"Italy is gorgeous in September. Famous places are not as crowded as in the summer, the weather is warm but not too hot and people working in the tourism industry in Italy are in a good mood because they are not "overloaded" with work. The end of September to October and November is also the time when hotel and flight prices are greatly reduced" - shared Fulvio De Bonis, founder of Imago Artis Travel, a company specializing in organizing tours to Italy.
Let's take a look at the most beautiful cities in Italy this fall, according to CNN.
Milan
Fall is the best time to visit Italy if you are into fashion. The locals are quiet from June to August, but come September they come back with new fashions and a new energy that is spread throughout the city when Milan Fashion Week kicks off.
Take a stroll down the Quadrilatero della moda, the famous high-end fashion area in the centre of Milan, to see the latest designs. If you're there during Fashion Week, some central locations, such as Piazza San Babila, will be showing the fashion shows live on large screens.
For food enthusiasts, Langosteria and The Fisher restaurants, Dabass cocktail shop, Doping club or Mandarin's Bar & Bistrot restaurant are must-visit places.
If you want to admire works of art, you can visit the Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci, which houses an impressive collection of scientific instruments and models explaining Leonardo da Vinci's drawings dating from 1952 to 1956. The Pinacoteca Di Brera, which houses masterpieces by Raphael and Caravaggio, is also a good place to visit.
Sicily
A trip to Sicily in the summer is not a great idea because of the hot weather there. In the fall, you can really walk around and enjoy all the beauty of this city.
You can soak in the warm waters of Rocce Forte Verdura beach in the south, near the small coastal town of Sciacca, or visit Greek temples dating back to the 8th or 7th century BC all over Sicily: the Temple of Apollo in Syracuse, the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento (a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where Dolce & Gabbana held their Alta Moda show last summer)…
Sicily is also home to some of the best food and produce in Italy. Throughout its history, it has been ruled by Arabs, Spaniards, etc., so its cuisine is a blend of many different cultures.
And no trip to Sicily would be complete without a trip to Mount Etna, an active volcano south of the city. You can hike or take a helicopter tour. Finish your trip at some of the world’s most famous wineries around the volcano and enjoy a picnic with the family.
Rome
The Italian capital Rome is a world-famous tourist destination with a long history, impressive cuisine and hospitality. And autumn is the perfect time to travel to Rome. In autumn, the weather, temperature and scenery are all wonderful.
Rome's famous sites like the Colosseum and the Pantheon are unforgettable experiences any time of year, but autumn makes them even more beautiful as the trees in the city's parks are in full bloom.
Head to Villa Borghese Park, with its English-style gardens dotted with fountains, statues and ponds, or Villa Doria Pamphili, the city’s largest public park. A picnic of bread, food and wine with friends here will provide a relaxing and peaceful moment.
Art fans can visit the small, anonymous chapels to admire masterpieces by Caravaggio and other world-famous Italian painters.
When night falls, you can take in breathtaking views of the city from the rooftop bar of Hotel de La Ville or the prestigious Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant - La Terrazza - of the Eden Hotel.
Puglia
With its picturesque white towns, steep cliffs facing turquoise beaches and hospitable people, Puglia is one of Italy's most popular destinations.
As with any destination, gastronomy is a must-see in Puglia. You can sample local delicacies in traditional country houses, take mozzarella and burrata making classes or learn to make the ubiquitous classic orecchiette.
Fishing is also a popular activity here. You can relax and enjoy the beautiful sea views while waiting for tuna and mackerel to bite. Once you have caught your fish, have them fried to a crisp with Puglia’s famous olive oil and sea salt by the chef at the hotel or on the boat.
Amalfi Coast and Capri
The Amalfi Coast is known as "heaven on earth" with its idyllic scenery of hilly roads hugging turquoise seas, craggy cliffs and terraced lemon groves.
The nearby island of Capri is known as the "honeymoon island" for its luxury shops, expensive restaurants and resorts, both of which are symbols of the famous Italian phrase La Dolca Vita (the beautiful life).
Coming here, you will feel the sophistication and purity in the outstanding landscape, beautiful sea water and delicious food. The cool temperature of autumn also makes outdoor activities more exciting.
Lemons are Amalfi’s signature crop, so a visit to a lemon farm is a must. The farmers will show you around the garden and you can try lemon cakes, candied lemons and the famous limoncello.
A fall hike is also a great idea. There are dozens of trails of varying difficulty levels to choose from, such as the 7km Path of the Gods, which offers panoramic views of coastal villages, or the highest point on the island, Monte Solaro in Anacapri.
