Flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Italy

Discover Italy

Discover Italy

Why visit Italy?
Italy offers a rich blend of art, history, and landscapes, from ancient ruins to fashion capitals and serene coastlines. You find grand piazzas, intimate villages, and a deep sense of style woven into everyday life.

What to expect
Each region feels distinct, with Rome and Milan offering very different city breaks. Rome is defined by its historic centre and iconic landmarks, while Milan delivers design, shopping, and a modern urban edge, with lakes and Alps within easy reach.

Plan your trip
You can focus on one city or link several regions by train, road, or short domestic flights. Italy also works well as part of a broader European journey, with Rome and Milan acting as key gateways to neighbouring countries.

Top experiences in Italy

Explore ancient Rome

Walk among legendary ruins, grand forums, and timeless monuments that tell the story of an empire at every turn.

Discover Vatican art and architecture

Admire ornate halls, masterpieces of Renaissance art, and one of the world’s most recognisable domed skylines.

Stroll Milan’s fashion district

Browse elegant boutiques and flagship stores in streets where global trends and Italian tailoring meet.

Visit the Milan Duomo and rooftop

Climb to the cathedral rooftop to wander among spires and enjoy sweeping views over the city.

Day trip to the Italian Lakes

Head from Milan to the nearby lakes to cruise between villages framed by mountains and villas.

Savour la passeggiata in city squares

Join the evening stroll in lively piazzas, pausing for a drink as the city lights softly come on.

Tour hilltop towns and countryside

Use Rome or Milan as a base to reach smaller towns where stone streets and wide views define the landscape.

Experience Italy’s way of life

Getting around
High-speed trains link major cities such as Rome, Milan, Florence, and Naples efficiently. Regional rail and buses connect smaller towns, while car hire gives you flexibility in countryside and coastal areas.

Local life & culture
Daily life often centres on the local piazza, where people meet, talk, and linger over coffee. You notice strong regional identities, from Rome’s urban energy to Milan’s design focus, each with its own festivals, traditions, and rhythms.

Where to unwind
Italy offers calm corners in city parks, landscaped gardens, and lakeside promenades. From landscaped spaces in Rome to the shores near Milan, you can slow your pace with scenic walks, quiet viewpoints, or relaxed boat rides.

A taste of Italy

National dishes & specialties
Italy is known for pasta, risotto, and carefully crafted sauces, with regional variations across the country. Rome is associated with classic pasta dishes, while northern regions around Milan lean towards rich risottos and hearty mains.

Casual & modern dining hubs
You find casual trattorias, contemporary bistros, and pizzerias tucked along Rome’s streets and Milan’s boulevards. Menus often highlight local ingredients, with each city adding its own modern twist to long-standing culinary traditions.

Signature & scenic dining
In Rome, terraces and rooftop venues offer views of domes and historic skylines while you dine. In Milan, stylish restaurants and bars often pair refined menus with design-focused interiors or skyline vistas.

Retail therapy in Italy

Malls & lifestyle hubs
Rome and Milan feature central shopping streets, gallerias, and modern malls with international brands and Italian labels. These areas often combine fashion, lifestyle stores, and dining, making it easy to shop and relax in one place.

Markets & local crafts
Across Italy, open-air markets and smaller boutiques showcase leather goods, accessories, and artisan pieces. Rome, Milan, and many regional towns offer neighbourhood markets where you can browse for everyday items and handmade souvenirs.

Evening retail scene
In major cities, flagship streets and gallerias stay active into the evening with illuminated facades and window displays. You can combine a late walk, a casual drink, and a little window shopping as the crowds thin and the atmosphere softens.

Best time to visit Italy

Peak season: June to August, when many parts of Italy are warm to hot, with average temperatures around 25–30°C (77–86°F), ideal for outdoor sightseeing and coastal trips.

Shoulder season: April to May and September to October, with pleasant averages of 15–24°C (59–75°F), often offering comfortable sightseeing conditions and fewer crowds than midsummer.

Low season: November to March, when temperatures in many cities range from 5–13°C (41–55°F), bringing cooler days, quieter attractions, and a different view of urban life.

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