Urbino
Nestled in scenic hills, this town offers Renaissance charm with the Palazzo Ducale, art by masters, and significant frescoes in a culturally rich setting.
Set amid rolling countryside, Urbino remains one of the clearest expressions of the Italian Renaissance in town form. The Palazzo Ducale, once home to one of Europe’s most cultivated courts, rewards time for both its interiors and its collection, which includes works by Piero della Francesca, Uccello and Raphael. Nearby, the Oratory of San Giovanni Battista preserves an important fresco cycle, while the Duomo holds works including Barocci’s Last Supper. Urbino is compact, but culturally rich.
Ravenna
This historic city boasts UNESCO-listed monuments with stunning mosaics, showcasing Roman and Byzantine heritage, ideal for a serene cultural getaway.
Basilica of Sant’Apollinare in Classe, Ravenna
Discover stunning 6th-century mosaics and serene early Christian architecture in a contemplative setting just outside Ravenna.
Urbino
Nestled in scenic hills, this town offers Renaissance charm with the Palazzo Ducale, art by masters, and significant frescoes in a culturally rich setting.
Ferrara
A walled city with broad streets, featuring the majestic Castello, Palazzo dei Diamanti, a stunning cathedral, and frescoes of a refined court.