Italy Greeters welcome you

Italy Greeters are volunteers who are passionate about sharing their love for their city with visitors from around the world. A Greeter will welcome you and take you on a 2-4 hours walk in the city free-of-charge, showing you places, neighborhoods, and off-the-beaten-track spots. You will see the city through the eyes of a local while hearing personal stories, anecdotes, cultural aspects, and experience the city in its authenticity. Read more …

Explore Italy’s ancient Rome, the ruins of Pompei and Greek temple of Sicily. Florence the homeland of Renaissance. Venice, a unique floating city. The Alps with Dolomites, the wine hills of Piedmont and Tuscany, the sea, the beaches. Milan global capital of fashion and design, elegant, modern and ancient. Bologna Italy’s gourmet capital, with Lamborghini and Ferrari factories in its surroundings. Naples with Mt Vesuvius and its gleaming bay with the island of Capri. Italy is also a country full of joy where people like to meet together and eating with divine food and wine.

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Bologna

Bologna

We’d be happy to show you around BOLOGNA, our medieval gem that is best known for its old University, mouthwatering cuisine (if you want to experience the joys of good food then Bologna is the place to be), and welcoming atmosphere. Experience a stroll with us in the city center, the unmissable beating heart. Let’s discover its symbols (the Two Towers, Piazza Maggiore), along hidden places off the beaten track, and get lost under the endless porticos, which stretch along the city for miles and miles.

Catania

Catania

Catania is an ancient port city on the east coast of Sicily. It is located at the foot of Etna, an active volcano with paths that reach its summit. The large central square of the city, Piazza del Duomo, is characterized by the picturesque statue of the Elephant Fountain and the richly decorated Cathedral. In the southwestern corner of the square, La Pescheria, the daily fish market, is a roaring spectacle surrounded by restaurants serving fish. Catania was founded in the 8th century BC by Greek

Ferrara

Ferrara

Ferrara is one of the main cities of the Italian Renaissance. With its Castle, the intrigues of the palace, the characteristic cobbled streets, the Jewis Ghetto tells of the close link between the Po and its inhabitants in a refined environment with the attention to detail by the Dukes of the Este family.

Florence

Florence

Florence is Italy’s third-largest city and the birthplace of the Renaissance. It has six major cathedrals, the Uffizi Gallery and the Gallery of the Academy of Florence, home to Michelangelo’s David as well as the famous Ponte Vecchio. Every sightline in the city is a gateway to the rich history and beauty of this city.

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Milan

Milan

Milan is a unique elegant city, full of life and ‎culture, modern and ancient. Its churches and ‎museums are rich in masterpieces such as the Da ‎Vinci’s Last Supper. The Duomo, Sforza Castle and ‎the modern buildings such as the Vertical Forest, ‎show the city’s evolution of architecture throughout ‎the centuries. Milan is the global capital of fashion ‎and design and its divine cuisine will amaze ‎anyone. Its university life, its nightlife with ‎theatres, pubs and clubs are vibrant and dynamic.‎

Pentone

Pentone

Pentone (Pentùni or Pentòni in calabrese) is an Italian town in the province of Catanzaro in Calabria. It is located at 648 meters above sea level on the southern slopes of Sila Piccola.
From our Town the sea and the mountains are easily reached with less than 30 minutes.
The territory, purely agricultural, is characterized by the presence of typical Mediterranean flora and fauna.

Ravenna

Ravenna

Ancient capital of the Western Roman Empire of the fifth and sixth centuries, Ravenna has inherited the splendor of a capital from its past and has been able to preserve them in optimal conditions. Its Byzantine mosaics are famous and eight of its monuments have been declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco. and there aren’t many cities that can boast eight Unesco sites!

Rome

Rome

Once it ruled the Western World, and even the partial, scattered ruins of that awesome empire, of which Rome was the capital, are today among the most overpowering sights on earth. Now you have the opportunity to get to know Rome as an inside. Meet a local volunteer and walk getting get away from the crowds to explore the intimate piazzas the streets of Trastevere the historic center but also less know neighborhoods. Indulge in eno-gastronomic pursuits at coffee bars, trattorias, enotecas and gelaterias.

Rotondella

Rotondella

If you want to know more about life in an Italian village with less than 5,000 inhabitants, our Greeters are very much willing to share their knowledge. as they are willing to show you the best markets, tell you about the small beaches they prefer or advice you on the most beautiful day trips.Or maybe you want to know where we drink our espresso?
Anyway, we invite you cordially to book a Rotondella Greeter an get to learn more about beautiful southern Italy.

San Lorenzo Dorsino

San Lorenzo Dorsino

San Lorenzo Dorsino, among the most beautiful villages in Italy, is located in the Trentino region and has been declared a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site for its extraordinary biodiversity. The village is surrounded by stunning alpine landscapes, with majestic mountains, lush forests, and verdant meadows. San Lorenzo Dorsino is rich in historical and cultural heritage. The village preserves its traditional architecture with stone houses and narrow streets. The gastronomy, another highlight of the village, should not be overlooked. San Lorenzo Dorsino, with its unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and living traditions, is an ideal destination for those looking to discover the authentic charm of Trentino

Trieste

Trieste

Amazing Trieste! With its cosmopolitan atmosphere, Trieste offers a unique glimpse into Europe’s history and diversity. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or a foodie, Trieste promises an unforgettable experience. From Roman to Habsburg era, the history runs through the whole city. Stroll with us through the narrow streets of the Old Town and discover elegant piazzas and historical coffeehouses.

Venice

Venice

Venice, the city well known for its canals and bridges, built on more than 100 islands in a lagoon, is famous for gondolas, St Mark’s Basilica and the Rialto Bridge, as well as its narrow streets, rich history, Art Biennale and Film Festivals. We invite you to also discover the other side, where you can walk around without the overtourism, admire small details and learn their meaning. Be ready to wear comfortable shoes, get lost in this unique maze and take a rest while tasting something typical

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