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20 December, 2023
Things to do in Italy with kids: Fun activities, top tips & more
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Not All Italian Summers Are Alike
Published
15 January, 2026
Edited
12 February, 2026
Italy for summer? Groundbreaking. La Dolce Vita isn’t a trend, it’s a ritual. Balconies thrown open. Aperitivi drifting past sunset. Days that dissolve into golden hour. The only real question: cathedral spires, vineyard rows, or a coastline that shimmers until midnight? City pulse or countryside hush? If you’re asking us, do all three.
Slow Living in Tuscany
Tuscany is about doing very little, very well, ideally with a glass of local Chianti in hand. Fill the day with village markets, vineyard visits, or a leisurely cycle through rolling hills. Or spend your days relaxing at one of the world’s most exclusive addresses. Ideal for family travel and romantic escapes, Tuscany has something special to offer every kind of traveler.
Onefinestay:
Adorna, an expansive 11 bedroom villa where classic charm meets modern farmhouse design.
One must-do:
Head into the hills to family-run Fattoria Montechhio vineyard, where Chianti is poured generously, stories shared freely, and tastings are encouraged, naturally.
Metropolitan Moments in Rome
We recommend starting the day early before the heat sets in, and wandering through ruins as the city wakes up. Afternoons are best spent ducking into shaded galleries and enjoying long lunches with friends. In the evening, Rome comes alive. Streets buzzing, terraces filling, and history around every picture perfect corner.
Onefinestay:
Casa Orientale, an impeccably designed loft complete with a panoramic rooftop terrace.
One must-do:
Step beyond the obvious with a private guide. San Clemente's layered history. A perfect framed view through the Aventine Keyhole. This is the Rome most visitors miss.
Summer at Sea on the Amalfi Coast
Here’s our suggestion for those looking for the perfect in-between: the quiet of a coastal retreat, paired with the energy of a lively town. From a villa set high on the cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, serenity comes easily, but head down into town and you’ll find fine dining, art, and architecture that more than hold their own against Italy’s bigger cities.
Onefinestay:
Ariel, a coveted clifftop location in the heart of Positano, with show stopping 360 views.
One must-do:
Skip the road, take the water. Slip along the coastline. Dive into hidden coves. Dock for lunch. Repeat as needed. Your boat is ready when you are.
Renaissance Living in Florence
Florence is the perfect city break. Best experienced on foot, it’s compact and lively, with culture at every turn. Bounce between galleries, indulge in wine windows, and start your hunt for the city’s best schiacciate. As the sun sets, you’ll either find yourself on a terraced bar, aperitivo in hand, or back at home, enjoying your handpicked stay.
Onefinestay:
Benvista, sleek contemporary design and rare outside space makes this a must-book for groups heading to Florence.
One must-do:
Cross the Arno into Oltrarno, where Florence still makes things by hand. Leather, paper, gold leaf. The kind of souvenir that isn't just a souvenir.
