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Milan, Italy
Start your journey in Italy's fashion capital. Don't miss the stunning Duomo di Milano and the neighbourhood of Brera for aperitivo. Try a classic risotto alla Milanese at a local trattoria.
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Venice, Italy
Park your car at Piazzale Roma and explore Venice on foot and by vaporetto. Wander through the sestiere of Dorsoduro for a more local feel away from the crowds. Cicchetti (Venetian tapas) at a bacaro are a must-try.
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Florence, Italy
The cradle of the Renaissance, home to the Uffizi Gallery and Michelangelo's David. Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio and up to Piazzale Michelangelo for a breathtaking panorama. Indulge in a bistecca alla Fiorentina and gelato from a certified artisan gelateria.
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Siena, Italy
A beautifully preserved medieval city built on three hills in the heart of Tuscany. The fan-shaped Piazza del Campo is one of Italy's greatest public spaces. Taste the local pici pasta and cantucci biscuits with Vin Santo.
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Rome, Italy
The Eternal City deserves at least four days to soak in the Colosseum, Vatican, and Trastevere neighbourhood. Toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain and explore the atmospheric Jewish Ghetto. Rome's street food scene is legendary — try supplì, cacio e pepe, and maritozzi.
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Naples, Italy
Chaotic, vibrant, and utterly captivating — Naples is the birthplace of pizza. Explore the underground Napoli Sotterranea and the historic Spaccanapoli district. Use it as a base for day trips to Pompeii, Herculaneum, or the Amalfi Coast.
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Matera, Italy
One of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, famous for its ancient cave dwellings called Sassi. Walking through the Sasso Caveoso at dusk feels like stepping back thousands of years. Many caves have been converted into unique boutique hotels and restaurants.
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Palermo, Italy
Sicily's capital is a melting pot of Arab-Norman architecture, bustling street markets, and incredible food. Don't miss the Ballarò market for local street food like arancini and panelle. The nearby Valley of the Temples in Agrigento makes for a spectacular day trip.