Start your day with an espresso by Lake Maggiore, where the morning air hums with stillness and time stretches just a little slower. Stroll through charming villages, hop on a boat to an island garden, and dine with lake views under hanging grapevines.

In the Dolomites and South Tyrol, nature takes center stage. Think blooming alpine meadows in summer and powdery slopes in winter, with wooden chalets and the crackle of fireplaces. Merano is the region’s hidden gem – a town where alpine calm and Italian charm blend effortlessly in spa hotels and pastel-colored streets.

Trento, nestled on the edge of the mountains, is a quiet revelation – a city of Renaissance facades, cobbled piazzas and a calm, thoughtful pace. It’s where North meets South – in architecture, cuisine, and the local wines.

Verona, romantic and vibrant, is far more than Juliet’s balcony. It’s a city of hidden courtyards, artisan wine bars, and one of the most beautiful Roman amphitheatres in Italy – where, if you’re lucky, you’ll catch an open-air opera as the sun begins to set.

And then there’s Venice – dreamlike and theatrical, yet surprisingly serene once you stray from the crowds. Get lost in backstreets, float to lesser-known islands, sip a spritz on a quiet square where laundry flutters overhead.

Lake Garda? A timeless classic. Pastel-toned villages, lemon trees and the gentle sound of boats rocking in the water – this is where life feels lighter, softer, sun-soaked.

Whether you're here for design and dolce far niente, or for crisp mountain air and long hikes: Northern Italy knows exactly how to seduce. Unpretentious, but full of style. Never rushed, always with flavor.

Discover the best of Northern Italy – with a glass of wine in hand, sweeping hillside views, and a stay that completes the experience. Explore our curated collection of special places to stay in Northern Italy.