Things to do in Italy Archives - Page 4 of 5

Franco Zeffirelli and the Arena of Verona-Summer Opera Festival in a Roman Amphitheatre

Franco Zeffirelli’s spectacular stage sets are not to be missed at the 2010 Arena of Verona Opera Festival, held in the Roman amphitheatre.

Walking & Hiking Tours in the Italian Dolomites-Discounts & Special Offers

Spectacular walking & hiking tours in the Dolomites just got more enticing with these special offers and discounts.

Wildflowers in Italy-Orchids & Colorful Wildflowers on a Walking Tour in Sicily

Orchids are just a few of the delights to be found when walking in Sicily during the wildflower season in Italy. Then there’s lunch.

Chocolate Making Lessons in Italy-Learn to Make Chocolate in Umbria

Learn to make chocolate in Italy during a chocolate making lesson in Umbria.

2010 Culture Week in Italy – Free Entrance to Museums and Archeological Sites

April 16-25, 2010 marks Italy’s 12th annual Culture Week, or Settimana della Cultura, during which visitors enjoy free entry to state-run museums and archeological sites.

Easter Processions in Italy – A Running Madonna in Sulmona and a Kissing Madonna in Modica at Easter Celebrations in Abruzzo and Sicily

The Madonna in Italy may not sing and dance, but on Easter Sunday she runs across the piazza in Sulmona, while in the town of Modica, the Easter Madonna is known for her kisses. Follow these fascinating Easter celebrations in Italy, during processions in Abruzzo and Sicily.

Caravaggio Exhibition in Rome – Works from Museums around the World

A stunning collection of Caravaggio’s work is on display at a special exhibition in Rome, and includes works on loan from museums around the world.

Mamma Agata Cookbook – Book Review & Lemon Cake Recipe from Amalfi Coast

Simple recipes from the Amalfi Coast using high-quality ingredients are illustrated in full color in Mamma Agata’s cookbook. Book review and firsthand experience with the Lemon Cake Recipe.

Sunday Lunch in Italy – An Italian Family Tradition in Sicily

Sunday lunch in Italy has traditionally been a leisurely family affair, and if there is no one willing to cook at home, the next best thing is an agriturismo in Sicily for a huge farm lunch.

Tour the Vatican Without the Crowds – A Special After-Hours Visit

The Vatican Museums are home to one of the finest collections of art in the world, and special after-hours tours of the Vatican allow you to savor this extraordinary tour experience without the crowds.

Museum Meets Theater – Very Scary Zoological Museum in Bologna

An off-beat theater piece at the zoological museum in Bologna uses the museum’s mysterious atmosphere to create a very scary visit and tour.

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