#15 Beautiful Places and Cities To Visit In Italy

3. Alberobello

Trulli are stone huts with conical stone roofs; charming and somehow fairytale-like, they’re frequently seen in the olive groves in the Valle d’Itria countryside. Alberobello, however, is the only place where you’ll see an entire town comprised of trulli, each of them bearing a pointed grey limestone roof atop a squat and whitewashed body. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, there’s no getting away from the fact that it’s a touristy spot, but it’s so unique that it’s one hundred percent worth braving any crowds. Avoid May to October for the quietest experience and don’t be disappointed when you see the residents – they’re regular people, not the fairy folk you may be expecting.

4. Perugia

As the capital of the region and the home of an international airport, you’re likely to encounter Perugia on your way in to Umbria, but before you go tearing off to explore vineyards and hunt for truffles (although you should absolutely do this) allow some time to explore this beautiful university town, which dates back to the time of the Etruscans and is chock-full of artefacts and history. There’s something mind-blowing about seeing university students casually leaning against the soaring splendor of the 2000-plus-year-old Etruscan Arch – it’s incredible to think that people just live among such antiquity. Spend some time strolling the elegant piazzas and make a beeline for the Corso Vannucci in the evening for the best passeggiata-style people watching.