8 Must See Honeymoon Destinations in Italy

From the abundance of history and iconic monuments to the delicious food, wine and stunning views, Italy is a truly knockout honeymoon destination. Whether you choose to indulge in an Italian road trip and see a selection of places or really chill out and relax in one, it’s an adaptable location choice that you can easily tailor to suit you as a couple.

Below we’ve collated 8 of our favourite, must-see honeymoon destinations in Italy to get you thinking about where you might love to visit on yours.

1. Amalfi Coast

A well-loved favourite for millions of travellers and famous faces too, the Amalfi Coast never fails to impress. Combining romance and elegance beautifully, it is classed as an outstanding example of a Mediterranean landscape by Unesco, with pastel coloured villas and building perched all down the cliffside. Home to some of Italy’s fanciest hotels, we recommend making your way along the coast throughout your honeymoon and staying in a selection of hotels in the areas of Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano and Ravello. With 50 kilometres of shoreline, there is plenty to explore, with many honeymooners indulging in their delicious food, lovely beaches and spending time enjoying their vineyards, lemon groves and hiking trails.

2. Lake Como

Located at the foot of the Alps, Lake Como is the third largest Italian lake after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore, and is known for it’s romantic and picturesque scenery. Made up of a collection of towns perched around the wishbone shaped lake, you can easily explore multiple towns in a day via public transport or a hired car. In particular, Bellagio is known as one of the prettiest lakeside towns in Europe, famed for its lavish villas, cobbled streets and pretty views over the lake. Many couple enjoy taking boat tours, relaxing on the beaches and going on nature trails whilst staying in the area too, and perhaps doing a little bit of celeb spotting, with the likes of George Clooney, Sylvester Stallone and Richard Branson all having homes there.

3. Venice

A city on water like no other, Venice will always be a must see for many a traveller’s bucket list. Combining 150 canals, 400 bridges and 16th and 17th century palaces and piazzas with pretty winding cobblestone streets, it’s a truly enchanting and magical place that is perfect for a honeymoon. Embrace the romance of the city and enjoy a Gondolier ride, or take a speed boat to the islands of Murano and Burano where they make Italian glass and lace. Enjoy all the wonderful culture and historic monuments the city has to offer, including some of the best galleries and museums in the world.

4. Florence

When it comes to exploring Italian cities, Florence has an abundance to offer and stays in many people’s hearts for good reason. As a city steeped in art, culture and stunning architecture, it has a lovely buzz to it that’s balanced out by its large expanse of public and private gardens dotted throughout the city. Add to that the delicious food and the impressive Tuscan wines, it’s a hard location to resist. It’s also a great starting point to head from if you’d like a honeymoon that mixes the buzz of a city with a relaxing few days in the Tuscan countryside too.

5. Rome

As Italy’s capital and a well-loved favourite city for many travellers, Rome is an iconic spot to visit and is filled with many must see monuments including the Colosseum, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. Wonderfully buzzy with an abundance of lovely restaurants and bars, it’s a great spot for a honeymoon if you want to keep busy and really make the most out of a city break. From here it’s also easy to visit plenty of other cities and destinations in Italy, so you can build up a little road trip if you fancy.

6. Cilento

One of Italy’s best kept secrets, Cilento is pretty far off the tourist radar and is ideal if you want an Italian escape that feels authentic and relaxed. Just two hours south of Naples, it is laidback and rugged part of Italy with plenty of adventures to be had, alongside delicious Italian dishes and chilling out on the area’s Blue Flag beaches. There’s also plenty of archaeological sites to visit, along with a Unesco world heritage site too.

7. Sicily

As Italy’s largest island, just a mere one and half miles from the mainland, Sicily is home to lots of amazing beaches, cathedrals, vineyards and architecturally pretty villages and towns. It’s filled with lots of history and plenty of ancient ruins and archaeological sites, striking a more rugged and natural tone in comparison to some parts of mainland Italy. With four-fifths of Sicily being hilly and mountainous, it’s a cool balance between shoreline views and more rustic and green spaces. It’s the perfect location for any couple who fancies a more laid-back and authentic honeymoon yet still wants to enjoy all the wonderful perks that Italian culture has to offer.

8. Puglia

Located in Southern Italy, the relaxed and beautiful region of Puglia stretches itself across the shoreline, with beaches spanning over 860 kilometres of coastline. Known for its stunning landscapes, history, tradition and simple yet delicious cuisine, it’s an ideal spot have a chilled out honeymoon. Over the past few years, many of their farmhouses and residencies have been refurbished and turned into Masserias, beautiful villas that were traditionally lived in by the aristocratic and wealthy, which make for lovely locations to stay in during your visit.