{"id":201,"date":"2016-05-25T09:59:48","date_gmt":"2016-05-25T09:59:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.italyvacationspecialists.com\/blog\/?p=201"},"modified":"2026-01-08T16:37:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T16:37:58","slug":"10-best-for-lovers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.italyvacationspecialists.com\/blog\/10-best-for-lovers","title":{"rendered":"10 of the Most Romantic Destinations in Italy that No-One Ever Talks About"},"content":{"rendered":"

Italy is a country synonymous with beauty, romance and love –\u00a0with very good reason. It\u00a0is one of the most geographically incredible\u00a0countries in the world and\u00a0renowned for its incredible food, wine, culture, architecture, fashion and stunning landscapes. With so many amazing cities and regions in one country and dozens of beautiful islands there are many reasons why Italy is considered to be one of the most romantic and alluring destinations in the world, but during the spring and summer months many of the\u00a0most well known cities in Italy like Florence<\/a>, Venice <\/a>and Rome<\/a> and the regions like the Cinque Terre <\/a>and the Amalfi Coast<\/a> are flooded with tourists, \u00a0the restaurants are filled up and in some places like Sorrento<\/a> there are so many people around you can barely move. \u00a0We’re not saying not to go to those places, but keep in mind the time of year you go because you may be very surprised to learn when the busiest times to visit are and if you only have a certain window of time, our suggestion is to make it a point to get away from the\u00a0crowds and experience authentic, un-touched Italy which will not only leave your pocket-book in better standing, but also leave you\u00a0with an impression of Italy that is far different from those who only ever visit the major cities and sites.<\/p>\n

Below, we’ve put together some simply fantastic holiday suggestions for those looking to experience a taste of authentic Italy and truly romantic destinations. \u00a0Great for lovers of all ages and those who love to venture off the beaten-track.<\/p>\n

Here are a few of the destinations we think are the most romantic holiday destinations in Italy:<\/p>\n

1) Ponza<\/a><\/p>\n

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Ponza<\/a>\u00a0is an island that is part of the\u00a0Pontine islands, which\u00a0are an archipelago of volcanic origin lying off the west coast of Italy, in the middle of the Tyrrhenian sea. Easily accessible from Rome, \u00a0in the province of\u00a0Latina, opposite the\u00a0Gulf of Gaeta, the islands are comprised of two groups: around\u00a0Ponza, the largest, lie\u00a0Palmarola, Zannone and Gavi; whilst at roughly 20 miles away there is\u00a0Ventotene\u00a0and, close by,\u00a0Santo Stefano. Only two of the islands are inhabited throughout the year: those of Ponza<\/a> and Ventotene.<\/p>\n

Visitors to the\u00a0town of Ponza\u00a0<\/a>are greeted in the gorgoues\u00a0harbour\u00a0with it’s backdrop of pretty pink houses clinging to the hillside. Small buses, custom built to fit along thenarrow lanes, transport tourists to\u00a0enchanting bays such as that of Chiaia di Luna. From Ponza<\/a>, boats cross the waters to the dramatically beautiful\u00a0island of Palmarola, now a protected\u00a0Nature Reserve.<\/p>\n

Those looking for a truly romantic island escape where very few tourists ever make it, Ponza is the Island Paradise for you.<\/p>\n

2) Maratea<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Coast of Maratea<\/a> is one of the most geographically beautiful coasts in Italy and would rank high on a list of mesmerizing places, the world over.<\/div>\n
The hidden beaches which occupy the shores along this tiny bit of Basilicatan coast (only 30 KM) \u00a0from Sapri (in Campania) and Tortora<\/a> (in Calabria), are of rare beauty, a climb to get to, but well worth the trek any time of year. \u00a0Swimming is only possible from May to November, but the scenery is spectacular.<\/div>\n
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3)\u00a0Praia a Mare<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n
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Praia a Mare<\/a> is a magical town on Italy\u2019s Cedri Riviera – the Citrus Coast – filled with natural wonder, legend and history. \u00a0The town is home to Dino Island, whose sandstone circumference includes mystifying cave grottos, in which an indescribable colour of blue, created by light which comes up through the water, has caused Dino Island to be given World-Heritage site status.<\/div>\n
Praia a Mare<\/a> is a naturally inspiring destination that has gone un-noticed by most travelers who unfortunately have passed up the town\u2019s treasures which include: pedestrian only tree-lined streets and a stunning church, known as \u201cLa Madonna Della Grotta\u201d built inside an enormous cave behind the town (look for sign near the Arcate hotel that indicates the Archaeological Zone).<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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4)\u00a0Tropea, Calabria<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n
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Ringed by cliffs and wonderful sandy beaches, the Tropea <\/a>promontory is reason unto itself to visit the region of Calabria<\/a>.\u00a0 This town is one of my all time favourite place in Italy. \u00a0The best time to visit is anytime between May and November.<\/p>\n

Tropea, easily wins the contest for prettiest town on the Calabria<\/a> Tyrrhenian coast, with its old palazzi built in simple golden stone right into the cliffs.\u00a0 There is still a quite, humbleness to this town, that seems to have been lost in many other places in Italy due to so much mass tourism.\u00a0 Thankfully, the big tour operators haven’t made Tropea their target; yet.<\/p>\n

5. Ninfe Gardens – Lazio<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The Ninfa Gardens (Giardini\u00a0NInfa as called in Italian) are located in the province of Latina in the region of Lazio, Italy. \u00a0They are one of the regions most beautiful and perhaps romantic gardens with an incredible history, most certainly worth while of visit for garden lovers, history buffs and lovers of beauty.<\/p>\n

This is truly a remarkable place, akin to what some what might consider the garden of Eden for when you enter you feel as though you are in a sacred place, which it is. \u00a0The gardens are named ‘Ninfa’ referring to the Nymphes, goodesses, seductresses of love. When you enter here, there is no doubt that it is other-wordly. \u00a0Though what comes as a surprise to most that these gardens run over an ancient Roman town and ancient Roman ruins are scatered throughout the immense garden works.<\/p>\n

6. Spello<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Spello<\/a> is a town located on the hills of Umbria<\/a> in the center of Italy. Just six miles south of Assisi, this town is much less touristy than the nearby towns to its north. This is a very pretty hill-top town that is known as the city of Flowers and it is a gorgeous town to explore. \u00a0Spello will give your legs a nice workout. Via Consolare goes from the bottom to the top of the town. Views from the terrace of the II Trombone restaurant will leave you speechless. This picturesque town has bastions and gateways that bear witness to its past as a Roman settlement. The Church of Santa Maria Maggiore has the Baglioni Chapel with breathtaking frescoes. By the alter are frescoes by Perugino. Nearby, in the Church of Sant’Andrea, built in 1025, is a painting by Pinturicchio and a crucifix attributed to Giotto. At the base of town Roman mosaics were discovered in 2005. In the springtime for the Infiorate del Corpus Domini, inhabitants paint images on the streets with flower petals.<\/p>\n

7. \u00a0Alghero, Sardegna<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Sardegna is also known as Sardinia and it is a region of ancient traditions. The inner island\u00a0is characterized by wild mountain areas and wide green valleys covered with shrubs, spots of grassy land with a mixture of myrtle, serpillo, India figs and dwarf oaks. The coast presents an enchanting sea with bays and isolated inlets, grottoes, very long stretches of white and pink sandy beaches. \u00a0Sardinia is synonymous with the sea: transparent waters, charming beaches, pure nature. In truth, Sardinia is a\u00a0region rich in ancient traditions and culture. It’s beautiful coastal towns make it by far one of the most romantic islands in the Mediterranean sea.<\/p>\n

8.\u00a0Villa Balbianello, Lake Como\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Italian Lake District, consists of Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta and Lake Garda. \u00a0The climate here is a micro-climate and so it’s quite warm in the area year-round and there are many tropical flowers and gorgeous gardens around the lake. \u00a0George Clooney recently bought a villa on Lake Como where he and his new wife, married in Venice live half the year, \u00a0and they live there half the year.<\/p>\n

The Lake District is an area with fantastic hotels and absolutely stunning scenery. \u00a0We highly recommend it for those who want to relax and revel in the exquisite beauty of the area.<\/p>\n

9.\u00a0Ischia\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ischia<\/a> is the largest island in the Bay of Naples and one of the prettiest places to visit in the Mediterranean. \u00a0 \u00a0 The island has been featured in numerous Italian movies like “Paradiso Perso” (Paradise Lost) a romantic comedy, where the island sets the idyllic scene of two star-crossed lovers who fall in love with each other all over again, in part because they cannot escape the beauty off the island or the romance the island’s beauty forces between them<\/p>\n

Venice is unique and always awe-inspiring. The colourful reflections off the water will simply leave you speechless. When in Venice, make sure to visit the nearby islands like Murano and Burano (seen in the picture above) which are easily reachable by the frequently passing boats.<\/p>\n

10. Siracusa – Sicily<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Siracusa is a\u00a0vibrant city with a\u00a0\u00a0 a wealth of monuments, the most important of which can be found in the Archeological park of the Neapolis. Here one finds the Greek Theatre, the Roman Amphitheatre, the Latomia del Paradiso, the Grotta dei Cordari, the Ara di Lerone, Porta Urbica, Apollo’s Temple, the Cathedral and Athena’s Temple, Zeus’s Temple, the Gymnasium, the Catacombs, the Paolo Orsi Museum and Eurialo Castle.<\/p>\n

It’s strategic position on the Mediterranean and it’s beautiful streets make it by far one of the most romantic towns for those visiting Sicily to stay in and explore.<\/p>\n

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