Italy is home to thousands of small towns and villages, each with its own distinct character shaped by centuries of history, regional traditions, and the surrounding landscape. From sun-drenched hilltop settlements perched above rolling countryside to narrow-streeted fishing hamlets clinging to dramatic coastlines, these places offer a side of Italy that goes far beyond the well-known cities. In this blog series, we explore some of these hidden and not-so-hidden gems — their stories, their food, their atmosphere — and what makes each of them worth a visit.
A day in Arezzo
Lucrezia Worthington, 2 April 2026, 5 min. read
A Day in Orvieto: Italy’s Hidden Hilltop Gem
Lucrezia Worthington, 2 April 2026, 4 min. read
The best restaurants in Perugia
Lucrezia Worthington, 2 April 2026, 3 min. read
Where to stay: Discover Sicily's golden beauty
Sofia Di Stefano & Yeelen Tavilla, 2 April 2026, 7 min. read
Villages to visit in the Itria Valley
Lucrezia Worthington, 2 April 2026, 5 min. read
5 villages to visit in Salento
Lucrezia Worthington, 2 April 2026, 4 min. read
5 Villages to visit in Umbria this winter
Lucrezia Worthington, 2 April 2026, 3 min. read
Bari as a local
Benedetta Canale, 2 April 2026, 7 min. read
Lecce as a local
Benedetta Canale, 2 April 2026, 5 min. read
Carovigno as a local
Benedetta Canale, 2 April 2026, 4 min. read
Ostuni as a local
Benedetta Canale, 2 April 2026, 4 min. read