Italy Region Interactive Map

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Interactive Map of Italy's 20 Regions

Italy has 20 regions. Each Italy region is almost its own world with each Italy region having its own wine, pasta, customs and language dialects. Each trip to Italy should begin with looking at what Italy regions you want to visit. Many of Italy’s regions are famous for specific things like wine, cheese, meats, history and events. Some of the more popular Italy regions are Tuscany which is famous for wine and the capital city of Florence, Umbria is another popular Italy region that is known for towns like Cortona which was featured in the major motion picture “Under the Tuscan Sun.” The capital of Italy; Rome is located in the Italy region of Lazio. Venice the city of bridges is in the Italy region of Veneto. You can use the interactive Italy region map below to find out more about the cities, cultures and foods of each of Italy’s 20 regions.

Italy Region Map OverviewEnjoy our interactive Italy region map!

AbruzzoAbruzzo, Italy boasts the largest area (30 percent of the Abruzzo region) of protected land with its many wildlife sanctuaries and preserved parks such as Parco Nationale d'Abruzzo which is perfect for hiking and horseback riding.

BasilicataThe Basilicata region, known as the "instep" of the Italy’s boot is bordered on two sides by the Ionian and Tyrrhenian Seas and is known as Italy’s poorest and up until recently forgotten region.

CalabriaCalabria Italy, the "toe" of Italy’s boot and bordered mostly by water, is the destination for beach goers looking for sandy beaches lined with cliffs (such as those in Tropea) untouched by the pollution that plagues the seaside in the North.

CampaniaCampania is the southern Italy region that contains some of the most famous Italian destinations such as Naples, Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast and Pompeii.

Emilia RomagnaWant to taste some of Italy’s best food? Head for the region of Emilia Romagna. After all, the city of Bologna has an unofficial reputation as the country’s culinary capital. Bologna is also home to Europe’s oldest university, dating back to the 11th century.

Friuli Venezia GiuliaThe small, yet culturally diverse region of Fruili-Venezia Giulia borders the countries of Austria, Slovenia and Croatia.

Lazio

Think Rome has the only ancient treasures in the region of Lazio? Think again. Outside the city, you will find the Baths of Caracalla, the Via Appia Antica, the ruins of Ostia Antica and the Catacombs.

LiguriaOn the edge of the Ligurian Sea, Liguria Italy is known for its breathtaking cliffs and mountains that line the seashore. Referred to as the Italian Riviera, this region is famous for its coastal towns that promise rest and relaxation.

LombardiaThe region of Italy called Lombardy is pronounced (lombar’di:a) in Italian and is the region that contains Italy’s capital; Milan. Lombardy is the richest and most populated region in the country with a fifth of the countries GDP produced there.

MarcheMarche Italy is similar to Tuscany and Umbria with its breathtaking landscape scattered with grapevines and olive trees but is far less visited by tourists.

MoliseMolise Italy is a small and undiscovered region where tradition, intricate craftsmanship, and hospitality are still points of pride for its inhabitants.

PiemonteYou will be hearing much more about the Piedmont region of Italy as Turin, the regional capital, was host to the 2006 Winter Olympics.

PugliaPuglia, the Italian name for this region, is usually referred to as Apulia in English. This long strip of land comprising the “heel” of Italy has a unique landscape devoid of mountains and covered by plains and hills.

SardegnaThe second largest island of Italy is most famous for its posh hotels and jetsetting visitors. The Costa Smeralda (Emerald Coast) is filled with celebrity visitors each summer.

Sicily

The region of Sicily is a literal roadmap for the history of Western Civilization. Through its ancient castles and deserted churches, travelers can uncover a world created and touched by the Romans and Greeks.

TrentinoTrentino-Alto Adige, a region in northeastern Italy, boasts The Dolomites, the mountains of the Alpine range far less developed than more famous areas. The Dolomites are perfect for skiers interested in exploring fresh terrain or even for those just interested in taking in breathtaking snow covered cliffs and mountains.

TuscanyThe Italian region of Tuscany continues to flourish from its era of astonishing accomplishment and creativity during the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries. During this period of humanism, the Renaissance was born, and individuals such as Dante, Petrarch, and Boccaccio became the creators of magnificent art.

UmbriaUmbria is Tuscany’s lesser known cousin. Yet, some think she’s the more beautiful of the two. This mountainous region in central Italy is home to olive groves as well as world-class cities.

Valle d' AostaHikers and skiers know Val d'Aosta well. This historic crossroads on the Italian-French-Swiss borders is home to luxury ski resorts and plentiful hiking trails. There are also about a hundred castles in this region, which is home to only about 115,000 residents.