Italy: Trip Preparation & Destination Information

Where can I find information on travel safety? Check out the US Department of State's website for the most up-to-date information on safety while traveling.  

To minimize the risk of pickpocketing it is recommended to be discreet: don’t flash anything of value, keep a firm hand on your camera, and carry shoulder bags slung across your body. Overall it’s a good idea to avoid badly lit areas completely at night and deserted inner-city areas by day.

Is the water safe to drink? Tap water is generally safe to drink except for some rural areas. The inscription 'Acqua Non Potabile' means water is not drinkable.

Do I need a Visa? For Visa information, click here. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months after you return home and has two or more blank pages. Otherwise, some countries may not let you enter.

What about vaccines? For vaccination information, click here. 

Do you recommend travel insurance? While not required, we highly recommend all travelers get travel insurance for their trip to protect themselves from the unknown! Check out travel insurance options from our partner, worldnomads.com or from a provider of your choice.

How much should I pack? As we will be using shared transfers and spaces throughout our tour we recommend all travelers pack as lightly as possible. Please take a look at our luggage restrictions below.

What does public transportation look like? To get a taxi in Italy you will need to walk to a designated taxi stand or call one of the local radio taxi companies. Taxi stands can be found outside of most tourist attractions, main squares, and transport hubs

Is Uber or Lyft available? Uber Black is available only in Rome and Milan, which means higher prices and nicer cars.

What about Wifi? In Rome Wi-Fi can typically be found at your hotel, in libraries, close to train stations, and at internet cafes and there are also outdoor Wi-Fi hotspots.