Find a Travel Partner in Italy
Italy is the classic European trip for good reason - Roman ruins, Renaissance cities, alpine lakes and a coastline made for slow lunches. Every region cooks differently, so a longer route with a companion to share plates is the way to do it.
🇮🇹 Italy at a glance
- Capital
- Rome
- Largest city
- Rome
- Official language
- Italian
- Area
- 301,336 km² (116,346 mi²)
- Population
- 59.0 million2024 · World Bank
- Currency
- Euro — EUR (€)
- Region
- Southern Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Rome
- Calling code
- +39
- Plug type
- Type C, F, L
Data updated: weather 28 min ago · rates 28 min ago · sources: Open-Meteo, ExchangeRate-API
What Italy is known for
Italy is the classic European trip for good reason - Roman ruins, Renaissance cities, alpine lakes and a coastline made for slow lunches. Every region cooks differently, so a longer route with a companion to share plates is really the way to do it.
- Rome's ancient ruins and Vatican art
- Florence and Renaissance Tuscany
- Venice's canals
- The Amalfi Coast and Italian food
Tourism in Italy
International tourist arrivals over the most recent years with available data - roughly #3 of 33 in its continent by reported arrivals (sources vary by country).
Top cities to explore in Italy
From Rome to Naples, these are the places most Italy trips are built around. Find a travel buddy in Rome who's already planning the same route, or pair up before you fly.
Rome
Layered capital of ruins, fountains and trattorias.
Florence
Renaissance city of galleries, domes and Tuscan hills.
Venice
Canal city best explored on foot and by water.
Naples
Gritty, vibrant home of pizza and the gateway to the Amalfi Coast.
Travelers heading to Italy
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Create your tripThings to do in Italy
A shortlist of experiences worth building a trip - and a partnership - around.
Art & history
- The Colosseum and Forum in Rome
- Renaissance galleries in Florence
- Pompeii beneath Vesuvius
Cities & canals
- Glide the canals of Venice
- Aperitivo hour in Milan
- Baroque streets of Naples
Coast & lakes
- Cliffside villages of the Amalfi Coast
- The Cinque Terre on foot
- Lake Como and the Dolomites
Food & wine
- Pizza in Naples, pasta everywhere
- Tuscan wine and long lunches
- Gelato and espresso, of course
Know before you go
The practical stuff every traveler needs - weather, safety, costs and how to get around.
Best time to visit
April to June and September to October bring warm weather and thinner crowds than peak summer. July and August are hot and busy, especially on the coast. The Alps and lakes are loveliest in early autumn.
Safety tips
- Mind pickpockets around stations and major sights
- Use registered ride-hailing apps at night rather than hailing on the street
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe
- Traveling with a verified partner adds an easy extra layer of safety
Accommodation & daily budget
- Hostel dorm
- $25-45/ night
- Budget hotel / guesthouse
- $75-140/ night
- Mid-range hotel
- $160-300/ night
- Meals (per day)
- $30-65
Splitting a twin room and transport with a partner can cut your daily costs by 30-40%.
Getting around & useful apps
Fast trains link the major cities effortlessly; a car helps for Tuscany and the south. City centres are best on foot.
Visa & entry requirements for Italy
Every nationality is different - pick your passport for a personalized answer, or open our Visa page for assisted help applying.
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Plan your Italy trip together
Book everything you need for Italy in one place - and split the cost with your travel buddy.
Hotels & Homes
Hotels, resorts, hostels and homes worldwide - book a room to share and split the cost.
Flights
Compare and book flights anywhere - grab your seats side by side with your partner.
Trains
Scenic routes and fast city hops - book train tickets across many countries.
Car Rentals
Rent a car and explore on your own schedule - perfect for road trips together.
Tours & Attractions
Skip-the-line tickets, day tours and experiences at the top attractions.
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