I cannot help but recommend all Italian holiday seekers to look beyond the main touristy spots and head to less crowded places. Rome, Florence, and Venice are indeed wonderful but unless you are headed there in the shoulder or low season, I would recommend you to avoid them at all costs. Indeed, cities like Bologna, Milano, and Napoli are better choices to be based out of for your Italian adventures.
Contributor: Inma Gregorio from aworldtotravel.com