Italy City Breaks

It’s hard to know where to start when planning a cheap city break in Italy, as there are so many fantastic Italian city break destinations to choose from. The Italian capital Rome is one the most visited cities in Europe and a popular option for a cultural city break in Italy. The city’s ancient history is written all over its architecture is spectacular style with iconic Roman buildings such as the Pantheon and the Colosseum drawing visitors from across the globe. Alongside its unique history, Rome is also home to a wealth of cultural venues and places of interest such as the National Museum of Rome and the Borghese Gallery as well as the Vatican Museums in Vatican City. In addition, the vibrant contemporary culture and lively music scene make for an exciting and dynamic city break in Italy.

 

Northern Italy is home to several of the country’s most popular relaxing break destinations and is the perfect choice for short trips and weekend city breaks. Milan is well-known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere and designer fashion industry, making it ideal for a shopping city break in Italy. Alternatively, Venice is a great choice for those in search of a historical city break brimming with art and culture in the picturesque setting of the Venetian canals. A city break in Florence, situated in the heart of Tuscany, is perfect for a culinary city break where you can sample some of the finest of the region’s food and wine. Plus, a short trip from Florence gives you the chance to take in the famous leaning Tower of Pisa.

 

Southern Italy offers a more relaxed pace of life and provides a great setting for a city break where you can benefit from the best of the Italian climate. Naples, Salerno and Taranto all offer a laid-back setting for a coastal city break with access to some of the nearby stretches of stunning beach and shoreline. Or why not head further south to the idyllic Amalfi Coast where you may start to feel more like you’re on an island getaway than a city break. Cheap flights to city break destinations all over Italy from airports across the UK make a city break in Italy all the more accessible and convenient giving you the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a short trip or weekend city break.