You are doing the one thing you always have dreamed about. Visiting Italy. This is a great, exciting time for you, but so many people are regretting their time in Italy because they have missed out on so much while they were there.

This is the problem with Italy. There are so many things to do and see that it always seems like you have not got enough time. With this guide, you will be sure to make the most out of your Italian visit to get to see as much as possible.

Doing research beforehand

This is the secret. To do as much research beforehand as possible. To make sure that you have a list of things that you want to do and see while you are in Italy. To ensure that there are no regrets afterwards.

To visit Italy without having a plan is something that you will regret. When you are back at home, you will realize that there are places that you missed out on, and food that you wanted to try, but didn’t get to. With research, you will not forget the most important things that you want to experience in Italy.

Visiting different regions

If you have the time, don’t just visit one region. There are many regions in Italy. And, these regions are all different. Different types of scenery, different foods to enjoy and even different cultures.

This is the only way that you can make sure that you are getting to know the whole of Italy. To see more than one region and to enjoy the different things they have to offer.

Don’t just visit the large cities

The smaller towns in Italy are the places with character. The places that you will never forget. There, you will meet the friendliest locals, eat local dishes and learn more about the culture. Something that will be more difficult to do when you are visiting large cities.

Yes, the cities are the more popular places with tourist attractions, but the towns are the true look into Italy and how Italians live on a daily basis.

Eat as a local

Eating every night in a fancy restaurant and ordering the best food prepared by the best chefs isn’t really a look into the culture. Especially, if you are still ordering the food that you are eating every day at home.

There are many places in the city and in the smaller towns where the locals buy their food or where the locals go to eat out. This is the place where you should be eating if you want to eat real Italian food. Don't be afraid to just talk to a local, you will get directions to the best and tastiest food in town.

Visiting Italy isn’t just about visiting the most popular tourist attractions and eating at the most popular restaurants. This is all about getting to know more about the culture, the food and the lifestyle. With this guide, you will be able to make the most out of your Italian visit, to get to know the real Italy, not through the eyes of a tourist, but through the eyes of a local.