Maps to Explore More About Italy
Best time to visit Italy is from April to June and late September to October. August should be avoided because of the sultry weather and the summer break.
Make sure you carry your visas and all the necessary documents required for the journey. People of Austria, Belgium, Germany, Netherlands, Portugal, France, and Spain need a valid passport for six months. Travelers have the permission of staying for three months in Italy. Credit cards are accepted by the branded companies or organizations. ATMs can be located at all major places.
Some of the most popular tourist destinations in Italy include:
Venice : The floating jewel of Italy is perhaps a perfect incarnation of romance. One of the most romantic places in Italy, Venice has its own distinct charm and a romantic tale to tell. The Romantic appeal of a Gondola ride under the moonlit sky is perhaps unique to Venice.
Rome : Rome is known for its rich cultural heritage. The eternal city of winding lanes and the ruins of the glamorous and prosperous Renaissance Rome will take you back to the medieval era. Some of the places to see in Rome include The Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Colosseum, Basilica di San Pietro, Piazza San Pietro, and Trajan's Column.
Amalfi and Capri coast : The Amalfi and Capri coast is sea side honeymoon destination and definitely one of the most romantic places in Italy. With slow rhythmic life, this romantic places has been a favorite tourist destination since the ancient times. Some of the places you must visit if your staying on Amalfi Coast include Naples, Pompeii Excavations, Mount Vesuvius Volcano, and Island of Ischia and Thermal spas.
Other places to visit in Italy are Tuscany, Lombardy, Latium, Veneto, Campania, Apuila, and Piedmont.
Getting There
Almost all major international airlines fly to Italy. Apart from airlines, there is a well maintained and extensive network of railways and highways connecting the European countries. To avoid heavy fines while traveling in Italy, it is highly recommended to validate any rail, subway and bus tickets bought to utilize the public transport system in Italy. If you are already in a neighboring country, such as France or Austria, you may want to drive to Italy.
Accommodation
In Italy you can accommodate in hotels, private houses or in religious institutions. Advanced reservations in hotels are recommended. Every hotel has fixed rated in accordance with the Provincial Tourist Board. It must be noted that reservations are made from U.S. or Canadian travel agencies and not through Italian Government Travel offices. Private accommodation in homes or secular institution is available through travel agencies in the concerned city. Day hotels are also available for short stay.
Travel Agents
There are many traveling agencies that offer lucrative deals or packages to the travelers. Generally, Italy tour packages are designed in a way that takes good care of their customer needs, from air ticket booking, pick up from airport, dropping at respective hotels, arranging for sight seeing, transportation, meals etc. Some of the well-trusted traveling agencies that provide traveling packages to Italy are:
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| Famous Cities to Visit in Italy |
| City Name | Population (2010 Est.) | City Name | Population (2010 Est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rome | 2761477 | Venice | 270884 |
| Milan | 1324110 | Verona | 263964 |
| Naples | 959574 | Messina | 242503 |
| Turin | 907563 | Padua | 214198 |
| Palermo | 655875 | Trieste | 205535 |
| Genoa | 607906 | Brescia | 193879 |
| Bologna | 380181 | Taranto | 191810 |
| Florence | 371282 | Prato | 188011 |
| Bari | 320475 | Parma | 186690 |
| Catania | 293458 | Reggio Calabria | 186547 |
| Mode of Transportation in Italy |
| Airports | Sea Ports |
|---|---|
| Palese Macchie | Gioia Tauro |
| Casale | Genoa |
| Catania Fontanarossa | La Spezia |
| Malpensa | Trieste |
| Linate | |
| Villafranca | |
| Ciampino | |
| Fiumicino | |
| Capodichino | |
| Peretola |
| Tourist Attractions in Italy |
| Leaning Tower of Pisa | Milan Cathedral |
| Colosseum | Saint Mark's Basilica |
| Mount Vesuvius | Lake Garda |
| St. John Lateran's Archbasilica | Lake Maggiore |
| Vatican Library | Lake Como |
| Famous Sea Beaches in Italy |
| Lampedusa Beach | Tropea Beach |
| La Pelosa Beach | Capo Coda Cavallo |
| Cala Mariolu | Spiaggia del Fornillo |
| Bay of Silence | Cala Goloritze |
| Spiaggia di San Vito lo Capo |
| Popular Campsites for Travelers in Italy |
| Camp Sites | Location |
|---|---|
| Camping & Residence Don Antonio | Giulianova Lido |
| Campsite Surabaja | Roseto degli Abruzzi |
| Campsite Pizzo Greco | Isola di Capo Rizzuto |
| Campeggio Naturista Costalunga | Sassello |
| Campsite Villaggio Naturista Le Betulle | La Cassa |
| Campo dei Fiori | Vada/Livorno |
| Campsite Toscana Village | Montopoli |
| National Parks |
| Abruzzo | Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga |
| Alta Murgia | Majella |
| Appennino Lucano - Val d'Agri - Lagonegrese | Monti Sibillini |
| Arcipelago Toscano | Pollino |
| Aspromonte | Sila |
| Cilento, Vallo di Diano e Alburni | Stelvio |
| Gargano | Gennargentu |
| Gran Paradiso |
Last Updated On : April 16, 2013
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