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If one has booked a vacation rental in Rome, then they are likely interested in the ancient history of the city, the massive monuments, the Papal palaces full of Renaissance gems but more recent historic periods have also left their mark and wonderful attractions in the Eternal City. Take, for example, La Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, or the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art. Dedicated to nineteenth and twentieth century art, it is an extraordinary architectural gem that also houses the largest collection of paintings and sculptures from this period in Italy. Those interested in the early modern and modern periods of the history of art should definitely make a point to see the museum during their time on holiday in Rome and it also boasts some incredibly famous names an astounding works of art.

Postcard images of Italy probably flit before your mind’s eye the moment you think about the country. It is a land that has produced some impossibly scenic views where cityscapes and nature, architectural gems and incredible monuments all come together synergistically to create unforgettable scenes. But, if you were to pick a few to single out and ensure that you see them for yourself during a vacation in Italy, which ones would we recommend? Given that we think about Italy on a daily basis and have helped thousands of customers have perfect holidays in Italy throughout the years, we think we might have a bit of insight as to some of the unmissable views that you should make a note of...

1. Florence from the Piazzale Michelangelo

A very popular spot to watch the sun set over the city, the Piazzale Michelangelo is now a buzzing spot that attracts excited crowds who bring takeout to enjoy, musicians who set up and play to said crowds, and some particularly enthusiastic attendees who often start the crowd dancing. Those after the view and not so much this atmosphere can come at sunrise instead and will have the place pretty much to themselves. Either way, you’ll get some amazing views over the gorgeous skyline of the city and it is undeniably one of the best free things to do if you book a villa in Florence.

Thinking about planning a vacation in Italy in November but unsure of where to go? Well, we’ve put together a helpful guide of the best holiday destinations across the country if you are looking to book a villa in Italy during November.

While November is not the first time of the year that comes to mind for many when it comes to planning a holiday in Italy, it might just happen to be the only time that you can travel or you may be looking to avail of the smaller tourist crowds and lower prices. The summer rush is well over and Christmas cheer will be starting to sprinkle into the bigger towns and cities but you won’t have the festive crowds quite yet either. Plus, while rain is common throughout most of the country in this month and the weather is becoming decidedly wintery, usually you can rely on great conditions for both hiking and exploring cities. City breaks or holidays full of outdoor excursions are ideal at this time of the year.

Calling all cinephiles to Rome this October: the 18th edition of the Rome Film Fest will be held from October 18th to 29th, 2023. Established back in 2006, this annual film festival is a major fixture of the cultural calendar of the city and a chance to catch some incredible movies from all over the world.

Though not as famous as some of the other film festivals around the world, it is spread over as many days as Cannes and other major international film festivals, see some films get their premiere at the event, and it draws famous actors, directors, and more to the city each year. So, if you were thinking about booking a city break in Rome this October and were looking for one more reason to secure your vacation rental in Rome today, then add this wonderful event to the truly endless list of attractions that the Eternal City has to offer.

A trip to Rome will undoubtedly involve a lot of running around and chaos as you try to put a dent in the endless incredible things there are to see and do in the city. An absolute haven for art-lovers and history buffs and anyone who simply enjoys looking at beautiful things, it is all very exciting but can also be a little bit overstimulating. Picture this, then: you have booked your villa in Rome, you are enjoying your trip, and you are ticking things off your bucket list but maybe you need a moment of peace and calm. Well, then we suggest heading to the stunning Villa Borghese for a few hours...