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What 20 travel creators agree you should do · Updated July 2, 2026

Things to do in Italy.

The top things to do in Italy, by creator consensus: Capri Island, Positano, Naples Historic Center — 4 creators independently recommend Capri Island. We watched 32 videos from 20 travel creators covering Italy and ranked every place by how many of them independently recommend it — so the spots at the top aren't one person's opinion, they're consensus.

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Most-recommended: Capri Island Walk The Tour 29K subs

Ranked by creator consensus

10 of 37 spots independently recommended by 2+ creators

Latest source April 2026 · 74% from the last two years

↻ Updated: +3 creators, grew 33→37 since July 2026

  1. 01 Capri Island 4 creators
  2. 02 Positano 3 creators
  3. 03 Naples Historic Center 3 creators
  4. 04 Colosseum 2 creators
  5. 05 Vatican City & St. Peter's Basilica 2 creators
  6. 06 Roman Forum 2 creators

+31 more spots, sourced & cited below ↓

Rome

10 spots
№ 01

Colosseum

other 2 creators

Rome's most iconic landmark, cited by multiple creators as a must-book-in-advance stop. Per saranghoe, you can see it from a distance on the walk from the city center before going inside.

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Flyost Travel

@travelwithflyost · 9K subs

Listed as the number-one thing to do in Rome, described as a timeless landmark perfect for first-time visitors.

→ Top 10 Things to Do in Rome 🇮🇹 | Must-See Attractions & Hidden Gems! @ 0:29

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    saranghoe 1.9M

    Tracy walks toward the Colosseum with a UV umbrella, noting you can see it from a distance before reaching the entrance. [watch @ 4:39]

№ 02

Vatican City & St. Peter's Basilica

temple 2 creators

Flyost Travel ranks it second on their Rome top-10 list, pairing it with the Colosseum as the city's essential one-two punch for first-timers.

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Flyost Travel

@travelwithflyost · 9K subs

Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica are highlighted as unmissable Rome landmarks for any first-time visitor.

→ Top 10 Things to Do in Rome 🇮🇹 | Must-See Attractions & Hidden Gems! @ 1:05

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    saranghoe 1.9M

    Tracy meets the tour guide group at 7 a.m. for their Vatican visit, describing it as the moment she finally sees it in person. [watch @ 14:38]

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Roman Forum

other 2 creators

Both Flyost Travel and saranghoe place the Roman Forum directly alongside the Colosseum as a natural pairing — walking through the ruins is described as an essential ancient-Rome experience.

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Flyost Travel

@travelwithflyost · 9K subs

The Roman Forum is listed as one of Rome's top 10 sites, celebrated for its ancient ruins and historical significance.

→ Top 10 Things to Do in Rome 🇮🇹 | Must-See Attractions & Hidden Gems! @ 3:03

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    saranghoe 1.9M

    Tracy walks to the ruins and Roman Forum right after the Colosseum, treating the two as a single itinerary block. [watch @ 5:13]

№ 08

Trastevere Neighborhood

neighborhood 2 creators

Flyost Travel ranks Trastevere among Rome's top 10 experiences for its charming medieval streets; saranghoe heads there for a first meal in the city at 2 p.m., eating at a restaurant called Narella.

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Flyost Travel

@travelwithflyost · 9K subs

Trastevere is called out as one of Rome's top 10 neighborhoods, praised for its bohemian vibe and authentic character.

→ Top 10 Things to Do in Rome 🇮🇹 | Must-See Attractions & Hidden Gems! @ 4:53

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    saranghoe 1.9M

    Tracy and her friend walk to Trastevere for their first Rome meal at restaurant Narella, arriving at 2 p.m. after a long journey. [watch @ 11:08]

Amalfi Coast

7 spots
№ 01

Positano

neighborhood 3 creators

The most-covered Amalfi Coast town across creators: Walk The Tour filmed a full 4K walking tour through its pastel cliff-side alleys and Spiaggia Grande, while World Travel Guide and ABBY both visited as part of broader Amalfi itineraries.

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Walk The Tour

@walkthetour · 29K subs

A ground-level 4K walk through Positano's steep alleys, boutique shops, the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, and Spiaggia Grande beach.

→ POSITANO Walking Tour 2025 🍋 Explore Amalfi Coast's Gem in Stunning Detail [4K 60fps] @ 85:46

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    World Travel Guide 112K

    Positano is described as bearing the brunt of Amalfi Coast tourism — one of the two most-visited towns on the coast. [watch]

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    ABBY 100K

    ABBY uses Positano as her Amalfi Coast base, visiting beach clubs and a cooking class during her solo trip. [watch]

№ 02

Amalfi Town

neighborhood 2 creators

World Travel Guide covers Amalfi as one of the two anchor towns of the coast, noting it shares the heaviest tourist load alongside Positano.

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World Travel Guide

@realworldtravelguide · 112K subs

Amalfi town is highlighted as one of the two dominant destinations on the coast and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997.

→ Italy's AMALFI COAST Travel Guide 🇮🇹 All Towns of the Amalfi Coast

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    Amalfi Coast Italy 11K

    Amalfi Coast Italy explores the coastline, with Amalfi itself featured as a key stop along the scenic drive. [watch]

№ 04

Capri Island

island 4 creators

Multiple creators cover Capri: Walk The Tour filmed a full 4K island walking tour; ABBY visited during her Amalfi solo trip; and Dream Italy documented a day trip from Calabria, taking a 50-minute ferry from Naples.

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Walk The Tour

@walkthetour · 29K subs

Walk The Tour rides the Funicolare (€2.40 ticket, 4-minute ride climbing 140 m) from Marina Grande up to Capri Town, passing the Faraglioni rocks.

→ CAPRI Walking Tour 🇮🇹 | 🌺 Discover Capri in 4K walk ... Italy's Most Beautiful Island! [4K60] @ 6:54

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    ABBY 100K

    ABBY dedicates a full Friday of her Amalfi trip to a Capri day excursion, combining it with a beach club visit. [watch]

  • OU

    Dream Italy 24K

    Dream Italy takes a train to Naples then a 50-minute ferry to Capri for a day trip, buying a last-minute ticket at the port. [watch]

  • AM

    Amalfi Coast Italy 11K

    Amalfi Coast Italy calls Capri 'pure magic,' showcasing the island alongside broader Amalfi Coast coverage. [watch]

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Sorrento

neighborhood 1 creator

Tourist Walk Tours dedicated a full video to Sorrento, describing it as a cliffside town above the Bay of Naples with colorful alleys, sea views of Capri on the horizon, and Mount Vesuvius in the background.

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Tourist Walk Tours

@touristwalktours · 495K subs

Sorrento is framed as a sun-drenched clifftop town full of lemon-scented alleys and panoramic views of Capri floating on the horizon and Vesuvius looming behind.

→ Italy's Lemon Town With Unreal Sea Views — Sorrento

№ 07

Cilento Coast

nature 1 creator

Malini Angelica explicitly recommends the Cilento Coast as an uncrowded alternative to the Amalfi Coast — equally beautiful scenery with majestic green mountains and pretty hillside villages, but without the tourist hordes or high prices.

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Malini Angelica

@maliniangelica1 · 405K subs

Malini argues the Cilento Coast, which begins right where the Amalfi Coast ends, offers the same gorgeous views as Positano and Ravello without the crowds or eye-watering prices.

→ THIS IS THE NEW AMALFI COAST!! (CILENTO, ITALY)

Naples

4 spots
№ 01

Naples Historic Center

neighborhood 3 creators

Walk The Tour's full 4K walking tour highlights Naples' UNESCO-listed historic center, with its Baroque churches, vibrant piazzas, ancient alleyways, and views of Mount Vesuvius over the Bay of Naples.

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Walk The Tour

@walkthetour · 29K subs

Naples' historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with Baroque churches, lively piazzas, and the pizzerias where Neapolitan pizza was born.

→ NAPLES Walking Tour 🇮🇹: Discover Naples Colorful Streets & History!

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    the tour guy 166K

    The Tour Guy covers the top things to see in Naples, running guided tours of the city alongside day trips to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. [watch]

  • MO

    Morgan Venn 298K

    Morgan Venn spends two days in Naples exploring the city and nearby beaches, offering a practical itinerary guide. [watch]

№ 02

Scampia (Naples)

neighborhood 1 creator

Dutch Travel Maniac spent three days exploring Scampia — one of Naples' most feared neighborhoods — walking dark alleys, speaking with locals, and documenting a raw, unfiltered side of Italy most tourists never see.

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Dutch Travel Maniac

@dutchtravelmaniac · 531K subs

Dutch Travel Maniac spent 3 intense days in Scampia, walking through its streets and speaking with residents to reveal the reality behind its dangerous reputation.

→ No Tourists Go Here – Inside Italy's Most Feared Neighborhood | Scampia🇮🇹

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Naples Street Food (Fresh Lemon Juice)

food 1 creator

The Om Vlogs tried fresh-squeezed lemon juice from street vendors in Naples, calling it an unforgettable, simple street food experience unlike anything else.

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The Om Vlogs | In Italy

@theomvlogsofficial · 4K subs

Fresh lemon juice squeezed on the streets of Naples is described as a raw, simple, and unforgettable street food experience — nothing hits the same after trying it.

→ I tried the WORLD famous Naples Street Drink🍋🇮🇹 #italy #naples #limoncello #travel #vlog

№ 04

Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius Day Trip

day-trip 1 creator

The Tour Guy runs their most popular Naples tours here, combining skip-the-line access to Pompeii ruins with a Mount Vesuvius hike and optional wine tasting lunch.

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the tour guy

@thetourguy · 166K subs

The Tour Guy lists a Naples day trip to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius — with lunch and wine tasting — as one of their three most popular Naples-area tours.

→ Top Things To See in Naples 2026 | What To Do in Naples, Italy

Florence

7 spots
№ 02

Florence Cathedral (Duomo) & Brunelleschi's Dome

temple 2 creators

Bella Italia highlights Brunelleschi's Dome as one of Florence's greatest Renaissance monuments; multiple Florence guides treat it as the city's defining landmark.

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Bella Italia

@bellaitalia_tv · 5K subs

Brunelleschi's Dome atop the Florence Cathedral is showcased as one of the Renaissance's greatest architectural feats and a centerpiece of the city's identity.

→ Florence: Italy's Renaissance treasure — Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Medici - Wonders of Italy

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    Sharing the Road 58K

    Sharing the Road includes the Duomo complex in their ultimate Florence things-to-do guide for first-time visitors. [watch]

№ 03

San Miniato al Monte Abbey

temple 1 creator

Giulia Explains Italy recommends this hilltop abbey as a hidden gem offering equally beautiful views to the crowded spots, with a stunning church recognized as one of the city's finest examples of Romanesque architecture.

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Giulia Explains Italy

@giuliaexplainsitaly · 30K subs

San Miniato al Monte is recommended as a quieter alternative viewpoint with an equally beautiful panorama and a fantastic Romanesque church.

→ FLORENCE: 10 places TOURISTS DON'T KNOW | Florence hidden gems @ 1:37

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Sant'Ambrogio Market

market 1 creator

Giulia Explains Italy flags Sant'Ambrogio as Florence's oldest market, opened in 1873 and full of local, fresh products — and the place to try lampredotto (Florentine street food).

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Giulia Explains Italy

@giuliaexplainsitaly · 30K subs

Sant'Ambrogio is called Florence's oldest market (est. 1873), stocked with local fresh produce and the home of lampredotto — the city's traditional street food.

→ FLORENCE: 10 places TOURISTS DON'T KNOW | Florence hidden gems @ 1:58

№ 05

Vasari Corridor & Santa Felicita Church

museum 1 creator

Giulia Explains Italy explains that the Medici built this elevated corridor to connect Pitti Palace to Palazzo Vecchio, and a stop at Santa Felicita Church midway gives visitors a rare glimpse into the passage.

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Giulia Explains Italy

@giuliaexplainsitaly · 30K subs

The Vasari Corridor was built by the Medici to connect Pitti Palace to Palazzo Vecchio — stopping at Santa Felicita Church en route reveals a glimpse into this hidden passageway.

→ FLORENCE: 10 places TOURISTS DON'T KNOW | Florence hidden gems @ 3:02

№ 06

Ancient Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella

experience 1 creator

Giulia Explains Italy describes this pharmacy as a centuries-old institution — still operating after more than 400 years — whose elegance and history make it well worth a visit.

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Giulia Explains Italy

@giuliaexplainsitaly · 30K subs

The Ancient Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella has been in business for more than four centuries and is praised for maintaining its historic elegance — a genuinely unique Florence stop.

→ FLORENCE: 10 places TOURISTS DON'T KNOW | Florence hidden gems @ 4:08

№ 07

San Lorenzo Complex (Church, Library & Market)

temple 1 creator

Giulia Explains Italy highlights the San Lorenzo complex as one of Florence's most prestigious and underrated clusters, including the first cathedral of Florence, a library designed by Michelangelo, and the Medici Chapels.

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Giulia Explains Italy

@giuliaexplainsitaly · 30K subs

San Lorenzo was the first cathedral of Florence and anchors a complex of prestigious buildings including a Michelangelo-designed library and other Medici-era monuments.

→ FLORENCE: 10 places TOURISTS DON'T KNOW | Florence hidden gems @ 4:34

Lake Como

1 spot
№ 01

Varenna (Lake Como)

neighborhood 1 creator

Tourist Walk Tours devoted a full video to Varenna, calling it Lake Como's 'timeless romantic jewel' on the eastern shore — known for its promenades, pastel façades, hidden gardens, and shimmering water views.

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Tourist Walk Tours

@touristwalktours · 495K subs

Varenna is described as an enduringly romantic village where poets and painters have walked for generations — stone alleys, pastel facades, and hidden gardens make it Lake Como's standout gem.

→ VARENNA: The Most Beautiful Village on Lake Como

Verona

1 spot
№ 01

Verona

neighborhood 1 creator

Tourist Walk Tours filmed a full walking tour of Verona, framing it as far more than just the Romeo and Juliet backdrop — it is a city of Roman heritage, medieval charm, and Shakespearean romance nestled between the Adige River and the Veneto hills.

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Tourist Walk Tours

@touristwalktours · 495K subs

Verona is presented as a gem of northern Italy combining Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and the romantic legacy of Shakespeare's plays.

→ The Beautiful City of Verona, Italy: It's More than Romeo and Juliet

Turin

1 spot
№ 01

Turin

neighborhood 1 creator

Dutch Travel Maniac traveled to Turin specifically to investigate the city's fearsome online reputation, exploring its streets by day and night to offer a balanced, on-the-ground perspective on Italy's most misunderstood city.

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Dutch Travel Maniac

@dutchtravelmaniac · 531K subs

Dutch Travel Maniac explores Turin — often overshadowed by Rome and Milan — both during the day and at night to counter the warnings circulating online about the city.

→ Italy's Most Avoided City? Exploring the Streets of Turin 🇮🇹

Sicily

1 spot
№ 01

Palermo (including Mondello Beach & Agrigento)

neighborhood 1 creator

Malini Angelica explores Palermo as Sicily's layered capital — full of character, authenticity, and monuments reflecting its multi-civilizational past — plus the local beach at Mondello and the ancient Greek city of Agrigento.

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Malini Angelica

@maliniangelica1 · 405K subs

Malini Angelica explores Palermo, its local beach at Mondello, and the Ancient Greek ruins at Agrigento — framing Sicily as a distinct cultural identity from mainland Italy.

→ SICILIANS ARE NOT ITALIANS!! (Sicily, Palermo)

Lombardy

1 spot
№ 01

Bernina Express (Tirano to St. Moritz)

experience 1 creator

Solo Solo Travel rode the Bernina Express from Tirano, Italy to St. Moritz in the Panorama car — a UNESCO-listed scenic rail journey costing around €65 that passes the Brusio Circular Viaduct and the Poschiavo Valley.

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Solo Solo Travel

@solosolotravel · 1.6M subs

Solo Solo Travel rates the Bernina Express from Tirano to St. Moritz as 'beautiful,' with a Panorama car seat in 2nd class costing approximately €65 — the Brusio Circular Viaduct is a highlight en route.

→ World's Most Beautiful Snow Train! | Bernina Express Panoramic Journey | Italy 🇮🇹-Switzerland🇨🇭

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    Solo Solo Travel 1.6M

    Solo Solo Travel begins a 4-day winter Swiss rail journey from Milan through Tirano on the Bernina Express route before continuing to the Glacier Express. [watch]

Tuscany

1 spot
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Siena

neighborhood 1 creator

Smart Move Italy features Siena as a picturesque, art-filled Tuscan town where expats from North America are choosing to build a new life — praised for its livability and historic character.

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Smart Move Italy

@smartmoveitaly · 54K subs

Three women relocated from North America to Siena, drawn by its picturesque Tuscan setting, art-filled streets, and slower pace of life.

→ 3 women moved to Siena, Italy... this is how their life has changed

Milan

1 spot
№ 01

Milan Street Fashion Districts

district 1 creator

MILAN ON TREND Live produces regular seasonal street-style vlogs directly from Milan's streets, documenting how Milanese locals dress across autumn, winter, and spring — establishing the city's sidewalks as a living fashion runway.

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MILAN ON TREND Live

@milanontrendlive · 114K subs

MILAN ON TREND Live captures Milanese locals in chic autumn outfits during a luxury shopping walk, treating the city's streets as the world's best everyday fashion runway.

→ Autumn 2025 Milan Street Fashion: Learn How Italians Stay Chic & Elegant Every Day

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    MILAN ON TREND Live 114K

    A winter luxury shopping walk through Milan captures the city's best cold-weather street style, from timeless coats to bold silhouettes. [watch]

Italy

1 spot
№ 01

Italian Bar & Pasticceria Breakfast (Cappuccino & Brioche)

food 1 creator

Rosie Maio dedicates a full video to the authentic Italian breakfast ritual — cappuccino and brioche at a bar or pasticceria — including a 3 a.m. visit to a family friend's bakery to watch brioches made fresh, ready by 7 a.m. when the barista puts them in the window.

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Rosie Maio

@rosiemaio · 664K subs

Rosie explains that the classic Italian breakfast is a cappuccino and brioche at a local bar or pasticceria — she prefers the pasticceria even though it costs a little more, and visits a friend's bakery at 3 a.m. to show how the brioches rise overnight before baking at 180°C for 20 minutes.

→ A guide to *authentic* ITALIAN BREAKFAST @ 0:22

Veneto

1 spot
№ 01

Padova (Restaurant Owner's Day)

experience 1 creator

Rosie Maio's mother owns two restaurants in Padova — a weekday cafeteria that doubles as an event space and a second restaurant — offering viewers a rare look at the daily reality of running a food business in northern Italy.

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Rosie Maio

@rosiemaio · 664K subs

Rosie documents a typical day with her restaurant-owner mother in Padova, showing the city's food business culture through a family-run cafeteria open Monday–Friday at lunch and used for private events on weekends.

→ a day in the life of a RESTAURANT OWNER in ITALY

Creators catalogued

20 contributors · cited above
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Flyost Travel

9K subs · 1 vid

WA
Walk The Tour

29K subs · 3 vids

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Tourist Walk Tours

495K subs · 4 vids

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saranghoe

1.9M subs · 1 vid

MA
Malini Angelica

405K subs · 3 vids

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Solo Solo Travel

1.6M subs · 2 vids

MI
MILAN ON TREND Live

114K subs · 2 vids

GI
Giulia Explains Italy

30K subs · 1 vid

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World Travel Guide

112K subs · 1 vid

IM
ABBY

100K subs · 1 vid

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Dream Italy

24K subs · 1 vid

DU
Dutch Travel Maniac

531K subs · 2 vids

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the tour guy

166K subs · 1 vid

AM
Amalfi Coast Italy

11K subs · 2 vids

SM
Smart Move Italy

54K subs · 1 vid

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Rosie Maio

664K subs · 2 vids

BE
Bella Italia

5K subs · 1 vid

SH
Sharing the Road

58K subs · 1 vid

MO
Morgan Venn

298K subs · 1 vid

TH
The Om Vlogs | In Italy

4K subs · 1 vid

Frequently asked

7 questions
What are the top attractions in Rome that creators recommend?

Across creators, Rome's must-see list consistently includes the Colosseum, Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, the Roman Forum, Piazza Navona, and the Spanish Steps. Per Flyost Travel, these landmarks form the backbone of any first-time Rome itinerary. ItalyGuides.it notes that Rome can be "eternally confusing" for first-timers given the sheer number of sites, and recommends planning carefully to enjoy the city's treasures without overwhelm.

Are there hidden gems in Italy most tourists skip?

Several creators flag lesser-known spots worth seeking out. Giulia Explains Italy highlights 13 hidden gems in Venice that tourists don't know, including how to enjoy a gondola ride for just €2, and 10 off-the-beaten-path spots in Florence such as wine windows, the San Miniato al Monte Abbey, and the Sant'Ambrogio Market. Flyost Travel also teases hidden treasures in Rome beyond the standard guidebook stops. Dutch Travel Maniac went further, exploring Naples' Scampia neighborhood and the often-overlooked city of Turin, which he notes is frequently overshadowed by Rome and Milan.

What are the top things to do on the Amalfi Coast?

Walk The Tour's 4K walking tours cover both Positano and Capri as the standout experiences on and near the Amalfi Coast — highlighting Positano's pastel cliffside alleys, the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, and panoramic sea views, and Capri's Capri Town piazzettas, Marina Grande, and the iconic Faraglioni rock formations. Currently Hannah, who visited on her honeymoon, specifically mentions a private boat tour as a highlight expense worth budgeting for. ABBY's Amalfi Coast solo trip vlog also features beach clubs and a pasta-making class as recommended hands-on activities.

What food experiences in Italy do creators most recommend?

Food-focused content is one of the strongest threads across creators covering Italy. Rosie Maio's multi-part series on eating at her nonna's house in Italy showcases authentic home cooking as an experience in itself. ABBY specifically took a pasta-making class on the Amalfi Coast as a hands-on activity. Lucas In Rica documents cheap, authentic bites at Sicilian bakeries — including a full haul of pastries, pizza, and cornetto for around €4 in Corleone — and highlights local street food culture in Palermo. Our Big Italian Adventure offers a detailed guide to dining out in Italy, covering how to read menus, order confidently, and navigate tipping.

What do creators say about visiting Sicily?

Sicily gets dedicated attention from multiple creators. Malini Angelica explores Palermo, the beach town of Mondello, and the ancient Greek ruins of Agrigento, noting that Sicilians have a distinct identity and culture separate from mainland Italy. Lucas In Rica documents budget-friendly bakery experiences in Corleone and investigates a Palermo neighborhood that Instagrammers warned him to avoid — ultimately finding it a potential hidden gem with lower prices and plenty of restaurants. Flyost Travel's north-to-south Italy guide also positions Sicily as a key southern destination with its own distinct character.

What should first-time visitors to Florence not miss?

ItalyGuides.it describes Florence as "an open air museum" and a treasure chest of art and architecture, positioning it as an essential stop for first-timers. Giulia Explains Italy complements this by pointing visitors toward hidden Florence gems to escape the crowds, specifically flagging the wine windows, San Miniato al Monte Abbey, Sant'Ambrogio Market, and the Vasari Corridor near Santa Croce as worthwhile alternatives to the most-crowded sites. Flyost Travel's comprehensive Italy guide also includes Florence as part of any serious Italy itinerary.

What do creators say about visiting Venice without the crowds?

Giulia Explains Italy dedicates two videos specifically to beating the crowds in Venice, revealing 13 places tourists don't know and providing a full trip-planning guide to help travelers avoid the masses. One standout tip is that visitors can enjoy a gondola ride for just €2 by using the traghetto public gondola service rather than private rides. The channel emphasizes planning and timing as keys to experiencing authentic Venice. Ovi Vlog Official also highlights the Rialto Bridge — including a rooftop vantage point for panoramic views of the whole city — and San Marco Basilica as top Venice experiences.

How this guide is built

Synthesized from 32 Italy-focused videos across 20 YouTubers (combined audience: approximately 6.8M subscribers), filtered strictly to videos naming specific attractions, neighborhoods, food experiences, or activities in Italy; Switzerland-only, Malta, Albania, and Greece-only videos were excluded.

Every attraction is sourced from a named creator's video. Updated July 2, 2026. See when to visit Italy or browse Italy channels.