The Amalfi Coast strings a series of cliff-clinging villages along a road of hairpin bends. Positano tumbles to the sea in pastel layers, Amalfi guards its striped cathedral, and Ravello floats high above with the finest gardens and views.
Travel by ferry where you can — arriving by sea is the most beautiful way to see these towns, and it spares you the famously busy coast road.
Beyond the Amalfi Coast, Italy is ringed with stunning shores: the Cinque Terre, the Ligurian Riviera, Sardinia turquoise bays and the wild capes of Sicily.
📌 Practical info
| 💶 Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| 🗣️ Language | Italian |
| 🛂 Visa | EU member — passport-free for EU/EEA |
| 🕐 Time zone | CET (UTC+1) |
| 🔌 Power plug | Type C/F/L, 230V |
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Italy?
April-June and September-October — warm but not crowded. May for Tuscan countryside, October for Italian Lakes. July-August: very hot and crowded (especially Rome, Florence, Venice). Avoid August 15 (Ferragosto) when Italians vacation en masse.
Do I need a visa for Italy?
EU citizens — no. Schengen rules for non-EU (90 days in 180-day period). UK/US/Canada/Australia/NZ: visa-free 90 days.
Is Italy expensive?
Varies by region. Rome/Venice/Milan premium (€100-200/day). Southern Italy (Naples, Puglia, Sicily) much more affordable (€50-80/day). Tuscany mid-range.
Should I rent a car in Italy?
Not for city visits (Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan are ZTL-restricted). Yes for Tuscany, Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre, Puglia, Sicily — countryside is best by car.