Italy is an unparalleled destination for art lovers: from the works of Renaissance masters to the contemporary avant-garde, the country offers a one-of-a-kind cultural journey. Visiting the places where art was born and evolved is a rare and precious opportunity.

If you have a deep love for art, Italy will welcome you with a vast range of experiences ranging from the most famous museums in the world to small churches and hidden villages where the past still seems present, all accompanied by quality shopping in beautiful art galleries or small local craft shops. Here are the ten unmissable things to do in Italy if your passion is art.