eyes trained on the most beautiful coastline. 

It is not known just for its beauty though. These fishing communities reel in authenticity with the same fervor as they do with fish. Explicable architecture, adorned in the perfect shades. These trails make you take a deep breath in satisfaction. 

 

8. Roam in Rome 

Any list talking of the top experiences in Italy is incomplete without this absolute wonder. Rome. The Eternal City. It is the most traveled city in Europe and that too for a reason. History is a layered cake here. It just never truly unravels. This city makes you go wow from the get–go. With brilliant architecture to dwell on with the Spanish steps and Coliseum. Go around tracing Caesar’s steps all around the city. 

There is something for everyone. History buffs have a field day here. Movie heads can dress up as a full-fledged gladiator and learn to work the sword from the era of the worst of the fighters. The foodies have something else in store altogether. Indulge in the perfect spread that this city has in store for you. 

 

9. Explore the Amalfi Coast 

Magically suspended with a perfect blend of the warmer colors, Amalfi Coast looks like an artist sat down with his paints to create it. The route follows the natural roaring course off the coast and treats you with a rollercoaster of a ride. Complete with curves jutting out and sudden dip in the hairpin. A picturesque landscape and a breath-taking beauty; a perfect getaway for the weekends as the sweet scent of lemon harmonizes with you and refreshes you completely!

The Amalfi Drive, the only land route to the Amalfi Coast regularly ranks among the most scenic drives not just in Italy but throughout the world. In 1997, the Amalfi Coast was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites for its cultural and beautiful landscape.

 

10. Gelato 

Things in Italy always end in a sweet note. After the entire array of experiences here is the dessert that we have all been waiting. Everyone loves ice cream. But that comes nowhere in comparison when you see a gelato stall on the canals of Venice and Rome. Make sure to eat at least two scopes a day, if not more. This treat is made of milk instead of cream and relatively less fattening. And the taste is just on another plane. It really is one of the most exquisite experiences for your taste buds. Make sure you get enough of it to last a lifetime. 

 

Italy is everything you want. And it is more. It gives you the air of love and passion. It calms you down with the sophistication and class with the architectural paradise. It takes you on a thrill ride. It also gives you that bit of crunch that your life was looking for. 

You couldn’t find a trip better than this. Italy is pure love.