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Italy in 2025 continues to enchant visitors with its unparalleled art, architecture, cuisine, and la dolce vita lifestyle. From the canals of Venice to the ruins of Rome, the Renaissance treasures of Florence to the dramatic Amalfi Coast, Italy offers experiences that have captivated travelers for centuries.

Travel Essentials
Schengen visa rules apply - most Western nationalities get 90 days visa-free. The Euro (EUR) is the currency. Cards are widely accepted but small establishments may prefer cash. Coperto (cover charge) of 1-4 EUR in restaurants is normal and legal.

Getting Around
High-sp...

Cities and Resorts

Bologna
4°
Italy

Bologna

Lecce
2°
Italy

Lecce

Perugia
4°
Italy

Perugia

Florence
5°
Italy

Florence

6places
Italy

Florence

6places

Attractions

Piazzale MichelangeloFlorence Cathedral (Duomo)Galleria dell'AccademiaPonte Vecchio+2
Messina
9°
Italy

Messina

Trieste
5°
Italy

Trieste

Milan
3°
Italy

Milan

Palermo
6°
Italy

Palermo

Syracuse
3°
Italy

Syracuse

Naples
7°
Italy

Naples

Padua
1°
Italy

Padua

Bari
7°
Italy

Bari

Brescia
3°
Italy

Brescia

Modena
1°
Italy

Modena

Siena
5°
Italy

Siena

Verona
-1°
Italy

Verona

Matera
2°
Italy

Matera

Pisa
8°
Italy

Pisa

Taormina
5°
Italy

Taormina

Rome
4°
Italy

Rome

8places
Italy

Rome

8places

Attractions

Spanish StepsPantheonTrevi FountainCastel Sant'Angelo+4
Genoa
13°
Italy

Genoa

Parma
1°
Italy

Parma

Ravenna
1°
Italy

Ravenna

Catania
6°
Italy

Catania

Turin
2°
Italy

Turin

Bergamo
5°
Italy

Bergamo

Venice
2°
Italy

Venice

6places
Italy

Venice

6places

Attractions

Rialto BridgeSt. Mark's BasilicaMurano IslandDoge's Palace+2

What to See

Piazzale Michelangelo
viewpoint

Piazzale Michelangelo

Italy

Florence Cathedral (Duomo)
Religious

Florence Cathedral (Duomo)

Italy

Rialto Bridge
Architecture

Rialto Bridge

Italy

Spanish Steps
Architecture

Spanish Steps

Italy

Pantheon
Religious

Pantheon

Italy

Trevi Fountain
Architecture

Trevi Fountain

Italy

Castel Sant'Angelo
History

Castel Sant'Angelo

Italy

Piazza Navona
Architecture

Piazza Navona

Italy

St. Mark's Basilica
Religious

St. Mark's Basilica

Italy

Murano Island
History

Murano Island

Italy

Doge's Palace
Museum

Doge's Palace

Italy

Burano Island
History

Burano Island

Italy

Roman Forum
History

Roman Forum

Italy

Galleria dell'Accademia
Museum

Galleria dell'Accademia

Italy

Ponte Vecchio
Architecture

Ponte Vecchio

Italy

Uffizi Gallery
Museum

Uffizi Gallery

Italy

Palazzo Pitti
Museum

Palazzo Pitti

Italy

Colosseum
History

Colosseum

Italy

Gallerie dell'Accademia
Museum

Gallerie dell'Accademia

Italy

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faq.subtitle Italy

Schengen rules apply. EU citizens visa-free. Many nationalities get 90 days visa-free. Others need Schengen visa.

Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) are ideal. Summer is crowded and hot. Winter good for skiing and fewer tourists.

Cover charge (1-4 EUR) for table, bread, and service. Its normal and legal (except in Lazio/Rome where its banned).

High-speed Trenitalia and Italo connect major cities. Book online for best prices. Validate tickets before boarding at yellow machines.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Italy

Validate train tickets before boarding at yellow machines on platforms. Fine for unvalidated tickets is steep.

Coperto (cover charge) on restaurant bills is normal, not a scam. It covers bread and table service.

Many museums are closed on Mondays. Churches often close 12-3pm for lunch. Plan visits accordingly.

Coffee culture: espresso at bar is cheaper than sitting. Dont order cappuccino after 11am - locals never do.

Connectivity & Internet

Average Speed60 Mbps
4G Coverageexcellent nationwide

Tourist SIM from TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, Iliad costs 10-20 EUR for 50-100GB valid 30 days. Available at airports, train stations, and operator stores. ID/passport required. eSIM from Airalo. 4G excellent, 5G in major cities. EU roaming included for EU SIMs.

Electricity
Voltage:230VV
Frequency:50HzHz
⚡
C
F
L

European plugs type C, F and Italian L. Voltage 230V. US and UK travelers need adapter. Type L has 3 round pins in a row (Italian specific). Most hotels have multi-type sockets

Useful Apps

FreeNow

Taxi booking app working across Italy. Fixed prices, official licensed taxis only.

Trenitalia

Official Italian railways app. Book trains, check schedules, mobile tickets. Essential for travel.

Italo

High-speed train alternative to Trenitalia. Often cheaper, modern trains.

Glovo

Food and grocery delivery. Works in major cities. English interface.

Local Transport

Operators: FlixBus, Marino, Itabus, BusItalia
Booking: flixbus.it, omio.com, busitalia.it
Popular Routes
Milan-Venice4-5h
EUR 10-24
Rome-Florence3.5-4h
EUR 9-21

Italy's high-speed trains are excellent—Rome to Florence in 1.5h. Trenitalia and Italo compete—book early for €29-40 tickets. Trains faster and more convenient than flying for most routes. FlixBus offers budget alternative (€10-25) but takes 3-4x longer. Flights only worth it for Sicily/Sardinia. Book trains 2-3 months ahead for best prices. Italy Card available for unlimited travel.

Health

Tap Water✓ Safe
InsuranceRecommended
Recommended coverage: $50,000
Should include: medical evacuation, repatriation
Recommended Vaccinations
Hepatitis AHepatitis BTetanus boosterMMRSeasonal flu

No mandatory vaccinations. Keep routine vaccinations up-to-date (MMR, tetanus). Tap water is safe. Mosquito protection recommended in summer (West Nile virus). Travel insurance mandatory for Schengen visa applicants, recommended for others. Excellent healthcare system.

Emergency Services

Universal
112
Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115

Universal European emergency number 112 connects to all services and Carabinieri (military police). State Police 113, Fire 115, Ambulance 118. 112 operators speak English. Calls free from any phone including without SIM. 911 redirects to 112.

Local Cuisine

Pizza
$

Pizza

Neapolitan pizza with thin crust and fresh toppings

Pasta Carbonara
$$

Pasta Carbonara

Pasta with egg, pecorino cheese, guanciale and black pepper

Gelato
🌱$

Gelato

Italian ice cream with intense flavors

Tiramisu
🌱$

Tiramisu

Coffee-flavored layered dessert with mascarpone

Risotto
$$

Risotto

Creamy rice dish, specialty of Northern Italy

Tipping

Not expected
Local term: Mancia
Restaurants
Not expected, coperto is not tip
Taxi
Round up fare
Hotels
Porter1-2 EUR per bag
Housekeeping1-2 EUR per day
Concierge5 EUR for special service
Tours
Guide (per day)5-10 EUR per person
Driver (per day)2-5 EUR per person

Tipping (mancia) is not expected in Italy. 'Coperto' or 'servizio' on bill is a cover charge (bread, table), NOT a tip. Rounding up is appreciated.