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Italy, home of the Eternal City, the Vatican, the birthplace of pizza, and infamous artists like Michelangelo.  <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you travel to Italy<\/strong>, around every corner you can find a smiling face, a margherita pizza, and strong Italian accents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

General Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Italy is #1 on our list of the 10 Best Countries to Visit in the World<\/a><\/u><\/strong>, and for good reason. Check out our guide for travel to Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2022 Population:<\/strong> Roughly 60.3 million<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Capital:<\/strong> Rome, also the capital of the Lazio region<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Location:<\/strong> Located in Europe along the Mediterranean Sea, this boot-shaped country shares borders with France, Switzerland, Lichtenstein, Austria, and Slovenia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Flag:<\/strong> Also known as il Tricolore, <\/em><\/strong>or The Tricolor, the flag has 3 even stripes: green, white, and red (left to right)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Timezone:<\/strong> CET (Central European Time)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Currency:<\/strong> Euro<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Official Language: <\/strong>Italian, but there are 12 historical minority languages: Albanian, Catalan, German, Greek, Slovene, Croatian, French, Franco-Proven\u00e7al, Friulian, Ladin, Occitan, and Sardinian.  Since many people speak English in Italy, especially in cities, you should be able to communicate just fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Climate: <\/strong>Highly diverse! In most of the inland northern and central regions, the climate ranges from humid subtropical to humid continental and oceanic. The coastal areas of Liguria, Tuscany, and most of the south resemble a Mediterranean climate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Religion:<\/strong> Italy has the world’s 5th largest Roman Catholic population, and the largest Catholic nation in Europe. However, Roman Catholicism is no longer the state religion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Visa Requirement: <\/strong>To find out if a visa is required for your country \u2014 and easily get yours if needed \u2014 check out iVisa.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Best time of year to visit:<\/strong> Spring & Fall, look out for crowds around Easter! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health & Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 As of May 2021, the CDC does not advise travel to Italy. If you are vaccinated, the recommendation is to continue to follow the protocols for safety. Europe may be allowing Americans to visit as early as summer 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Find information regarding COVID-19 and Italy here: https:\/\/it.usembassy.gov\/covid-19-information\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Follow the CDC guidelines<\/a> for current travel advisories, as well as the U.S. Embassy guidelines<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical Costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 When you\u2019re eating out in Italy, be prepared to spend some extra money depending on where you go. If you are in a super tourist-y spot, you may pay more, and it also depends on what you order. If you drink wine, that brings the bill up as well as any water ordered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Lunch can be roughly $15-$20 per person depending on what you get. Dinner at an inexpensive restaurant for one person will be $18-$20, while eating with other people and with drinks can cost roughly $70-$80. During the day, consider stopping by a grocery store and snacking on cheese, meats, and fruit or grab a sandwich from a local deli.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Remember, tipping at restaurants is different in Europe than it is in other parts of the world. When you travel to Italy you do not need to leave a tip, but always check your bill first if you are going to. Sometimes gratuity is included. A 10% tip is plenty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Eat in Italy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The food<\/a> in Italy is fresh and delicious. With every bite, you\u2019ll feel like you\u2019re a little more Italian, a little more part of the family, and well…a little more full. Remember when you\u2019re dining out, you have to ask for the check, the waiter or waitress will not bring it to you like many places in other countries do. Most restaurants open for dinner at 9 pm, this is prime dining time for most Italians. Pizzerias may open a little earlier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Pizza Margherita<\/strong> is pizza the way it was meant to be.  What we call in the West \u201cplain pizza\u201d or a \u201cplain pie\u201d is generally a \u201cpersonal\u201d margherita pizza with a thick crust. You won\u2019t see big pizza boxes and full size pizzas in Italy. Pizza is not shared, so do not order one thinking you will share! And do not order pineapple or chicken on your pizza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Lasagna<\/strong> is what we all know and love, layers of pasta with sauce and meat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Cacio e Pepe<\/strong> is a popular pasta dish featuring pasta and lots of pepper. Do not ask for parmesan cheese on your pasta, they will bring it if it\u2019s meant for the dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Gelato<\/strong> is the Italian version of ice cream. Creamy and delicious. Avoid places that use fake colors, go somewhere with all natural ingredients. You won\u2019t regret it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Carbonaro<\/strong> is a pasta dish made with egg, cheese, cured pork, and black pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Focaccia<\/strong> (and any other kind of bread), is bread, delicious Italian bread. Do not ask for olive oil to dip your bread in, use it as a way to mop up the sauce on your plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Affogato<\/strong> is  a coffee-based dessert, usually a scoop of fior di latte or vanilla gelato or ice cream topped with a shot of hot espresso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Amaretti<\/strong> are a type of amaretto, a bitter-sweet flavored macaron, traditional to Saronno, Italy. It is one of many types of traditional amaretti, but the only one made with apricot kernels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Bolognese<\/strong> is a meat-based sauce, typical in Bologna, Italy. It is normally added to tagliatelle and to lasagna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Bruschetta<\/strong> is an antipasto consisting of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and salt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 A cannoli <\/strong>is a pastry filled with a sweet, creamy filling that contains ricotta. In Italy, cannolis are commonly known as cannoli siciliani, because they are a staple of Sicilian cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Caprese<\/strong> is fresh mozzarella, sweet basil, and tomatoes, with a drizzle of balsamic, salt, or olive oil. It is usually found arranged on a plate. Did you notice the three ingredients are the colors of the Italian flag?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Gnocchi<\/strong> are a varied family of dumplings in Italian cuisine. They are delicious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Minestrone<\/strong> is a thick soup made with vegetables, and usually includes pasta or rice as well as other ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Tiramisu<\/strong> is a coffee-flavored dessert. It is made of ladyfingers dipped in coffee, layered with a whipped mixture that includes mascarpone cheese, and flavored with cocoa. Yum! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinks to Try <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Remember it\u2019s normal to drink wine on a Tuesday at 1 pm, it\u2019s normal to drink multiple coffees a day (hint: if you order a \u201ccoffee\u201d this is espresso), and water is not free when ordering out. Be sure to try local Italian wine, remember, Tuscany! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Limoncello<\/strong>, an Italian liqueur produced in Southern Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Prosecco<\/strong>, the infamous Italian sparkling wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Aperol Spritz<\/strong>, a refreshing cocktail made with Prosecco, Aperol, soda water, and ice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Cappuccino<\/strong>, an espresso-based coffee drink made with steamed milk foam. Psst! <\/em>Don\u2019t order a cappuccino anytime other than in the morning when visiting Italy. Stick to espresso anytime after 10 am.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Chianti<\/strong>, a dry Italian red wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Bellini<\/a>,<\/strong> a cocktail made with peach pur\u00e9e and Prosecco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Italian Cities to Visit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 Rome<\/strong>, also known as the Eternal City, combines old sights and modern charm. Walk in the footsteps of gladiators at the Colosseum, gaze up at Michelangelo\u2019s painting in the St. Peter\u2019s Basilica, and throw a penny into the Trevi Fountain for good luck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Florence<\/strong>, a favorite of Tuscany, and a must when you travel to Italy. Don’t miss the Piazza del Duomo, the Galleria Degli Uffizi, and the Basilica of Santa Croce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Venice<\/strong>, the Italian city that has virtually no roads. It\u2019s composed entirely of canals and alleys. Skip the tourist-y gondola rides (they are overpriced), and wander through the alleys for some gelato, museums, and Piazza Sam Marco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Milan,<\/strong> known as the fashion capital of Italy, is a great city to visit, although it\u2019s often overlooked. You\u2019ll love the Duomo di Milano, the world’s largest Gothic cathedral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Naples<\/strong> is Southern Italy\u2019s largest and oldest city, known for being the birthplace of pizza. While you\u2019re there grubbing on everyone\u2019s favorite cheat meal, be sure to stop by Naples\u2019 historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Verona<\/strong> is a charming, medieval Italian city. This lovely place inspired Shakespeare to write two plays: Romeo and Juliet and The Two Gentlemen of Verona. People flock to Verona to see Juliet\u2019s balcony. Check it out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Bologna<\/strong> is a city in northern Italy, known for having a large impact on all of Italian cuisine. Try the tagliatelle, tortellini, lasagna, and gelato.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Amalfi<\/strong> is a stunning city on the southern side of Italy\u2019s Sorrentine Peninsula. Enjoy all of the cities along the Amalfi Coast, the craggy cliffs, grottos, and beautiful views, we\u2019re talking serious Instagrammable views. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Must-See Sights<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 The Colosseum (Rome) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Vatican City, St. Peter\u2019s Basilica (Vatican City)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Pompeii <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Piazza Del Duomo (Florence)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Roman Forum (Rome) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Pantheon (Rome) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Trevi Fountain (Rome) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Spanish Steps (Rome) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Venice Carnaval (Venice) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Saint Mark\u2019s Square (Venice) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Amalfi Coast <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Leaning Tower of Pisa (Pisa) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Cinque Terre<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Tuscan countryside <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Juliette\u2019s balcony (Verona) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Naples Historic Center (Naples) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Piazza Del Duomo (Milan)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Monumental Cemetery of Milan  (Milan) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bucket List Experiences<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 Ghost Tours<\/strong>. After you\u2019ve taken a tour of these ancient cities during the day, consider booking a haunted tour or a ghost tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Foodie Experiences<\/strong>. Book a food tour or a pasta making class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Godfather Tour. <\/strong>The cult classic has it\u2019s roots in Italy. On tours about the Godfather, you\u2019ll walk the streets as they were seen in the film and learn all the cool tidbits along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Tour Pompeii. <\/strong>When you visit Pompeii, make sure you have a tour guide. The guide will be able to talk you to the important parts of the ruined city and give you all those extra details that a guidebook simply won\u2019t be able to. Psst! <\/em>Take care when travelling with kids, there are ruins of brothels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Tour ancient crypts and catacombs. <\/strong>In Rome, you can tour crypts and catacombs, and that is a whole other side of what you\u2019ll see during the day. Also, how often do you get to see ancient crypts?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Magic Turin Tour.<\/strong> Turin has a secret history that links it to magic and the occult. Tour Turin at night on a magic tour to learn more about white magic vs. black magic and other mysteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Torre Argentina. <\/strong>This is the spot where Caesar was murdered, today, hundreds of cats haunt this spot. It\u2019s known as the Roman Cat Sanctuary, and the cats have this spot all to themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The sunken city of Baia. <\/strong>Baia was a prominent resort city for centuries, and it sat on top of natural volcanic vents. Eventually, the water level slowly rose and it is not longer above water! You can visit the remains in one of world\u2019s few underwater archaeological parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Colossus of Villa Demidoff. <\/strong>An abandoned renaissance garden that was completed in the 16th century and abandoned in the early 1800s. There are caves, lakes, and sculptures, but the start of the show is \u201cAppennine Colossus,\u201d which sits atop a grotto with anguish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where To Book Flights and Accommodations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022<\/strong> The cost of airfare can quickly eat up your budget. Click here<\/a> to find the best flights to Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022<\/strong> Italy is home to some fantastic hotels. Click here<\/a> to find the best hotel deals in Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022<\/strong> Housesitting is a great way to cut down on travel costs. Click here<\/a> to find housesitting opportunities in Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022<\/strong> Hostels are an affordable option when it comes to accommodations. Click here<\/a> to find hostels in Italy. You may even be able to snag a last-minute deal!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022<\/strong> Booking a vacation rental can help to save the budget. Click here<\/a> to find the best vacation rentals in Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Tours & Travel Packages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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When planning to travel to Italy, you can book travel packages on many airline discount sights, like Expedia. Check out TourRadar, EF Tours, Travelocity, Groupon, and others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Classical Italy:<\/a> Venice, Florence, and Rome<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \u2022           Walking Tour:<\/a> Walking tour in the Wonderful Monopoli<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \u2022           Local Living:<\/a> 7 days of living like a local in central Tuscany<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \u2022           Highlights of Italy:<\/a> 8 days in Italy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional Reading<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            \u2022           Check out @kacierose4 on TikTok, she\u2019s an American who moved to Italy to live with her boyfriend. She creates videos comparing cultural differences in the two countries, it\u2019s eye-opening!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \u2022           Podcasts:<\/strong> Gola, Italian Wine Podcast, A History of Italy, and Fatal Charm of Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \u2022           Books: <\/strong>\u2018The Land Where Lemons Grow\u2019 by Helena Atlee (2015), \u2018A Room With A View\u2019 by E. M. Forster (1908), \u2018Eat Pray Love\u2019 by Elizabeth Gilbert (2006)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \u2022           TV & Film: <\/strong>The Godfather, Life is Beautiful, Roman Holiday<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \u2022           Check out these Journo Adventures<\/a><\/strong> of travelers who’ve documented a trip there:
https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/journo\/italy-47071<\/a>
https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/journo\/publish-2019-92691<\/a>
https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/journo\/2018-mediterranean-adventure-00050<\/a>
https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/journo\/europe-2<\/a>018-54643#t7CSxQfSY0uZTN0aTAxK <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that you\u2019ve seen our Italy Travel Guide for 2023, what did you think? Are you ready to travel to Italy? Did we miss any important info? Leave us a comment below!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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