July Events to Watch Out for in Italy: Top 10 Attractions Not to Miss This Month
Discover Italy's July Galore! 🇮🇹
Italy's not just pasta and pizza, it's a country bursting with culture, history, and scenic beauty. Here's what you can look forward to this July:
🏇 Horse Racing: Palio di Siena
Jumpstart your Italian adventure with the world-renowned Palio di Siena on July 2nd! This centuries-old horse race takes place in Siena's Piazza del Campo, where 10 of the city's historic districts go head-to-head. Witness the thrill as the knights gallop around the racetrack for the ultimate victory!
🎶 Music & Opera Festivals
Music lovers, mark your calendars! From July 11th to 20th, experience Europe's leading jazz festival at the Umbria Jazz Festival in Perugia. Big names like Herbie Hancock, Mitch Woods, Mark Turner, and Isaiah Collier are set to serenade you with their tunes.
If opera is your thing, the Puccini Festival in Torre del Lago, Tuscany, from July 18th to September 6th, offers a plethora of classics like La Boheme, Tosca, Turandot, and Madama Butterfly.
- After the excitement of Palio di Siena, consider a visit to Rome, where you can immerse yourself in the Italian lifestyle and savor authentic Italian cuisine.
- For those longing for a romantic escape, Venice in July offers enchanting gondola rides and stunning views of the famed Italian city.
- If you're exploring Sicily this July, be aware of the possible strikes that might affect travel plans.
- To complete your Italian journey, don't forget to catch an Italian opera performance, perhaps at the Puccini Festival in Tuscany.
