Once you've lived in Italy for a bit or spent a lot of time visiting, you find yourself drawn away from the flashy hotspots of Capri or Cinque Terre.

Those places are beautiful and popular for a reason, to be sure, but in the summer months the crowds (not to mention the prices) make one crave a quieter, more local experience.

The Local is looking for suggestions from our knowledgeable readers on the under-the-radar spots and favourite destinations in Italy that you love to visit in the summer months.

Please take a moment to share your tips for a future article.

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