There are plenty of things to do and lots of local trips to take right here in SoCal this summer. But while we can eat award-winning pizza and piles of pasta at some of the best Italian restaurants in Los Angeles, there’s just something about the allure of a Euro-trip that makes you dream of sipping an Aperol spritz under the Tuscan sun.
So make sure your passport is up to date, and start steeling yourself for the chaos of LAX. It’s time to plan your next Italian getaway, and here are our top 5 can’t-miss things to do from the very best Italian insiders.
1. Visit a vineyard in Umbria
If you love wine, Italy is the place for you. One of the most famous winemaking regions is Umbria. It’s known as “the Green Heart of Italy”, and it’s well worth a visit. Stroll underneath the towering cypress trees in the picturesque countryside and learn all about winemaking from grape to glass with some of the very best winemakers in the world.
2. Enjoy an enchanting Candlelight Concert in the most magical Italian locations
L.A. has amazing Candlelight Concerts right here at home, but there’s just something about enjoying a mesmerizing concert lit by twinkling candlelight in some of the most beautiful and historical venues in Italy. Choose from three of our favorite Italian cities that offer venues with incredible architecture:
3. Gaze upon breathtaking art in Florence
You can’t visit Florence without marveling at Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia Gallery of Florence. It’s the most famous statue in Italy and perhaps in the entire world.
4. Hike in the Dolomites
For some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Italy, strap on your hiking boots and head to the Dolomites. They’re so incredible that they’ve even been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
5. Tour the Colosseum
There’s a reason this is the most famous archeological landmark in Italy. You can’t miss seeing this historical amphitheater in the center of Rome. Marvel at the history and then head to one of the many delicious pizzerias surrounding it.
If you can’t make it to Italy this summer, don’t worry – there are so many fun and exciting things going on in L.A. to keep us entertained all summer long.