History

Saturnalia: Merriment and Murder Plots in Ancient Rome

Learn all about the wildest festival in ancient Rome, a 7-day winter revel that has links with our ...

Fri 23 Dec 2022

The Best Mosaics in Rome: 14 Places Not to Miss

Rome is home to an array of incredible mosaics, from mysterious early-Christian declarations of ...

Thu 05 Dec 2024

The Santo Bambino of Aracoeli: A Christmas Tradition in Rome

It woudn't be Christmas in Rome without a visit to the Santo Bambino of Aracoeli, a mysterious mirac ...

Sat 30 Nov 2024

Christmas Traditions in Rome: Presepio di Natale

Christmas in Rome is a magical time of year, but for many Italians, the most important Christmas ...

Mon 25 Nov 2024

The Best Day Trips to Take from Venice

Venice is a perfect base for making day trips into the spectacular landscape of the Veneto. From ...

Thu 21 Nov 2024

What to Do Near the Vatican Museums: 10 Things You Need to See

The area around the Vatican is home to a wealth of great things to see and do. Find out how to make ...

Fri 15 Nov 2024

The Complete Travel Guide to Siena: Everything You Need to Know to Visit

Stunning Siena is our favorite small city to visit in Italy. Find out everything you need to know ...

Sat 09 Nov 2024

The Best Day Trips from Florence: 10 Perfect Destinations in Tuscany

From Pisa’s iconic Leaning Tower to the needle-like towers of San Gimignano and the delights of ...

Mon 04 Nov 2024

What to See in Florence’s Piazza del Duomo

From the extraordinary Duomo to the Baptistery, Giotto's Bell Tower, an amazing museum and more, ...

Tue 29 Oct 2024

A History of the Restorations of Notre Dame

Tue 22 Oct 2024

Rome vs Florence: Choosing Your Perfect Italian Destination

Rome and Florence are two of Italy's must-visit destinations. But which should you choose if you ony ...

Mon 21 Oct 2024

A History of the Vatican: The Story of the World’s Smallest Country

The 2,000 year history of the Vatican is a fascinating tale of art, power, spirituality and violence...

Mon 14 Oct 2024