Top Activities on the Ground in Italy - page 3

Discover Pisa and its picturesque environs by bike during this private self-guided cycling tour. Follow an easy-to-use, GPS-based smartphone app as you ride on bike lanes from the city out to the Tyrrhenean sea. Explore the area at your own pace, stopping wherever and whenever you want, with bicycle rentals included.

Pair an e-bike tour with a wine tasting to put a fun twist on your Lucca sightseeing plans. This half-day tour takes place in a small group of just 10 people with a local guide, meaning you'll pedal around the walls and cycle paths of Lucca with less rush. Let your bike's electric motor do the hard work on any hills beyond the city, and finish on a high note with a wine tasting at a local wine estate.

Explore the famous sites and hidden charms of Venice on this walking tour, followed by a ride through the city’s canals on an iconic gondola. Follow your local guide through a romantic maze of surrounding backstreets to discover some of Venice’s lesser-known gems. Learn the fascinating history of Venice as you wander through narrow alleys and over stone footbridges, and then hop aboard a Venetian gondola for a leisurely ride along the Grand Canal.

Exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on your own can feel overwhelming, especially on a short stay in Rome. This guided experience brings these three landmark sites together in one structured visit, with commentary from a guide to help you understand what you’re seeing as you go. Instead of navigating vast ruins without context, follow a clear route and learn about gladiator games, imperial politics, and how daily Roman life shaped the ancient city.

Venture beyond Florence’s historic center on this 2-hour electric bike tour of its surrounding countryside. Follow your guide along bike-friendly routes into the heart of the Tuscan hills, where vineyards, olive groves, and towering cypress trees create a picture-perfect landscape. Experience the region’s sights, sounds, and scents and finish your tour with some of Florence’s finest gelato or upgrade to enjoy lunch in a traditional trattoria.

Tick off Rome’s major monuments in one go in this private golf cart tour. Choose from three route options and zip between the Trevi Fountain, Colosseum, Spanish Steps, and much more, or go off the beaten track with the flexibility to change your route. Hop off to see the landmarks up close, and get insight into their history and legacy from your guide.

Save precious vacation time when you book this tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome with either an audio guide or a tour guide, so you don't miss out on valuable information. Even better, it includes access to the reconstructed Arena Floor, usually off-limits to the public. After visiting the ancient gladiatorial arena, proceed to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, to recount the story of Rome’s founding.

Many parts of Rome’s historic city center are closed to vehicles, but on this private golf cart tour, you’ll enjoy unobstructed views of the Eternal City’s top attractions. Cover top sights in just a few hours of sightseeing, from the Trevi Fountain and Pantheon to scenic Trastevere, and avoid walking long distances.

Enjoy a budget-friendly adventure through Rome’s historic heart—and see areas many visitors miss—on this low-cost tour. Stroll through the Jewish Ghetto, Campo de’ Fiori, and Trastevere neighborhoods, guided by a local who shares hidden stories and insights. With a relaxed pace, this walking tour is a perfect choice for families. Simply tip your guide at the end based on your experience—it’s sightseeing made easy and fun.

See the highlights of Florence without worrying about getting lost on this comprehensive walking tour. Stroll around the historic monuments of Piazza della Republica and Piazza della Signoria, cross the landmark Ponte Vecchio bridge, then admire the opulent Pitti Palace and the legendary Duomo. After browsing the designer boutiques of Via Tornabuoni and the artist’s workshops of lively Oltrarno before heading to the Accademia to view Michelangelo's world-famous David sculpture.

One of the best ways to see the Tuscan countryside is up close by bike. This half-day small-group bike tour conveniently departs from Florence and takes care of the itinerary and equipment rentals for you. Focus on sightseeing while your guide handles the navigation. Enjoy a tasting of local foods such as olive oil, fresh bread, and Tuscan cold cuts paired with a glass of Chianti wine.

Take a break from the urban pace of Naples with this e-bike tour through the scenic Phlegrean Fields just outside the city. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and transportation to nearby Pozzuoli to set off by e-bike with your guide along the coastline to the volcanic Lake Averno. Learn about the history of a ancient sites along the ride and relax over a winery lunch featuring local organic wines and dishes.

Tuscany is renowned for its food, wine, and scenery, but exploring the region in a limited time isn’t easy. Enjoy a stress-free sampler of locations in the captivating Val d’Orcia region on this full-day tour from Rome. With a guide at your side, visit the wine town of Montepulciano, have lunch surrounded by vineyards, and explore the historic center of Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Whether you’re new to Rome or getting reacquainted as a return visitor, it can be hard to get oriented within the maze of streets and piazzas that make up the historical center ("centro storico"). On this walking tour, cover highlights such as Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain with a private guide filling you in on their history—capped off by a complimentary scoop or cone of gelato.

Delve into Venetian history on this tour that showcases two of the city's most iconic structures and sheds light on the stories behind them both. Your first stop is legendary St. Mark's Basilica. Wander around the mosaic-covered interior and Byzantine treasures while a local guide fills you in on how this collection came to be. Then continue to the Doge’s Palace to explore the former political heart of Venice.

The UNESCO-listed Dolomites, located just north of Venice, offer some of the most spellbinding alpine scenery in Italy. With this full-day driving tour, set off from Venice to admire their soaring peaks, crystalline lakes, and postcard-perfect towns — most of which are inaccessible by public transportation. Enjoy free time in Cortina d’Ampezzo, stroll along the banks of Lake Misurina, and snap photos from the Tre Cime di Lavaredo.

Explore the ancient Appian Way without worrying about traffic or public transport on this small-group tour from central Rome. Ride in an air-conditioned vehicle from the Circus Maximus to the catacombs, where you can explore the underground labyrinths with your guide. Then, hop on your electric-assist bike and pedal past ancient tombs, aqueducts, and the Italian countryside.

Tens of thousands of people visit the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica every day to see Renaissance masterpieces by the likes of Michelangelo and Raphael, as well as the Sistine Chapel. Secure skip-the-line access to this popular UNESCO World Heritage–listed complex and learn more by touring with a guide. Personal audio headsets also ensure you can hear your guide clearly as you tour.

Rome’s ancient ruins can be overwhelming and hard to interpret on your own. This guided tour brings them to life, giving historical context and fascinating stories behind each site. In just a few hours, explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with insights that make history vivid and easy to understand.

Go beyond your standard walking tour on this fun, sustainable adventure through Rome. Led by your personal guide, you'll hop on an e-bike to see both the Eternal City's most-famous attractions and a few hidden gems along the way. You’ll zip from piazzas and squares to ancient ruins and beyond, discovering far more than you would on foot — and still traveling green.

The dome atop Florence's Duomo offers unique views of the city, but tickets sell out long in advance. Secure your spot with pre-booked entry on this guided tour. Head straight into the church with skip-the-line access, bypassing the long wait. After touring the cathedral, make your way up the staircase and along corridors that have been closed to the public for centuries. Then continue to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome, if you wish.

Skip the lines to enter Pompeii on a small-group tour that takes you through the ancient city that was decimated by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Follow your archaeologist guide through the UNESCO World Heritage Site to see the amazing ruins of ancient shops, temples, homes, and more. Wrap up with a walk along the city walls for sweeping views of Naples and Capri.

Get deeper insights into what is on display at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided tour. Ideal for travelers who are overwhelmed by the idea of knowing what to priortize in Vatican's vast collection of artworks and artefacts. Let your guide lead the way and take you to the highlights. Explore galleries full of Renaissance masterworks, before moving on to the Sistine Chapel and its frescoes.

Get outside Florence and explore the famous Chianti countryside on a top-rated bike tour that pairs spectacular scenery, medieval history, and Tuscan flavors in a fun and athletic way. Pedal through fertile valleys and over hills dotted with olive trees, vines and 12th-century castles, making a pit stop at a Tuscan villa for lunch. Chianti wine and olive oil tasting help fuel the adventure.