Rome If you’re wondering where to go in Italy, then Rome is a fabulous place to start! It’s like an open-air museum with bucket list attractions such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and the Roman Forum. Rome is the only city in the world that hosts an independent state within its borders - the Vatican City, the smallest country in the world. Absorb the ethereal atmosphere in the Passetto di Borgo, the secret escape route used by Popes between the Vatican and Castel Sant’Angelo, recently reopened after a lengthy restoration and get the best views from the Gianicolo Terrace.

Visit Florence, another of the beautiful cities in Italy, so stunning that a famous writer named the powerful emotional reaction he had upon seeing it for the first time in 1817, the Stendhal Syndrome. Resplendent with recognisable art and sculpture, you can admire masterpieces by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci at the Uffizi Gallery. Cross Ponte Vecchio with its exclusive jewellery shops, and take in Brunelleschi’s Dome, the largest in the world, and the Vasari Corridor. For unique views over the city near the Piazzale Michelangelo, visit the wisteria tunnel at Bardini Garden, in full bloom in April.

Venice is one of the most popular Italian cities to visit for lovers on the hunt for romance. A gondola ride along the Grand Canal is full of magic, and the main attractions of the The Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark’s Basilica are obviously not to be missed. But a special charm lies in the lesser-known districts, try wandering through the Cannaregio district and snap a photo at the iconic Acqua Alta bookshop or take a day trip to Torcello Island for a journey back in time. You must try the on-trend Venetian cocktail "Spritz" - believed to have originated from the German verb “Spritzen” (to spray), dating back to Austrian rule when soldiers diluted local wine with sparkling water.

Naples is another top Italian destination, known as the birthplace of the classic Margherita pizza. No one does pizza like the Neapolitans, especially with a "pizza a portafoglio" (folded pizza). Key sights include the Sansevero Chapel with the Veiled Christ, Spaccanapoli, and the Mergellina waterfront. Don't miss nearby Pompeii, preserved by volcanic ash after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD. For something different, explore the Naples Metro Line 1, known as the "Art Stations," featuring around 200 artworks. The Toledo station, with its stunning blue tones, is a must-see.