Hotels in Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

Friuli Venezia Giulia sits in northeastern Italy, where the Alps meet the Adriatic Sea. Its climate brings warm, sunny summers perfect for hiking in the Dolomiti Friulane mountains or sunbathing on Lignano Sabbiadoro's sandy beaches, while chilly winters with temperatures around 30°F (-1°C) in the inland hills invite you to ski at Tarvisio or explore the Roman ruins of Aquileia without the crowds. The region is famous for crisp white wines like Friulano and prosciutto from San Daniele; in Trieste, you can sip coffee at historic cafes like Caffè San Marco, or visit the 19th-century Miramare Castle perched on the coast-a quick drive from the Slovenian border for a taste of Balkan flavors.