Italy enchants visitors with its captivating blend of ancient history, artistic masterpieces, and culinary delights. From the ancient ruins of Rome to the romantic canals of Venice, from the Renaissance treasures of Florence to the stunning Amalfi Coast, Italy offers an unforgettable journey through millennia of human achievement and natural beauty.
Italy
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Destination Highlights & Practical Info
- Budget Category
- Mid-Range
- High Budget (Daily USD)
- 300
- Low Budget (Daily USD)
- 70
- City
- Rome (capital)
- Country
- Italy
- Currency
- Euro (€)
- Languages Spoken
- Italian (official); English spoken in tourist areas; German in South Tyrol; French in Aosta Valley
- Population
- 58850000
- Province / State
- Italy
- Region / Continent
- Europe
- Safety Rating
- 8
- Best Time to Visit
- August is 'Ferragosto' month — many small shops and restaurants close as Italians take their annual holiday. Venice's Acqua Alta (high water) flooding is most common November–January. Ski season in the Dolomites runs December–March. Italian school holidays in mid-June to mid-September inflate coastal accommodation prices.
- Time Zone
- CET (UTC+1) / CEST (UTC+2) in summer
