Italy offers layered history, art-filled cities, and varied landscapes, from ancient ruins and grand piazzas to vineyard-draped hills and dramatic coastlines.
Discover Italy
Discover Italy
Why visit Italy?
What to expect
You can explore icons such as Rome and Milan, then venture to medieval hill towns, alpine lakes, and sun-soaked shores, each region with its own pace and character.
Plan your trip
Italy works well for both first-time city breaks and longer multi-region journeys, and also serves as an ideal starting point to explore the wider Mediterranean and Europe.
Top experiences in Italy
Walk through ancient Rome
Trace thousands of years of history among Rome s monuments, from imposing amphitheatres and forums to atmospheric cobbled lanes and fountains.
Admire Milan s fashion and design
Explore Milan s grand cathedral, cutting-edge galleries, and stylish neighbourhoods where global fashion houses and contemporary design meet.
Cruise Italy s lakes and coasts
Take boat trips on serene northern lakes or along rugged coastlines dotted with colourful villages and terraced hillsides.
Explore hill towns and countryside
Wander through fortified hill towns, vineyards, and olive groves, pausing at viewpoints and historic squares along the way.
Discover Italian art and museums
Visit museums and churches that house masterpieces of painting and sculpture, from classical works to bold modern collections.
Experience Italy s way of life
Getting around
High-speed trains connect major cities such as Rome and Milan efficiently, while regional trains, buses, and rental cars help you reach smaller towns and countryside areas.
Local life & culture
Life in Italy often centres on lively squares, neighbourhood streets, and seasonal festivals, with a strong sense of regional identity and craftsmanship in each area.
Where to unwind
Relax in shaded city parks, stroll coastal promenades, or escape to the mountains and lakes for hiking, cycling, and peaceful lakeside views.
A taste of Italy
National dishes & specialties
Classic pasta, risotto, and regional baked dishes vary widely between cities, while each area is known for its own cheeses, cured meats, and sweet treats.
Casual & modern dining hubs
In cities like Rome and Milan you can find everything from casual neighbourhood eateries to contemporary bistros, with menus that blend tradition and modern influences.
Signature & scenic dining
Enjoy long meals on piazza terraces, rooftop restaurants with city views, or countryside venues set among vineyards and rolling hills.
Retail therapy in Italy
Malls & lifestyle hubs
Rome and Milan feature upscale shopping streets and modern malls where you can browse international labels, Italian designers, and lifestyle boutiques.
Markets & local crafts
Across cities such as Rome, Milan, and smaller regional centres, markets showcase leather goods, textiles, ceramics, and other crafts made by local artisans.
Evening retail scene
In the evenings, central shopping districts in major cities stay lively, with illuminated streets, late-opening boutiques, and relaxed window-shopping promenades.
Best time to visit Italy
Spring shoulder season (April to June) brings mild weather of around 15°C to 24°C (59°F to 75°F), ideal for sightseeing before peak crowds. Summer peak season (July to August) is warm to hot, typically 24°C to 32°C (75°F to 90°F), especially in cities and along the coasts. Autumn shoulder season (September to October) offers pleasant temperatures of about 14°C to 23°C (57°F to 73°F), with quieter streets and changing landscapes.