ITALY TRAVEL GUIDE

Italy is a country where if you mix high-range mountains, green valleys, clear blue water and tasty food you can create a symphony

Start planning your trip to Italy with this comprehensive Italy travel guide! My list of must-see places and things to do in Italy will make exploring this fabulous country more effortless and fun.

From food and culture to amazing sights like the Eternal City of Rome to the romantic canals in Venice, get ready to experience it all. Discover Italy's most breathtaking attractions, and start planning your next vacation in Italy with all the help I have in my complete Italy Travel Guide.

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LET'S DISCOVER ITALY TOGETHER...

Italy is a country to visit at least once in a lifetime.

Milan is the city to go to if you are looking for fashion.

In Venice (my favorite place to visit in Italy), you will go back in time, feeling like you are living a romantic dream.

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There are many reasons why Italy is one of the most visited countries in the world, and I want to tell you all of them in my travel guide for Italy.

Italy comprises some of the most varied and scenic landscapes on the planet. A good reason for traveling around Italy.

From the rugged Alps to the calm lakes, from the full of arts and culture cities to the stunning coasts, Italy has everything you are looking for in a perfect vacation.

Are you in?

In Trieste (my hometown), you will be in the heart of the Mitteleurope with its mix of culture and delicious food.

Rome (like any other Italian city) will make you enjoy in Italian Cuisine, and South Italy will show you what hospitality means and convince you that there is no need to go to the other side of the planet to swim in crystal blue water.

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What is the best time to travel to Italy?

There are so many places to visit in Italy, each of them in different seasons. That is why you need to know when to go to Italy.

I will give you so much information on planning a vacation in Italy that you will learn when to go and where, how to travel in Italy without a car, how to get around Italy by train, what to do before traveling to Italy, and also how to travel in Italy on a budget.

WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT THE ITALIAN ALPS?

Let me give you some travel ideas for Italy.

Italy is a country to visit every month of the year.

If you like skiing, the famous mountain range Alps is full of snow from December till March. You will find luxurious spa resorts, wooden cabins immersed in nature, and the renowned apres-ski with its loud music and local drinks like the famous "Bombardino" (a hot drink made with 3/4 Italian egg liquor and 1/4 rum or brandy topped with whipped cream).

From June to September, the Italian alps are the perfect hiking spots with astonishing landscapes where you will find many thermal spas to relax after a full day of walking in its beautiful forests.

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WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT THE ITALIAN CITIES?

I have so many tips for travel to Italy, that you will plan a perfect travel around Italy.

About visiting Italian cities, it depends on which season and which weather you prefer to spend all day exploring a city.

A cheap way to travel in Italy is by avoiding it during the high season, that is around the holidays like Christmas and Easter, and during Summer.

If you wish to spend also some days on the beach, all the cities are well connected to the coast by a few hours top by train or car, so every city will be perfect to visit in Italy to combine culture and relax (just book your holiday from June to September to get the warmest weather).

WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT THE ITALIAN BEACHES?

Summertime is perfect if you want to plan a trip to Italy to visit the beautiful beaches, but if you travel on a budget, try to avoid July and August when prices are higher.

South Italy's seawater is pretty warm from June till October (some years, the weather is so good that people go for a swim till November, but only in deep south Italy, like Puglia, Calabria, Sicily, and Sardinia).

If you choose to travel to Italy to spend time at the beach, don't forget to look for places to visit in the area, Italy is full of beautiful seaside cities and marvelous little villages to spend some time exploring.

ITALY TRAVEL GUIDELINES

What is the currency in Italy?

The currency in Italy is Euro, and you won't be able to pay with other currencies.

What is the Language in Italy?

The primary language spoken is Italian.

Is Italy expensive?

On a budget, you can eat in a typical Trattoria far from the main streets; a pizza/pasta with a drink costs around 10/15 euros.

Which are the Plugs and Voltage in Italy?

The plugs in Italy are Type C, F, and L.

The standard voltage is 230 V, and the standard frequency is 50Hz.

I always advise having a universal adapter ; for hair tools, never forget a converter.

How to get around Italy?

The best way to travel around Italy is by renting a car. Also, an easy option is traveling around Italy by train. Click here to check prices and availability.

Is Italy a safe country?

Italy is a pretty safe country, but unfortunately, some cities have not-so-safe neighborhoods where neither locals would go. Do your research before your travel.

Takes care of your belonging in tourist areas because Pickpockets are everywhere there are tourists, and remember to never leave for a trip without good travel insurance.

I advise buying an anti-theft purse or an anti-theft backpack.

Is it easy to find Wifi in Italy?

It can be found everywhere, in most of the restaurants, bars, cafes, and hotels throughout Italy, and is most of the time pretty fast.

If you come from a European country, you will probably have free roaming with your sim contract; if you come from outside Europe, you should get a pay-as-you-go sim card.

What is the Time Zone in Italy?

Italy lies in the Central European Time Zone, which is 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +1).

Is it easy to move around Italy?

Exploring Italy is pretty easy, thanks to a very extended train line. Check out prices and time of departure on Trainline.

European Travel Alert!

If you are from the US and want to travel to European countries within the Schengen Area, you must fill out an ETIAS visa waiver form before your trip and pay the €7 ($7.25) fees. This easy-to-complete form should give you instant approval, but it's recommended that travelers plan and submit their forms a few weeks before their departure date.