Italy is peppered with villages from hilltop hamlets crowned by medieval castles to coastal resorts with fishing-boat-filled bays. The association ‘i borghi più belli d’Italia’ - the most beautiful villages in Italy - celebrates, promotes and preserves these tiny treasures.

As cities like Venice and Florence battle overtourism, venturing to these quiet, out-of-the-way attractions can be a responsible act as a visitor. Each year, more destinations are added to the list, which now numbers 371. Here are 2024’s new entries and why you should add them to your Italy itinerary.