To skip the overrated tourist traps in Italy, get on a train and travel to the other major cities in the country besides Rome, Florence, and Venice. You can also rent a car to visit Italy's many picturesque small towns. One medieval village that provides a quaint day trip is Rasiglia in Umbria (which has all the vibes of Tuscany without the crowds).

Rasiglia makes an excellent additional destination if you're touring Umbria at large. The village is located less than 35 miles from Perugia, the capital of the region. Art and chocolate lovers should stop in the beautiful medieval city of Perugia, but don't forget to set aside a few hours to take a short drive down to Rasiglia, as well. Along the way, you'll find another famous tourist spot, Assisi, where Saint Francis was born.