EUROPE✳ITALY

Italy.

A country guide to help shape an Italy itinerary.

EXPLORE THE ARTICLES

EXPLORELIO · THE DESTINATION EDIT

01 / PLACECountry

02 / THE FEELArt & food

03 / ON EXPLORELIO2 related articles

04 / START HEREChoose your focus

01 / GET TO KNOW THE PLACE

Find your
Italy.

A country guide to help shape an Italy itinerary.

Use the Italy guide to choose the kind of trip you want, then go deeper into Rome with our three-day city article. Leave room between stops for the journey itself.

Check transport and opening arrangements for your chosen dates.

Explore our articles

02 / THE EXPLORELIO READING LIST

Make a
good start.

Our existing articles give you the detail behind this destination overview.

EXPLORELIO ARTICLE

Italy Travel Guide

Thinking about a trip to Italy? In this Italy Travel Guide you'll find everything you need to know about your upcoming trip! From the best places to visit to things to do or when is the best time to visit to tips where to stay.

Read the article ↗

EXPLORELIO ARTICLE

3 Days in Rome – What to See

Discover the best things to see in Rome in 3 days! Explore Colosseum, Vatican, and hidden gems with our complete 3 days in Rome itinerary.

Read the article ↗

03 / BUILD YOUR ROUTE

Make the trip
your own.

Use the Explorelio articles above to choose a realistic route through Italy.

A FLEXIBLE STARTING POINT, NOT A FIXED SCHEDULE.

PART 01START HERE

Find your focus.

ChooseChoose one city or region rather than a long checklist.
ReadOpen Italy Travel Guide for more detail.
CheckConfirm current access, transport and timing for your dates.

PART 02GO DEEPER

Leave room to explore.

ChooseConnect a second base only after allowing for train or driving time.
ReadUse the related articles above to refine the trip.
AdjustAllow time between stops and keep a weather-friendly alternative.

04 / PICK YOUR MOMENT

When to go.

Plan around conditions in the place you actually want to visit.

☼WEATHER & LIGHT

Match the season.

North and south vary considerably; summer can be hot and busy, while shoulder seasons often suit city walks.

✳YOUR DATES

Keep room to adjust.

Check transport and opening arrangements for your chosen dates.

05 / TASTE THE PLACE

Make room
for one more.

Food is part of the journey. Look for these local flavors as you explore.

Pasta

Shapes and sauces vary strongly by region.

Pizza

Local styles go well beyond a single national version.

Gelato

A simple pause during a city walk.

06 / BEFORE YOU GO

Shape your own trip.

Check transport and opening arrangements for your chosen dates. Use the linked articles for the specific route, stay or activity that matters to you.

Start with this article Explore trip options

Opening times, prices, access and weather can change. Check current details before booking.

THE WORLD IS WIDE OPEN ✳

GOOD TO KNOW

A few last
questions.

Where should I start with Italy? ＋

Start with Italy Travel Guide, then use the other linked articles to choose the parts of the trip that suit you.

How should I plan the route? ＋

Choose one city or region rather than a long checklist. Connect a second base only after allowing for train or driving time.

What should I check before booking? ＋

Check transport and opening arrangements for your chosen dates. Confirm current prices and availability with each provider.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

Make Italy happen.

Find experiences, choose a place to stay and compare flights. Check current details with each provider before you book.

THINGS TO DO

01 / EXPLORE

Discover Italy.

Three ways to start exploring. Open an idea to see current activities and availability.

01 / ItalyExplore the highlightsFind activities and sights for your visit.Explore activities

02 / ItalyGo with a local guideBrowse guided tours and small group experiences.Explore activities 03 / ItalyTickets and experiencesSee available tickets and things to do.Explore activities

STAYS

02 / STAY

Find your place to stay.

Explore accommodation near Italy, then choose dates and check availability on Booking.com.

Explore stays in Italy

Compare places that fit your dates and budget.

See available stays

FLIGHTS

03 / GET THERE

Find a route that works.

Choose your departure point and dates, then compare flights on Expedia. You can edit the destination if another airport works better.

Check baggage and final prices on Expedia before booking.Browse all flights ↗

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