Train route: La Bella Italia
Enjoy this classic Interrail trip through Italy.
This romantic route enables you to enjoy the most classic Italian cities on short train journeys.
Start your trip in world famous Rome to visit its marvelous landmarks such as the Roman Colosseum, the Vatican City and the Roman Forum.
Continue your trip in Florence, Venice and Verona to experience authentic Italian history, romance and cuisine among other Italian delights.
Travel by train for 3 days, enjoy your trip for much longer!
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Itinerary in short
1. Rome, Italy
As one of Italy's highlights, Rome's ancient monuments will fascinate you, but don't forget to indulge yourself with an Italian espresso. The combination of both will definitely make you return!
Visit the largest Colosseum built during the Roman Empire, one of the greatest examples of Roman architecture.
Close by, the hip quarter of Monti hosts an urban market every weekend. You will find everything you want there!
Explore the world's Roman Catholic hub and residence of the Pope - the Vatican City - and marvel at some of the most breathtaking art and architecture known to man.
Admire the Vatican views from the river Tiber
From Rome to Florence
2. Florence, Italy
Florence (Firenze), birthplace of the Renaissance, will enchant you whether you're an art lover, a history buff or just a curious adventurer.
Visit Michelangelo's Statue of David in Galleria dell'Accademia, one of the most recognised sculptures on the planet.
Walk through Florence Cathedral (il Duomo) and climb the 463 steps up to the top for a panoramic vista of the city.
Walk to San Miniato al Monte above Florence and enjoy the beautiful view at sunset.
Climb Florence cathedral to enjoy the marvelous views
From Florence to Venice
3. Venice, Italy
Venice, one of the most romantic cities worldwide, promises to charm even the most hardened of souls.
Admire grand Renaissance palaces and intricate arch bridges, on board of the iconic Venetian gondola.
Visit San Marco Basilica at Piazza San Marco, a perfect example of Venetian-Byzantine architecture.
Be part of one of the most famous carnivals in the world. The Carnavele di Venezia makes the whole of Venice come alive every February.
Take a gondola ride through the canals of Venice
From Venice to Verona
4. Verona, Italy
Verona is the city of love. As the birthplace of the ultimate romantic tragedy ‘Romeo and Juliet’, the city has become famous around the world.
Visit the house of Juliet, Casa di Giulietta, and the most famous balcony of all time.
Walk through picturesque Piazza delle Erbe.
Enjoy Verona Opera Festival held in a 2000-year old Roman amphitheater. Even if opera isn’t your bag, you’ll still come away feeling spellbound.
Savour the Italian cuisine from a cozy terrace
