🇮🇹 Western Europe
Cities & towns in Italy
Where you land inside Italy matters more than the country itself. Browse the most popular cities for American expats, or take a 60-second quiz to surface the top 5 that fit your lifestyle.
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Answer 8 quick questions about pace, beaches, transit, and budget — we'll rank the top 5 cities.
Rome
Pop. ~2.8M
Sprawling, layered capital — historic, walkable, with chaotic infrastructure.
Walkability
8/10
Beach access
4/10
Expat community
8/10
Housing cost
6/10
Milan
Pop. ~1.4M
Italy's business and design capital — efficient, expensive, internationally connected.
Walkability
9/10
Beach access
2/10
Expat community
8/10
Housing cost
8/10
Florence
Pop. ~370,000
Renaissance jewel — small, walkable, with a steady American expat presence.
Walkability
9/10
Beach access
3/10
Expat community
8/10
Housing cost
6/10
Bologna
Pop. ~390,000
Foodie university city with arcaded streets and a strong quality of life.
Walkability
9/10
Beach access
2/10
Expat community
6/10
Housing cost
5/10
Lucca
Pop. ~89,000
Walled Tuscan town — flat, bike-friendly, and beloved by American expats.
Walkability
9/10
Beach access
5/10
Expat community
7/10
Housing cost
5/10