Practical guides
10 guides
Transport
Taxis, fixed fares, private transfers, trains and buses: how to choose the right way out of Italy's main airports, and what to check before you book.
Updated 21 min read
Transport
Trains, buses, flights, cars and ferries: how to choose the right way between Italian cities, with official journey times and a door-to-door way to compare.
Updated 18 min read
Travel
How the Dolomites fit together, which valley to base yourself in, when to go and how to get around — with or without a car, and with or without hiking.
Updated 22 min read
Travel
What's fixed, what varies and what things actually cost in 2026 — with worked examples and a worksheet for building your own Italy budget.
Updated 19 min read
Travel
Everything to arrange for an Italy trip, in the order that matters — from route and documents to trains, timed tickets, packing and arrival day.
Updated 15 min read
Cities
One area per day — ancient Rome, the Vatican, the historic centre — with what to book, how to get around and what to skip if you run out of time.
Updated 16 min read
Transport
How Italy's rail network works, which trains to choose, how tickets work and what first-time travellers should know.
Updated 20 min read
Travel
From city breaks and coastal escapes to mountain trips and food-focused journeys, find the season that fits your Italy itinerary.
Updated 27 min read
Transport
What international visitors should know about licenses, road rules, ZTL zones, tolls, parking and renting a car in Italy.
Updated 30 min read