https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Italy in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Italy's famous seasonal food fairs, a staple of the autumn season, can be variable in quality – but that might just be part of the attraction. https://www.thelocal.it/20261021/sagra-the-enduring-appeal-of-italys-harvest-festivals Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:08:07 +0200 sagra-the-enduring-appeal-of-italys-harvest-festivals From historic fairs in Tuscany to wooden chalets in the Alps, here are a few of the best Christmas markets to visit in Italy this holiday season. https://www.thelocal.it/20261106/the-best-christmas-markets-in-italy-in-2026 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:38:37 +0100 the-best-christmas-markets-in-italy-in-2026 Harvest season may be coming to an end, but Italy's food festivals are still going strong. Here are some of the best to stop by in November. https://www.thelocal.it/20261020/sagra-the-best-italian-food-festivals-to-visit-in-november-2026 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:14:13 +0200 sagra-the-best-italian-food-festivals-to-visit-in-november-2026 From film festivals to a chocolate fair in Perugia and the first Christmas markets of the season in South Tyrol, there are plenty of things to do in Italy this November. https://www.thelocal.it/20261030/whats-on-in-italy-16-events-not-to-miss-this-november Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:13:24 +0100 whats-on-in-italy-16-events-not-to-miss-this-november If you’re a Halloween fan looking for some thrills while in Rome, these are some of the creepiest spots that you may or may not have heard of. Visit if you dare. https://www.thelocal.it/20251024/crypts-and-castles-the-spookiest-places-to-visit-in-rome-at-halloween Fri, 24 Oct 2025 18:27:01 +0200 crypts-and-castles-the-spookiest-places-to-visit-in-rome-at-halloween This autumn's journeys aboard vintage trains can transport you to truffle fairs and natural parks in Piedmont, Abruzzo, Lazio and beyond. https://www.thelocal.it/20261016/historic-train-trips-to-take-in-italy-this-autumn Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:16:41 +0200 historic-train-trips-to-take-in-italy-this-autumn From Salvador Dalí to Artemisia Gentileschi, Italy’s museums and galleries are preparing a packed programme of exhibitions for the months ahead. https://www.thelocal.it/20260911/12-exhibitions-to-look-forward-to-in-italy-this-autumn-and-winter Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:27:50 +0200 12-exhibitions-to-look-forward-to-in-italy-this-autumn-and-winter If you're in Italy in October, you won't want to miss the many local food fairs held around the country. Here are some of the best to visit over the coming month. https://www.thelocal.it/20260922/sagra-the-best-italian-food-festivals-to-visit-in-october-2026 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:54:18 +0200 sagra-the-best-italian-food-festivals-to-visit-in-october-2026 From a pistachio festival in Catania to a new contemporary art week in Turin, there are plenty of things to do in Italy this month. https://www.thelocal.it/20260930/whats-on-in-italy-16-events-not-to-miss-this-october Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:31:10 +0200 whats-on-in-italy-16-events-not-to-miss-this-october Want to see the Colosseum or Michelangelo’s David for free? You can on one date every month. https://www.thelocal.it/20220805/what-you-need-to-know-about-italys-free-museum-sundays Fri, 05 Aug 2022 15:42:53 +0200 what-you-need-to-know-about-italys-free-museum-sundays From a colorful paper lantern parade through Florence to an internationally attended literature fest in Mantua, there are plenty of things to do in Italy this month. https://www.thelocal.it/20260827/whats-on-in-italy-19-events-not-to-miss-this-september Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:37:31 +0200 whats-on-in-italy-19-events-not-to-miss-this-september Everyone loves a good rooftop bar - and Rome has a selection to suit all tastes. https://www.thelocal.it/20240823/five-of-the-best-rooftop-bars-to-visit-in-rome Fri, 23 Aug 2024 16:40:12 +0200 five-of-the-best-rooftop-bars-to-visit-in-rome The city slows down in August but doesn’t stop: From free film screenings to concerts in parks, there's plenty to enjoy while Rome empties out for the summer. https://www.thelocal.it/20260729/staying-in-rome-this-august-heres-what-to-do-and-see Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:42 +0200 staying-in-rome-this-august-heres-what-to-do-and-see Everything you need to know about public swimming pools in Italy, from pricing and hygiene rules to where to find the best spots. https://www.thelocal.it/20260527/public-swimming-pools-in-italy-where-and-how-to-cool-off Wed, 27 May 2026 17:28:41 +0200 public-swimming-pools-in-italy-where-and-how-to-cool-off Sardinia's beaches regularly appear in viral 'must-visit' rankings. But with heavy tourist pressure driving councils to bring in restrictions, not everyone can experience these spots. https://www.thelocal.it/20260703/like-winning-the-lottery-italys-top-ranked-beaches-are-among-the-most-tightly-controlled Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:11:56 +0200 like-winning-the-lottery-italys-top-ranked-beaches-are-among-the-most-tightly-controlled From this week, the season for outdoor cinema screenings in Italy gets into full swing. https://www.thelocal.it/20260529/where-to-watch-outdoor-cinema-in-italy-this-summer Fri, 29 May 2026 17:19:23 +0200 where-to-watch-outdoor-cinema-in-italy-this-summer The list of Italy's high quality beaches has grown again this year. Here are the Italian regions where you can find the beaches that meet the highest global standards. https://www.thelocal.it/20260520/map-where-are-italys-38-new-blue-flag-beaches Wed, 20 May 2026 13:31:54 +0200 map-where-are-italys-38-new-blue-flag-beaches As of early May 2026, the historic Alta Via delle Cinque Terre (high trail) is once again welcoming intrepid hikers after undergoing renovations. https://www.thelocal.it/20260514/cinque-terre-unveils-renovated-trail-for-less-crowded-hiking Thu, 14 May 2026 18:07:58 +0200 cinque-terre-unveils-renovated-trail-for-less-crowded-hiking Summer is around the corner, and that means Italian regions are announcing their summer beach seasons. From Liguria to Sicily, here's when you can start taking a dip in Italy's waters. https://www.thelocal.it/20260504/calendar-when-beaches-open-in-each-italian-region-in-2026 Mon, 04 May 2026 19:11:59 +0200 calendar-when-beaches-open-in-each-italian-region-in-2026 Dozens of museums and archaeological sites across Italy will waive their entry fees on Saturday April 25th for the Festa della Liberazione public holiday. https://www.thelocal.it/20260424/how-you-can-visit-italian-museums-for-free-on-liberation-day Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:09:00 +0200 how-you-can-visit-italian-museums-for-free-on-liberation-day