Tourism in Italy

The eleventh edition of the Traveller Review Award, released by the well known travel website Booking, has ranked the world's most welcoming tourist destinations. And the results show that it is Italy that is home to the most welcoming city in the world.

The travel website booking.com has compiled a list of places to visit in 2023, focusing on destinations not to be missed by keen travellers this year.

Demoskopika has published its most recent Regional Tourism Reputation Index. The ranking of the tourism reputation of the Italian regions is in its sixth edition and awards Trentino-Alto Adige with the top spot as the best holiday destination in Italy in 2023.

Are you fed up with the grey winter weather and need of some vitamin D?

Tourists visiting La Spezia until 18th December 2022 can receive a free night at establishments participating in the "La Spezia mille e una notte" (One Thousand and One Nights La Spezia) initiative. Anyone for a free holiday?

Italy is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. The views and panoramas of Italy are famous across the globe and represent places to visit at least once in a lifetime.

On 1st October 2022, the rules for the use of face masks in Italy were updated, meaning that face coverings are no longer be mandatory on public transport, such as trains or buses, or in indoor places, such as schools. The obligation does still remain in some particular spaces.

Where is the best weather in Italy? Which cities have the best climate?

The first ever official guide to discovering street art in Italy is here and is called "Street art in Italia. Viaggio fra luoghi e persone" - "Street art in Italy. A journey through places and people".

Lazio in Tour is back for 2022, the region's initiative offering free travel on all Cotral buses and Trenitalia regional trains until 15th September, for a total of 30 days to young people up to 25 years of age.

Milan is now home to the Hard Rock Cafe, famous across the globe for its unique mix of music, entertainment, iconic merchandise and American cuisine.

When you think of Rome, the Colosseum almost surely comes to mind. The Flavian Amphitheatre is quite simply the definition of an iconic building and it's no surprise that it's the most visited monument in Italy's capital city and the best known in the world.

Italy is the best country in the world to travel to and also has the best hotels.

Airline disruptions, inflation and rising costs are making going on holiday this summer a challenge for many.

Italy is experiencing an extreme drought with a serious lack of rainfall and increasingly high temperatures. As a result, the government is starting to introduce emergency measures. But what does this mean for those planning to travel to Italy this summer? And how can you save water?

Holiday season is here and as many plan to jet off to Italy this summer, it's important to keep an eye on the latest Italy travel restrictions, including Italy's COVID entry requirements from the UK, the USA, Ireland and other EU and non-EU countries. Do you have to wear a mask in Italy?

The impact of COVID-19 on tourism in Italy has been tough, however the most recent Italy tourism statistics show that this summer will be the most normal season for the tourism industry in Italy since before the pandemic.

Travelling to Italy this summer has just got a little easier, as the country has announced that all Covid entry requirements have been scrapped.

Italy is a popular destination for beach holidays, and therefore it is no surprise that several Italian beaches are featured in the ranking of Europe's most beautiful beaches. So, what is the nicest beach in Italy?

Soave, a hidden gem in Veneto, has been named the "Borgo dei Borghi 2022", making it Italy's most beautiful village in 2022. The winner, announced during the Easter episode of the popular Kilimangiaro show, took the place of Tropea which held the "Borgo dei Borghi" title in 2021.

Just when everyone thought that entry requirements into Venice (Italy) would be relaxed now that coronavirus rules in Italy are being relaxed, Venice is to introduce compulsory reservation and an entry fee for tourists.

From 19th to 23th May 2022 the Turin International Book Fair is back.

Travelling around Italy, from Bari to Milan, via Matera, Naples, Perugia and Rome and all of this with an exceptional tour guide who also happens to be the most famous doll in the world. What are we talking about?

If you're planning a holiday in Italy, there are a few faux pas you should be aware of if you want to fit in like a local.

What are the destinations for sustainable tourism in Italy? The New York Times has indicated them by publishing the "52 Places for a Changed World".