My favorite gem in Italy is just an hour from Venice. It's packed with stunning scenery and feels like stepping into a fairy tale.

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Colorful buildings and a covered bridge over a river in front of mountains.
I visited Bassano del Grappa, a less-visited city in Italy.

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Many rave about the gondola rides in Venice, but they paled in comparison to another water-based activity from our trip

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My family did a gondola ride in Venice, but preferred our rowing lesson.

Jamie Davis Smith

I love visiting the 'Venice of America' in Florida. The city is great — just be sure to adjust your expectations.

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Fort Lauderdale Water Taxis crossing on the Intracoastal waterway
Though Fort Lauderdale has been called "Venice of America," I wouldn't call it a dupe for the Italian city. Still, it's worth visiting.

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I thought Venice felt too overwhelming and crowded in the summer, so I visited in the winter and had a way better trip

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Christina and her husband pose in front of a canal in Venice that's lined with colorful buildings.
I visited Venice in the winter and had a great time.

Christina Khalil

I travel to Italy often to visit family. Escape the crowds in Venice and check out these 7 nearby gems instead.

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Chloe stands on a bridge over water with houses and mountains in the background.
Bassano del Grappa is one of my favorite places to visit in Italy.

Chloe Caldwell

Give Venice a break — this nearby Italian town has the canals and fairy-tale charm without the crowds

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Treponti Bridge

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I've visited 21 cities and villages in Italy. There are 4 places I can't wait to return to, and 2 I'd leave off my itinerary next time.

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The view of a seaside town with colorful buildings and tall cliffs from a hiking trail.
Cinque Terre is one of my favorite places to visit in Italy.

Alison Van Glad

I spent 6 days in Italy after dreaming of visiting my whole life. 6 surprises made it worth the wait.

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Boats parked in a canal between rows of buildings in Venice, Italy
Business Insider's reporter visited Venice, Rome, and Milan during her first trip to Italy.

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I flew from Florida to Italy for $260 using budget airlines. My first flight was cheap, but my experience felt anything but.

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I flew with budget carriers Norse Airlines and easyJet to fly from Florida to Italy for under $300.

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