Italy 2026

A collection of 69 places curated by Julio Corrales

Places I should visit in Italy before finishing the Masters.

Places in this collection

  1. Scilla

    attraction

    89058 Scilla, Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, Italy

    A picturesque town in Southern Italy on the Tyrrhenian Sea, where houses are built on the water and streets lead directly to the sea. Known for its local tourism and peaceful atmosphere.

    ScillaView on Google Maps

  2. Via Chianalea

    attraction

    89058 Scilla, Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, Italy

    The most picturesque neighborhood in Scilla, where streets end directly in the sea.

    Via ChianaleaView on Google Maps

  3. Civita di Bagnoregio

    attraction

    01022 Bagnoregio, VT, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    Civita di BagnoregioView on Google Maps

  4. Matera

    attraction

    75100 Matera, Province of Matera, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    MateraView on Google Maps

  5. Pitigliano

    attraction

    58017 Pitigliano, Province of Grosseto, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    PitiglianoView on Google Maps

  6. Vietri sul Mare

    other

    84019 Vietri sul Mare, SA, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    Vietri sul MareView on Google Maps

  7. Sambuca

    attraction

    92017 Sambuca di Sicilia, AG, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    SambucaView on Google Maps

  8. Calcata

    attraction

    01030 Province of Viterbo, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    CalcataView on Google Maps

  9. Castelmezzano

    attraction

    85010 Castelmezzano, Province of Potenza, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    CastelmezzanoView on Google Maps

  10. Alberobello

    attraction

    70011 Alberobello, Metropolitan City of Bari, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    AlberobelloView on Google Maps

  11. Spello

    attraction

    06038 Spello, Province of Perugia, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    SpelloView on Google Maps

  12. Bagnone

    attraction

    54021 Bagnone, Province of Massa and Carrara, Italy

    Jaw-droppingly beautiful, steeped in history, and almost entirely free of tourists

    BagnoneView on Google Maps

  13. Palazzina in Via Nicotera

    accommodation

    00136 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

    A wonderful residential building from the mid-sixties designed by Venturino Ventura, featuring identical facades with circular, concrete balconies and linear terraces with decorative planters. The building harmonizes with its garden and surrounding plants.

    Palazzina in Via NicoteraView on Google Maps

  14. Tropea

    attraction

    89861 Tropea, Province of Vibo Valentia, Italy

    A beautiful city in Southern Italy with turquoise seas, incredible cliffs, streets that look like they're from a movie, and hidden beaches. Eating by the sea is inexpensive, with local seafood and wine. Hotels with sea views are more affordable than in major tourist cities. It retains an authentic atmosphere, away from the crowds of Capri or Rome.

    TropeaView on Google Maps

  15. Altare della Patria

    attraction

    Piazza Venezia, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

    Panoramic terrace offering one of the best skyline views in Rome with the Colosseum and Roman Forum, especially beautiful at sunset. Has an elevator to the top.

    Altare della PatriaView on Google Maps

  16. Dolomites

    attraction

    Dolomites, 32023 Rocca Pietore, Province of Belluno, Italy

    Treat as two separate camps, east and west. Pick one and own it. Season is June to October.

    DolomitesView on Google Maps

  17. Urtijëi

    other

    39046 Urtijëi, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy

    Main base town, easily accessible by car or bus.

    UrtijëiView on Google Maps

  18. Cortina d'Ampezzo

    other

    32043 Cortina d'Ampezzo, Province of Belluno, Italy

    Base for East Camp, raw mountain vibe with aggressive peaks and authentic Italian energy. Home of Tre Cime and Lago di Braies.

    Cortina d'AmpezzoView on Google Maps

  19. Rifugio Friedrich August

    restaurant

    Località Col Rodella, Passo Sella, Canazei, 38031 Campitello di Fassa TN, Italy

    Mountain hut famous for fresh, vanilla cream-filled donuts (Krapfen), a regional specialty. Open mid-June to October, requires a 30-40 minute hike from Passo Sella parking.

    Rifugio Friedrich AugustView on Google Maps

  20. Costa Verde Express

    activity

    5-Day train journey from Bilbao to Gijón, crossing mountains, beaches, and towns

    Costa Verde ExpressView on Google Maps