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Italy is one of the best countries to go on a foreign tour of, with all the choices of art, culture, architecture, opera, fashion, and film to choose from, you’ll have an amazing experience here. You can even have a team retreat in places like Florence, Milan, Naples, Palermo, Rome, Turin, Tuscany, and Sicily.
There are so many historical landmarks in Italy such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Spanish Steps, and the Tower of Pisa. You can also visit museums like the Roman Forum and Uffizi Galleries or even the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
Aside from all this amazing history, Italy also has some amazing team-building activities like scavenger hunts or horseback riding you and your team can enjoy together and build lasting bonds.
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We've put together this list of team-building activities in
Italy
to help you get the most out of your visit.
Rome’s retreat agenda moves from rooftop aperitivos in Trastevere and pasta-making competitions near Campo de’ Fiori to vineyard experiences in the Castelli Romani hills before closing with dinners beside the Colosseum.
Surf Office was amazing to work with - from the initial introductory call to the final day of our corporate retreat! They are well-organised, transparent, super reliable and the communication throughout the planning and execution phase was prompt and clear. We are looking forward to working with them for future company retreats.
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Elke and Álvaro to plan our onsite, and I genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, they were incredibly friendly, responsive, and genuinely enthusiastic about helping us create a great event. Elke was so thoughtful and organized, always making sure every little detail was covered and keeping everything running smoothly. She brought such a positive energy to the process — she was super approachable and made collaboration easy and fun. Throughout the entire planning period, they both went above and beyond to support us. I really appreciated how proactive they were in anticipating our needs, and how enjoyable every interaction was. It truly felt like working with partners who cared as much about the success of our onsite as we did. Thank you, Elke and Álvaro, for being such a joy to work with! I’d happily work with you both again any time.
It's our second year working with Surf Office for our company offsite (30 pax first year, and 42 pax second year), and we're super happy! This year our offsite was a huge success, with direct impact on our employees' satisfaction, company culture, and alignment with our mission. The week they put together for us was perfect on all fronts: venue selection, logistics, activities, last-minute changes - everything was super well executed. Couldn't recommend them more! And... I know whom we're working with next year!
Working with Surf Office was a great experience from start to finish. Communication was smooth, the planning was thoughtful, and the platform made coordination easy. We really appreciated the well-curated suggestions for locations, activities, and restaurants – everything felt carefully considered. Beyond that, the setup created a great team atmosphere, making it easy to connect and enjoy our time together. We would definitely recommend Surf Office to any team looking for a well-organized and inspiring retreat.
Danielle, Giselle and the SurfOffice team were extremely cooperative, understanding and flexible to support my team’s 80-person offsite in Belgrade, Serbia. From being patient with our company’s lengthy vendor due diligence and procurement process, to responding swiftly when an attendee misplaced her passport - everything went really smoothly. Working with them took a huge load off our shoulders and their relationships with hotels/activities/venues also helped us secure good deals. Would definitely recommend their services to any company who’s looking to plan for an enjoyable team offsite.
We recently organized our company offsite with SurfOffice, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning: The location selection and contract negotiations with Giselle, to the actual planning and execution of the offsite together with Elke, everything was handled exceptionally well. Working with Elke was truly outstanding. She was incredibly proactive, always thinking several steps ahead, and responded extremely quickly to every question or change. She managed to get fast answers from all providers: from transport companies to hotels and local activity partners- and did so with a consistently friendly and professional attitude. Thanks to her dedication, we had little organizational workload on our side, and we always felt fully supported. The offsite turned out to be an amazing experience for our whole team, and we’re certain we couldn’t have organized something like this on our own. SurfOffice played a huge role in making our offsite in Kemer such a success, and we can wholeheartedly recommend them to any company planning an offsite for a larger group.
Sara was fantastic in organising our company trip to Istanbul - she was quick to reply, offered great solutions to issues, and made the trip itself seamless and enjoyable. Already looking forward to the next one!
Expertise and competence in service. Friendly, helpful, and respectful communication. Comfortable, welcoming, and inspiring surroundings.
This was our second year working with Surf to plan our annual company retreat, and once again, they smashed it. We had a beautiful, restorative and fun retreat just outside of Barcelona that the whole team loved. It was so lovely to have the team's support in planning such a complex event, and they did a great job at helping us stay within budget. Great experience overall.
Italy works especially well for teams that want a mix of culture, food, scenery, and memorable social experiences. From lakeside retreats in the north to coastal escapes in the south, companies can organize productive offsites while giving teams a setting that feels genuinely rewarding outside work sessions.
The best region depends on the type of retreat you want. Tuscany is popular for countryside experiences and wine tastings, Lake Como for premium retreats, Sicily and Puglia for beach-focused offsites, and cities like Milan, Florence, or Rome for teams wanting strong flight connections and urban activities.
Italy is well connected through major airports including Rome Fiumicino (FCO), Milan Malpensa (MXP), Venice Marco Polo (VCE), and Naples International Airport (NAP). Most European teams can reach Italy with direct flights, while international connections from the US and Middle East are widely available.
May, June, September, and early October are usually the best months for an Italy retreat. Temperatures are pleasant, tourist crowds are more manageable, and outdoor dinners or activities are easier to organize than during peak summer heat in July and August.
Most teams plan a 3 to 5 day retreat in Italy. In our experience hosting international groups, adding at least one extra day works well because travel times between regions can be longer than expected, especially if the retreat includes countryside or coastal destinations.
Italy offers a wide variety of team activities depending on the region:
Milan is practical for international access and business-focused retreats, Florence works well for culture and walkability, Rome combines history with nightlife, and Bologna is increasingly popular for food-centered company retreats thanks to its central location and relaxed atmosphere.
Italy can fit different budgets depending on the region and season. Milan, Lake Como, and the Amalfi Coast tend to be premium destinations, while areas like Puglia, Sicily, or Bologna often provide better value for accommodation, dining, and group activities.
Teams should plan carefully around seasonal tourism, especially during summer and major holidays. Transport between cities can also take longer than expected, so choosing one main base location usually creates a smoother experience for the group.
For beach-focused retreats, Sicily, Sardinia, Puglia, and the Amalfi Coast are among the most popular choices. These areas combine coastal scenery with activities like boat excursions, seaside dinners, kayaking, and relaxed outdoor team building.
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