Italy

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Italy.

Discover Italy's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from standing face to face with world-famous Renaissance paintings at Florence's premier art museum, Galleria degli Uffizi; to eating mind-blowing gelato by Italy's 'gelato maker of the year' winner in Bologna; and experiencing the wild beauty of one of Sicily's most isolated golden-sand beaches.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Italy travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
All-new structure and design that’s easy to use so you can navigate Italy effortlessly
Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
Vibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of Italy
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Capitoline Museums, Via Appia Antica, Palazzo Pitti
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
Connect with Italian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
Covers: Rome; Lazio & Abruzzo; Turin & Piedmont; Italian Riviera; Milan & the Lakes; Venice; The Dolomites & the Northeast; Bologna & Emilia-Romagna; Florence; Tuscany; Umbria & Le Marche; Naples & Campania; Puglia; Calabria & Basilicata; Sicily; Sardinia

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Italy.