Flights from United States Of America to Italy

Discover Italy

Discover Italy

Why visit Italy?

Italy blends art, history, fashion, and dramatic landscapes, from ancient cities to sunlit coastlines and alpine peaks. You can move between medieval hill towns, elegant lakes, and lively urban streets in a single trip.

What to expect

Explore cities such as Rome and Milan alongside storybook regions like Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast, and the Dolomites. Expect walkable historic centres, café-lined piazzas, and a relaxed yet vibrant street life that shifts with each region.

Plan your trip

Italy suits quick city breaks and longer journeys combining several regions by rail or road. It also works as a gateway to wider Europe, with strong onward air, rail, and ferry links from major hubs.

Top experiences in Italy

Walk ancient Rome

Stroll between the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, then pause in lively neighbourhoods where modern Rome surrounds its ruins.

Discover Vatican City museums

Admire masterpieces in the Vatican Museums and gaze up at the painted ceiling of the Sistine Chapel before stepping into the vast St Peter’s Square.

Cruise the Amalfi Coast

Sail or drive along cliff-hugging roads between colourful villages, lemon groves, and sea views on Italy’s famous southern coastline.

Escape to the Tuscan countryside

Explore vineyards, cypress-lined lanes, and stone hill towns, using Florence or Siena as your base for day trips.

Explore the lakes of Northern Italy

Visit Lake Como or Lake Garda to combine lakeside promenades, mountain backdrops, and elegant villas in one landscape.

Shop and stroll in Milan’s fashion district

Wander past flagship boutiques and stylish concept stores around the Quadrilatero della Moda before visiting the Duomo.

Ski or hike in the Dolomites

Head to the Dolomites for winter skiing or summer hiking through jagged peaks, alpine meadows, and small mountain villages.

Experience Italy’s way of life

Getting around

High-speed trains link major cities such as Rome, Milan, Florence, and Naples quickly and comfortably. Regional trains, buses, rental cars, and ferries connect smaller towns, coastal villages, and islands, giving you flexibility once you arrive.

Local life & culture

Life often revolves around the piazza, where locals meet for coffee, evening strolls, and conversation. Each region has its own dialects, traditions, and festivals, so travel between areas lets you experience distinct identities within one country.

Where to unwind

Relax on sandy or pebble beaches along the Tyrrhenian and Adriatic coasts, soak in historic thermal spas, or find quiet in lakeside promenades and mountain trails. Many towns also offer shaded gardens and public parks for peaceful breaks between sightseeing.

A taste of Italy

National dishes & specialties

You can try thin-crust pizza in Naples, rich ragù with fresh pasta in Bologna, and creamy risotto in Milan. Seafood dishes shine along coastal regions, while cured meats, cheeses, and olive oils vary from north to south.

Casual & modern dining hubs

Cities such as Rome, Milan, and Turin offer everything from simple neighbourhood trattorias to modern bistros and wine bars. Street-side cafés, bakeries, and gelaterias make it easy to grab a quick bite between sights.

Signature & scenic dining

Enjoy rooftop terraces with views of historic skylines, vineyard restaurants in the countryside, or waterside tables along lakes and coasts. Many places pair seasonal menus with local wines for slow, memorable meals.

Retail therapy in Italy

Malls & lifestyle hubs

In Milan and Rome, large shopping streets and galleries mix international labels with Italian designers in one area. Modern retail complexes on city outskirts often combine fashion, electronics, and dining under one roof.

Markets & local crafts

Browse for leather goods in Florence, glass and lace in Venice, and ceramics in towns across the Amalfi Coast and Puglia. Weekly markets in many cities and villages showcase clothing, produce, and handmade pieces side by side.

Evening retail scene

In major cities, late-opening boutiques, illuminated shopping streets, and lively pedestrian areas encourage evening browsing. Summer nights often bring extra street stalls and a relaxed, sociable atmosphere around central shopping districts.

Best time to visit Italy

Spring shoulder season (April to June) brings mild weather, blooming landscapes, and fewer crowds, with average temperatures around 15–24°C (59–75°F). Summer peak season (July to August) is warm to hot, especially in cities and along the coast, with typical temperatures of 24–32°C (75–90°F). Autumn shoulder season (September to October) offers cooler days at about 14–23°C (57–73°F), with comfortable conditions for city sightseeing and vineyard visits.

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