When booking a trip to Italy, travelers tend only to visit about 1% of what this beautiful country has to offer. While Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan may take the top spots for most visited cities in Italy, there's a growing travel trend that offers a breath of fresh air when visiting popular destinations. Those looking to experience traditional eateries and ancient Roman ruins will love wandering through this lesser-known city in southern Italy that's full of unique sights and historic charm to tick off all your travel must-haves.
The city of Benevento is southern Italy's perfect "detour destination," where visitors can enjoy all the traditional customs and beauty that busier Italian cities offer while also avoiding the crowds. Enjoy traditional eateries and trattorias, have genuine interactions with locals, take in gorgeous scenery, and explore the historic core that gives Benevento its southern Italian charm.
