Romantic destinations in Italy

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The cobbled streets of towns and cities, taverns and restaurants, green hills covered with vineyards where the typical cottages are immersed, are just some of the images that make Italy become the perfect destination for couples . Beyond Venice, Verona and Florence, romantic cities par excellence, known to everybody, there are other places in Italy, less known by tourists and perfect for romantic holidays . From Piedmont to Sicily, here there are 5 romantic destinations in Italy to visit, choosing as base among our romantic Agritourismos, B&B, Holiday Houses and Villas scattered in the relaxing and evocative setting of the Italian countryside.

Langhe

Piedmont is known throughout the world for its sophisticated culture, fabulous cuisine and especially for its fine wines. If you are looking for a romantic place, the Langhe area in Piedmont is ideal for your romantic holiday in Italy.

In Alba, the gastronomic capital of Italy, renowned above all for its precious white truffle, you can taste refined dishes with your partner. In nearby Barolo, a picturesque town that gives its name to one of the most famous Italian red wines, dominated by a castle that hosts the Enoteca Regionale del Barolo, and surrounded by enchanting romantic villages like Barbaresco, Sinio, Serralunga and Perno, you can make delicious winetastings.
You can also explore the romantic landscape of the Langhe through the Romantic Road of the Langhe and Roero. An original route that among breathtaking natural landscapes, medieval castles and villages will let you know the history, the flavors and the spirits of this land. An alternative way to visit places, do outdoor activities, meet the locals, enjoy good food and enjoy a good glass of wine.

The Langhe are perfect for romantic getaways and holidays for two, especially in autumn, when the vineyards of the Langhe are tinged with colors that descend from red to yellow, offering a wonderful show.

Liguria

Liguria, with its colored houses-towers of its villages, the narrow alleys, the bays and the coves where you can enjoy sunsets over the sea, has countless places where couples can enjoy a romantic holiday during a stay in a farmhouse.

Portovenere, on the end of the Golfo dei Poeti, is definitely a destination to visit as a couple, where you can take a romantic walk along the picturesque bay, with its multicoloured houses facing the sea, between the narrow cobbled alleys of the centre and the church of San Pietro overlooking the sea and from where you can admire a breathtaking sunset.

The small seaside village of Camogli, in the Riviera di Levante, is a romantic place at any time of the year, with its port and brightly coloured houses overlooking the small gulf. Here, on Valentine's Day, the locals celebrate a romantic party called Innamorati a Camogli with the poetry contest where you can read the poems on some posters displayed on the pier and in the squares, or hang a heart with your own names on the rope networks of the pier.

Unmissable for a couple holiday are the Cinque Terre, five small villages located on the promontory overlooking the sea that can be reached through some walking trails. The most famous is the Via dell'Amore, a path on the sea, an ancient meeting point for lovers, which connects the town of Manarola to Riomaggiore.

Finally, also Sestri Levante, with the Baia del Silenzio, surrounded by pastel coloured houses and Portofino, with its famous little square, are perfect places for a romantic holiday.

Umbria

Umbria is a small and quiet region of central Italy that has little to envy to nearby Tuscany and much to offer. Romantic cities. villages perched on hills, spiritual places, beautiful works of art, medieval castles and lush vegetation that Henry James called "the most beautiful garden in the world" where many of our cottages are immersed.

In Umbria you can enjoy the religious atmosphere of Assisi and Norcia, with their traditions of chocolate and truffles and visit the vibrant cultural centre of Perugia and the other fascinating medieval towns of Orvieto and Todi, characterized by sweet hills of cypresses and green valleys with olive trees, vineyards and woods.

Umbria is a perfect destination for couples that offers not only an excellent opportunity to relax, but also many entertainments. Umbria is in fact full of fantastic dishes, wine, art, culture and architecture. Do not miss the Strada del Sagrantino to explore picturesque vineyards and taste some of the best wines of Italy through characteristic villages such as Montefalco, Bevagna and Gualdo Cattaneo.

Amalfi Coast

The Amalfi Coast, in the south of the Gulf of Naples, is a magnificent stretch of coastline ideal for a romantic holiday in Italy. A breathtaking setting that winds among lemons, olive groves, vineyards and small pastel-coloured villages, clinging to jagged cliffs that plunge directly into the sea.

Positano, Sorrento, Ravello and Amalfi itself are legendary places that dot the Amalfi Coast, discovered by the aristocrats of the Grand Tour of Europe and then made famous by artists looking for inspiration and a movie star in search of a perfect refuge, today it is the ideal destination for couples .

Ravello is a haven of villas with picturesque gardens, such as Villa Rufolo with flowerbeds, palms, sculptures and fountains. Amalfi is characterized by the villas and the narrow buildings that seem to fall down from the cliff in the port, to the gravel beach below and the beautiful cathedral with the Arab-Norman facade overlooking Piazza Duomo, the city center button, where we suggest you to sit down watching the sweet life, sipping a glass of Greco di Tufo while the sun sets. Positano has a unique atmosphere: exclusive, chic, full of charm and celebrity. But at the same time it is a real family holiday resort. Sorrento, much loved by couples, will fascinate you for its views, its alleys and its cuisine.

Sicily

Sicily is the perfect place to go for a romantic holiday. The landscape, the ancient ruins and the beautiful coast make Sicily a perfect destination for couples. If you decide to spend your romantic holiday in this warm land, here you will find some enchanting sites not to be missed.

First of all, one of the most romantic things to do in Sicily is to admire a breathtaking sunset, whether during a boat trip along the coast or around the islands, from the beach or from the terrace of a Villa, it is an unmissable experience to share with the partner.

Among the most romantic places in Sicily there are certainly Cefalù, a coastal town in the province of Palermo, framed by green hills and the turquoise sea, Erice, a precious town above Trapani with timeless charm, rich in legendary pastry shops and above all Taormina, without any doubt the most romantic city in Sicily for its hillside views of Mount Etna, the Greek ruins and the fascinating streets.

Finally, another perfect place for a romantic holiday are the salt pans of Trapani. Along the road from Trapani to Marsala there are white mountains that offer breathtaking scenery dotted with windmills.

Choose from our offer of Agritourisms, B&B, Holiday Houses, Villas and Apartments in some of the most romantic destinations in Italy and start with your sweetheart to discover these enchanting places.