We're 2 couples spending a week in Croatia in early Oct this year. We'll be ending our tour (lots of time on/in the water, city tours, national parks) in Dubrovnik & would like to spend a few days somewhere in Italy before heading home. We're very active, love good food & local culture. Having never been to Italy we don't have a clue. Not really big on museums. Any suggestions would be so appreciated.
Posted by
Forest Grove, OR
11985 posts
Do you fly home out of Italy? Might help us recommend geographic convenient spots.
Posted by
Twin Cities of MN
7051 posts
Would you fly to this Italy location? For a first time visit, I'd recommend Florence, Rome or Venice. All amazing, all have great food.
Posted by
OP
Scottsdale, AZ
5 posts
We'll fly home from wherever we stay in Italy.
Posted by
Idaho, USA
8428 posts
For a first taste of Italy and some place near Dubrovnik, I would recommend Rome. That short amount of time will just give you a taste of whichever city you fly home since you should be at the airport city the night before you leave.
If you fly home from Venice, it’s usually not as convenient because the airport is on the mainland, and flights are usually early morning. It’s easier to fly into Venice…for a future trip.
Posted by
new york
450 posts
I'd take the quick flight to Bari; see Bari and Matera and fly home from Bari.
Posted by
Bend, OR
1405 posts
I agree with Jean, if you’ve never been to Italy I would go to Rome. With only 3 days, you will have more time to explore with easy access to a major airport.