Europe
Italy
Rome, Florence, Venice, Lake Como and the Amalfi coast.
| Best time to visit | Apr–Jun, Sep |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe |
| Main airports | FCO |
Guides for Italy
Things to do
Things to do in Rome: the best sights, food and day trips
The Colosseum, the Vatican and the Pantheon without the stress, plus the neighbourhoods, food and day trips that make Rome special.
Travel tips
Your first trip to Europe from Australia: routes, stopovers and timing
How to handle the long flight, when to go, how long to stay and the paperwork for Australian passport holders.
Travel tips
Your first trip to Europe from the US: where to go and how to plan it
How long to go for, which cities to combine, when to travel and the paperwork to sort out before you fly.
Itineraries
10 days in Italy: Rome, Florence and the Amalfi Coast
A first-timer's route with the big sights, a taste of Tuscany and three days on the coast, all by train and ferry.
Best time to go
Best summer holiday destinations in Europe for 2027, from the UK
Twelve sunny favourites by flight time, with sea temperatures, who each place suits and how to dodge the hottest weeks.
Itineraries
Italy by train in 7 days: Rome, Florence and Venice
A first-timer's week on Italy's fast trains, with what to book ahead so you are not stuck in queues.
Popular tours and tickets in Rome
Rome Vespa Sidecar and Gelato Tasting Tour
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Lake Como City and Landmark Half-Day Tour with Boat Cruise
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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Skip the Line Guided Tour
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Starting prices, checked 10 Nov 2026. They can change.
Flights to Italy
| Route | Airports | Return from | Best season at destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York to Rome | JFK → FCO | $399 | Apr–Jun, Sep |