From the ancient viaducts to the Venetian canals, water is woven into the past and present of Italy. The early Romans took to the seas over 2,300 years ago, assembling a mighty fleet to traverse the seas and expand their empire. That same seafaring legacy inspired centuries of oceanic exploration and shaped the world as we know it.
Today, the Italian peninsula boasts over 4,700 miles of breathtaking coastline surrounded by the magnificent Mediterranean Sea, making it a paradise for bathers and beachgoers. And while the land itself looks to be dipping its toes into the water, visitors should dive in with both feet and explore the “boot” by boat.