Italy is one of the most popular countries to travel to in Europe, and with good reason. Italy has such a diverse range of places to visit that it may be difficult to decide what you want to see. From the beautiful Tuscan countryside, to the stunning cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, there is definitely something for everyone.
The most common language spoken in Italy is Italian. Don’t be disheartened though, many people also speak English!
Italy uses Type C, F & L. The standard voltage in Italy is 230V and the standard frequency is 50Hz.
The currency used in Italy is the Euro. Most places will accept card and ATMs are everywhere if you need to withdraw cash. You will only need small amounts of cash for novelty things like transport and snacks!
Italy is an incredibly safe place. The people are very welcoming and there are plenty of people around at all hours. Like most places in Europe though, be wary of pickpockets and keep your belongings close in crowded places.
Italy has very good public transport. You can get to any city via TrenItalia in a matter of hours. Most cities are very walkable, such as Florence and Venice; however larger cities like Rome have fantastic metro systems.
