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Italy
Rome, the Renaissance and the Amalfi Coast.
Italy has more UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other country: ancient Rome, Renaissance Florence, Venice on the water, Milan’s fashion and the Amalfi Coast.
Best time to visit
Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
Time zone
GMT +1 / +2 in summer
Currency
EUR (€)
Visa
Schengen visa
Flight time
12 – 14 hrs
via a connection from Vietnam
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AI summary
The classic Italy routing is Rome – Florence – Venice over 7–8 days by high-speed rail, extended with the Amalfi Coast, Tuscany or Lake Como for 10–12 days.
Italy at a glance
Population
59
million people
Area
301,340
km²
Capital
Rome
Currency
EUR (€)
Euro
Language
Italian
Climate
Mediterranean
continental in the north
Visa
Schengen type C
apply 3–6 weeks ahead
Driving side
Right
Power socket
Type C, F, L
230V – 50Hz
Italy destination location
6 mapped locations
Colosseum, Rome
The largest amphitheatre the Romans ever built.
Vatican City
St Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.
Florence
The cradle of the Renaissance: the Duomo, the Uffizi and David.
Venice
A city on 118 islands, with its canals and St Mark’s Square.
Amalfi Coast
Positano, Amalfi and Ravello on cliffs above the sea.
Tuscany & Siena
Vineyard hills, hilltop villages and medieval towns.
Best time to visit Italy
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Weather overview
Average temperature
5°C – 31°C
The south warmer than the north
Rainfall
800 mm
Annual average
Humidity
60% – 78%
Average
Sea temperature
14°C – 27°C
Mediterranean
Travel styles in Italy
Signature experiences
Heritage
Colosseum & Roman Forum
Culture
The Vatican Museums
City breaks
A gondola in Venice
Food
Pasta class in Tuscany
Nature
The Chianti vineyards
Resorts
Positano & Capri
Shopping
The Quadrilatero, Milan
Photography
Lake Como
Sample itineraries
View allFrequently asked questions
How many days do I need in Italy?
Six days minimum for Rome – Florence – Venice; nine to twelve to add the Amalfi Coast, Tuscany or Lake Como without rushing.
How do I travel between Italian cities?
Frecciarossa and Italo high-speed trains are fastest: Rome–Florence 1h30, Florence–Venice two hours. Advance fares are far cheaper.
Do I need to pre-book attractions?
Essential for the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Uffizi and the Leaning Tower. Without booking you may queue two to three hours or miss entry entirely.
Is August a good time?
August is hot and crowded, and many local shops and restaurants close for the holidays. May, June, September and October are far more pleasant.
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Quick facts (citation box)
- Destination
- Italy
- Region
- Southern Europe
- Capital
- Rome
- Currency
- EUR (€) — Euro
- Language
- Italian
- Best time to visit
- April – June and September – October
- Visa
- Schengen type C visa for Vietnamese nationals
- Core services
- Europe tours, Transport, Hotels, Guides, Visa
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