How does an Italian Day look like on a terrace?
Live an authentic Italian experience: pamper yourself with breath-taking views on one of our splendid terraces in dream destinations while living the Dolce Vita in all its facets. Start the day with a Cappuccino & Cornetto in Rome and finish it off with a typical Aperitivo in Milan.
Terrazza Danieli, Venice
Breakfast in Venice
Wake up and indulge in breakfast with this splendid view over the Venetian lagoon. Or join for a rich brunch every Sunday while lingering on this fantastic terrace.
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Club Del Doge, Venice
Breakfast in Venice
Today as ever, Cortina represents a dream holiday destination for any guest. A unique setting in the Italian Alps, that captures all the seasonal colours of the beautiful mountain village.
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Sesto on Arno Restaurant & Bar, Florence
Lunch in Florence
Discover your iconic rooftop lunch spot with an exceptional view over the Arno River and the Florentine hills in the heart of Florence.
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Kitchen Restaurant, Lake Como
Lunch in Florence
A fine dining lunch option awaits at Lake Como nestled in a beautiful green park. Indulge in rich flavors with a daily changing lunch option of the day and relax in this stunning green environment.
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Terrazza Gallia, Milan
Lunch in Milan
The perfect terrace for a lunch break during shopping or sightseeing to experience a journey in tradition and innovation and have splendid views.
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Winter Garden Restaurant, Florence
Lunch in Florence
A lovely Piazetta in the heart of Florence awaits as the perfect terrace for a light lunch in between sightseeing and exploring Florence.
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Restaurant & Café Doney, Rome
Lunch in Rome
In the heart of the eternal city, this terrace awaits you on the popular Via Veneto for a light lunch and to observe the happenings on Rome’s streets.
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The Gazebo, Cortina D'ampezzo
Lunch in Cortina
Indulge in panoramic dining with stunning views over the Dolomite mountains at The Gazebo. A unique lunch experience awaits immersed in pure nature and fresh mountain air.
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Aqvi Pool Deck, Rome
Lunch in Rome
For a particularly relaxing lunch with a refreshing dip into the swimming pool this pool terrace is the place to be.
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Restaurant Kincho, Lake Como
Lunch in Lake Como
With this green terrace you found your spot to live a relaxing garden experience while enjoying a light summer lunch at Lake Como.
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The Gritti Terrace, Venice
Lunch in Venice
Observe the traditional Venetian gondolas passing by while enjoying an exquisite lunch or snacks and refreshing drinks on this exclusive terrace in the middle of Venice.
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Merenda in Rome
A refreshing gelato break with Grom Gelato! Traditional artisanal ice-cream made of only high quality ingredients in the heart of Rome to sit in the shade of century old trees on this beautiful city terrace enjoying the Roman dolce vita.
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Terrazza Gallia, Milan
Merenda in Milan
Tired from shopping? Enjoy a sophisticated break over Milan’s historic monuments on this rooftop terrace to try extraordinary creations from the pastry chef.
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Terrazza Gritti, Venice
MERENDA IN Venice
Have a sweet break on a Grand Canal terrace in the middle of Venice to tank energy after sight seeing and enjoy the sunshine.
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Merenda in Rome
A refreshing break with freshly squeezed juices, cookies and more in between refreshing dips into the Aqvi swimming pool. A great terrace to enjoy your afternoon between shopping and chasing Rome’s history.
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H Club at Diana Garden Lounge, Milan
MERENDA IN Milan
An urban and elegant terrace, perfect for your afternoon break in between shopping and sight seeing. Regain energy in this green oasis with a fresh drink or a little snack.
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H Club at Diana Garden Lounge, Milan
Aperitivo in Milan
A green oasis in the middle of a bustling city, which claims to have invented the famous Milanese Aperitivo. Discover this unique terrace and taste the rich buffet and delicious drinks with fresh ingredients sitting outside below century old trees.
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Sesto On Arno Bar, Florence
Aperitivo in Florence
An aperitivo over the roofs of Florence with a view over the whole city and the Florentine hills, to observe the sunset and all the lights being switched on. A magical atmosphere on this unique rooftop terrace.
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Aperitivo in Venice
An elegant unique shore-side terrace where connoisseurs gather for the quintessential Riva experience and to taste indigenous cocktail creations.
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Café Doney, Rome
Aperitivo in Rome
A refreshing aperitivo with delicious bite-size appetizers on a bustling terrace in the heart of Rome to observe the Dolce Vita at its best.
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Kincho Bar, Lake Como
Aperitivo in Lake Como
The perfect place to relax after a busy day of sightseeing. Bar Kincho awaits its guests by the poolside in the green park of Sheraton Lake Como with comfortable sofas, delicious drinks and mouth-watering dishes from pizza to grilled meat. And every Thursday a live dj set and happy hour awaits from 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
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Aperitivo in Milan
A sophisticated environment on this rooftop terrace with exclusive drinks prepared by a team of mixologists make your stay unforgettable.
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Terrazza Danieli, Venice
Dinner in Venice
A memorable dining experience with breathtaking views of Venice and the perfect opportunity to taste indigenous delicacies on this picturesque terrace.
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Club Del Doge, Venice
Dinner in Venice
Enjoy a romantic dinner with candlelight in this stunning terrace directly on the Grand Canal and experience Venetian culinary traditions.
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Dinner in Lake Como
An elegant wooden gazebo terrace next to the pool, immersed in the lush greenery of the private hotel park, offers a delicious Italian grill menu just perfect for balmy summer evenings.
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Restaurant Rinascimento, Roma
Dinner in Rome
Immersed in nature, this special terrace offers you a colorful culinary delight in the eternal city for romantic evenings.
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Find out more about the Italian habits regarding their meal periods and the do’s and dont’s when visiting Italy.
Quick Italian Breakfast
Traditional breakfast in Italy is a quick process – a Cappuccino or Caffè (also called Espresso) with a Cornetto or Brioche (the Italian version of a Croissant) either plain or filled with different jams, chocolate or custard. This often happens at one of the many little bars on the way to work standing up at the counter – in many places the coffee is cheaper as when one sits down.
Extensive Lunch Breaks
Lunch in Italy is a very important meal period, traditionally it was the most important meal of the day and still is in some areas of Italy, mostly on the countryside. On Sundays lunches can be long and very rich with several courses, containing a starter (antipasto), a primo piatto (in form of pasta or risotto), a secondo (with meat or fish served with vegetables or salad) and a dessert, often fresh fruit.
Mid-Afternoon Snacks
In Italy, the afternoon break is a so-called riposo and comparable to the Spanish siesta. It is a break in the afternoon after a big lunch to unplug, have a coffee or a gelato, and then go back to work with a recharged body and mind. Refresh yourself at the Gritti Terrace on the Grand Canal or have a coffee at the Sesto on Arno Bar with the perfect view over Florence.
Typical Italian Aperitivo
When talking about Aperitivo, Italians do not mean Happy Hour in the traditional sense. Aperitivo is not a discount, often beverages are sold even with a surcharge to compensate for the snacks or buffet. The food provided in some cases replace dinner, as buffets can be extensive.
Late Dinner Time
Dinner normally is lighter than lunch in Italy, however can also be very extensive with five courses on a weekend evening. Even though restaurants already open at 7pm, Italians start their meal commonly not before 8pm, in the south of Italy it can get quite late, around 10pm.
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Sheraton Parco De' Medici Rome
Surrounded by a 27-hole golf course, this country-style hotel is near the new Trade Fair and only a short ride to Rome and the airport.
Sheraton Lake Como Hotel
Discover Lake Como’s captivating beauty in an idyllic setting for working or relaxing amid a private park, a pool, and three restaurants.
The Westin Palace, Milan
Our downtown location is convenient to the city’s famous shopping and monuments. This historic luxury hotel is an elegant and sophisticated meeting point for business and leisure travellers alike.