Unmissable places to visit in 2023: Bolzano, Italy makes the top 10

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30 January 2023, 14:24

The travel website booking.com has compiled a list of places to visit in 2023, focusing on destinations not to be missed by keen travellers this year. Analysing the bookings made by users, the website has drawn up a series of destinations to suit all tastes and budgets, among which we can find the Italian destination of Bolzano, home to charming towns and impressive mountains.

The perfect holiday in 2023 according to Booking users

According to Booking's analysis, for the perfect holiday, users want to "go back to basics". For this reason, hidden huts and rural houses are once again gaining strength. Tourists want to "get out of their comfort zone" and want to go to places with completely different cultural experiences and languages and visit lesser-known cities.

The best place to visit in Italy in 2023

When it comes to the best place to visit in Italy in 2023 and the fifth best destination according to Booking, Bolzano is where tourists are heading. The province of Bolzano is located in the northern part of Italy and is one of the two provinces that make up the autonomous region of Trentino-Alto Adige, also known as South Tyrol. The province is known for its stunning alpine scenery, including the Dolomites mountain range, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, meaning that Bolzano province is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and climbing.

The province is also home to numerous picturesque towns and villages, such as the city of Bolzano, Merano, and Bressanone, while the area is also renowned for its wine production, particularly for its white and sparkling wines. Thanks to its location close to the border, Bolzano is home to a unique blend of Italian and German cultures, which can be seen in its architecture, customs, and traditions. The official language spoken in the province is actually German, but Italian is also widely spoken.