Getting there and around
Trains, budget airlines, airports, ferries and the routes between cities.
Naples Cruise Terminal: Where It Is & How to Get There
While Naples remains a bit overlooked when it comes to cities people tend to visit in Italy, it is home to one of the country's major cruise ports - so even if you'd be nervous about going to Naples…
Discounted Shore Excursions from Italy Cruises
There are lots of ways to get to Italy, and one popular method is by taking a Mediterranean cruise.
Train Strikes in Italy: How to Prepare & What to Do
The trains in Italy are absolutely my favorite way to get around. They aren't always the best option, but when they are I'll choose the train every time.
How to Get from Florence to Naples (& vice versa)
Travelers interested in getting beyond the well-beaten Venice-Florence-Rome path without venturing into the hinterlands need look no further than the southern Italian capital of Naples .
How to Get from Milan to the Cinque Terre (and vice versa)
While Milan isn't typically one of the must-see stops on an Italy itinerary (especially for first-time visitors), it is home to one of the main international airports in Italy .
Getting To & From Malpensa Airport by Bus
While I'm a fan of the Malpensa Express train that connects the airport with two different train stations in Milan, the train doesn't run at all hours.
Getting from Milan to Pisa (& vice versa)
Milan is one of the most common entry points for travelers in Italy, but it's a city most visitors don't want to spend any time in.
A Walk in Milan's Central Station [video]
Not only do I love riding trains in Italy , I love just being in train stations - watching all the people from who-knows-where, hearing the announcements, and seeing the ever-changing destinations…
How to Get from Venice to Pisa (& vice versa)
You're no doubt looking at a map of Italy and thinking, "So, Venice and Pisa don't look that far apart - would that work for a day trip?" And in fairness, given some of the distances one could travel…
How to Get from Rome to Tuscany
Chances are good that you've arrived at this page because you're planning an Italy trip and you know that after you leave Rome you want to go to Tuscany, so you need to know how to get there.
How to Get from Rome to Pisa (& vice versa)
In an ideal world, we'd have all the time we wanted to travel and not feel rushed on vacation to hit one world famous attraction after another.
Getting from Florence to Pisa (& vice versa)
With so many works of stunning architecture and design throughout Italy, it's a bit amusing that one of the country's most popular tourist attractions is perhaps the world's most famous example of…
Getting Mobile Broadband Service in Italy
If you're one of those people for whom switching off entirely - leaving the computer at home and only using the smart phone because that's where your travel guide is these days - would be akin to…
How to Get from Rome to Siena (and vice versa)
While the main stops on most Italy itineraries are Rome , Florence , and Venice , most people like to include at least one smaller city on their must-see list - even on a short trip.
Where to Buy Italy Train Tickets
We've covered lots of train-related topics here at WhyGo Italy, but one that's been overlooked - until now - is where to buy your Italy train tickets.
How to Get from Venice to Florence (& vice versa)
Since Venice and Florence are two major stops on most Italy tours , it's no wonder that getting from one of them to the other is something many travelers want to know about.
Getting from Rome to Barcelona (and vice versa)
Most of the time when people ask how to get from one major city in Europe to another, my default replies are either to fly or take the train (I defer to trains, unless it's a huge distance, because…
Italian Train Stations: What You Need to Know
I've written quite a bit already about train travel in Italy - it's my favorite way to get around the country, and it's often the best choice for visitors - but one thing I haven't really touched on…
How to Get to Vatican City
Given the title of this post, I've been trying really hard to avoid making a joke akin to the old " how do you get to Carnegie Hall " gem, only with a Catholic twist.
New Way to Buy Italy Train Tickets (with Discounts!)
WhyGo Italy is excited to announce a new Italian rail tool for booking train tickets in Italy. See that search box at the top of this page?
How to Get from Amsterdam to Milan (and vice versa)
Since flying directly to Italy from North America is often more expensive than flying into other European hubs, one option for saving money on your airfare is to book a flight into a different city…
How to Get from Italy to Sardinia (and vice versa)
As I noted when I wrote a similar piece about getting from Italy to Sicily , the title of this article may seem confusing to anyone who has a modicum of familiarity with Italian geography.
Italy Train Travel Tips
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Train Tickets vs. Train Reservations in Italy: What's the difference?
var Company = "BNUS"; var AgencyID = ""; var Country = "US"; var SubmitURL="https://cart.railkey.com"; ShowBookingWidget(); There's some understandable confusion among many travelers in Italy…
Getting Around the Amalfi Coast
Like the Cinque Terre , the Amalfi Coast is a region that's thought of as a single unit - people say they're vacationing on the Amalfi Coast, because although they'll be based in one town they'll hop…
When to Buy Italy Train Tickets
Those who plan to travel by train in Italy have several choices to make. If you do the math and decide not to buy an Italy Rail Pass , instead opting to get train tickets for the train trips you'll…
How to Buy Italy Train Tickets
Anyone planning to take the train in Italy - whether that's your only mode of transportation or not - needs to know some critical information before that can happen.
How to Use a Rail Pass in Italy
First, let's start out with some basic definitions, so you know what I'm talking about for the rest of this article.
Venice Transportation 101: How to Get Around in Venice
Venice is an ideal city to walk in, but even the most dedicated walkers will probably want to use public transportation in Venice at some point - it's on the water, after all, and the novelty alone…
How to Get Around in Milan: Milan Public Transportation 101
I've written before about how to get around Venice and how to get around Rome , two cities that are both incredibly popular with visitors and where the transportation options might seem a bit…
Freebies & Discounts for Italy Rail Passholders
Anyone who has traveled by train in Europe using a Eurail Pass knows there are perks that come with using a rail pass that go beyond convenience and money savings.
Getting Around in the Cinque Terre
The thing that probably draws the most people to the Cinque Terre - aside from Rick Steves' books, that is - is the hiking trail that connects the five tiny villages, winding its way along the cliffs…
Rome Transportation 101: How to Get Around in Rome
Unlike some of the great cities in the world, where the tourist attractions are all concentrated in one or two specific and compact areas so that - if you feel like it - you can hoof it from one…
Getting Help with Luggage in Venice
I recently got a comment on the site from a woman planning a solo trip to Venice , where she would be renting an apartment for a week-long stay.
Italy Ports of Call: Where Cruise Ships Stop in Italy
Mediterranean cruises can be a good way to visit several countries in one trip, without having to pack and unpack constantly or move from hotel to hotel - your hotel, in essence, moves with you.
Alitalia Joins Forces with KLM, Air France, & Delta
Italians and Italophiles alike are well aware of the trouble Alitalia has had over the years - facing bankruptcy multiple times, getting propped up by the government, not to mention the airline's…
Rome Cruise Terminal: Where It Is & How to Get There
Rome is one of the popular ports of call on many cruises in the Mediterranean . But a quick glance at a map of Italy is enough to see that Rome itself isn't on the water.
Venice Cruise Terminal: Where It Is & How to Get There
Many people in the United States automatically think of islands in the Caribbean when they hear the word "cruise" - but Mediterranean cruises are incredibly popular.
Budget Airlines that Fly to Florence
When you start doing research on a trip to Italy, one of the first things many people look for is what airports they'll fly in and out of.
How to Get from Italy to Sicily (and Vice Versa)
Let me start off here by saying the title of this article is more than a little confusing. If you're saying, "How to get from Italy to Sicily? Isn't Sicily part of Italy?" the answer is yes - and no.
Getting from Milan to Florence (and Vice Versa)
As much as I might really like the city of Milan , I know it's not to everyone's taste - especially if you're in Italy for a relatively short vacation and you're more interested in Medieval Tuscan…
How to Get from Rome to Naples (and Vice Versa)
Whether you're planning a quick stop in Naples on your way to the Amalfi Coast , using it as a base from which to take a day trip to Pompeii , or looking forward to spending a few days in this gritty…
Getting from Milan to Rome (and Vice Versa)
Rome and Milan might seem like they're very different, but they have a lot in common.
Eurolines Bus Stops in Italy
Backpacking around Europe is one of those rites of passage for many young travelers, and that usually means surviving on a shoestring budget for as long as humanly possible.
Luggage Storage in Italy Train Stations
Even without looking at a calendar, I can usually tell when the high tourist season in Italy is approaching by the number of questions I'm getting via email or in the comments on the site.
Getting Around in Italy: What You Need to Know
When you're planning a trip, size matters. Take, for instance, the idea of planning a visit to the United States, or Canada, or Russia.
Getting from Venice to the Cinque Terre (and Vice Versa)
Let's just say you're on your first trip through Italy and you're using my " Perfect 2-Week Italy Itinerary " as your guide.
Getting Outfitted (Italian Style) for the World Cup
If you've been following along here at WhyGo Italy over the years, you'll know that I was an Italophile who learned to love - and then went crazy over - the country's "other" national religion,…
Getting from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Venice (and Vice Versa)
Since I'm always telling people - whenever they'll listen - that flying into Venice to start your trip in Italy is a great idea, and since Venice is the entry point on my perfect 2-week Italy…
If fares to Rome are higher than usual, why not go to Venice instead?
You may have noticed that I've been putting up a series of articles about budget airlines that fly into different cities in Italy .
Budget Airlines that Fly to Naples
I've already covered the budget airlines that fly into Italy's major cities, including Rome and Milan .
Budget Airlines that Fly to Venice
If you've spent any time poking around this website, you'll no doubt have learned about my crazy affection for the city of Venice .
Budget Airlines that Fly to Sicily
Generally speaking, if you're flying to Italy from overseas you'll be looking at flights into Rome or Milan.
Budget Airlines that Fly to Milan
Personally, I love Milan - but I don't even recommend it in my itinerary for first time visitors .
Budget Airlines that Fly to Rome
Let's say you've got your heart set on a trip to Rome, but you've just looked at the cost of round-trip airfare from your home airport to Rome and your heart is now in need of a defibrillator. Why?
Save Money with Budget Airlines that Fly to Italy
For years, one of the most frustrating things for Italy lovers who live in North America has been the high cost of airfare from even big hub departure points.
When to Buy an Italy Rail Pass
Once upon a time, a key part of the preparation of any trip to Europe was the purchase of a Eurail Pass.
How to Get from Italy to Croatia (and Vice Versa)
Many years ago, during a trip through Germany with the husband, we saw a television ad on CNN International that stopped us in our tracks.
Getting from Rome to Florence (and Vice Versa)
As it happens, there are lots of people out there hunting for information about how to get from Rome to Florence or vice versa.
How to Get from Italy to Greece (and Vice Versa)
You're reading this article because, for whatever crazy reason, you've decided that at some point you'll want to leave Italy and go to Greece.
How to Get from Rome to Venice (and Vice Versa)
In an ideal world, all the things you wanted to see in Italy would be really close to one another and easy to reach quickly, thereby limiting the amount of your precious vacation time you'd be…
Gondola Rides in Venice: Current Fares & Booking in Advance
As you may recall from previous posts on the subject, I'm one of those people who thinks taking a gondola ride in Venice isn't a necessary part of enjoying the city and can even be a huge…
How to Get from Naples to Sorrento (and Vice Versa)
However much I might advocate for staying at least a couple nights in Naples before you head for points more coastal or island-y, I know that Naples probably isn't for everyone.
Getting from the Cinque Terre to Florence (and Vice Versa)
You've just spent a lovely few days (or more, if you're lucky) taking in the Ligurian coastline's favorite cluster of tiny villages, the Cinque Terre , and you're heading back inland to continue on…
Getting from Rome to the Cinque Terre (and Vice Versa)
According to statistics, most international travelers enter Italy by way of Rome .
Driving in Italy
While some people may be content to stick to Italy's extensive rail network to get around the country, using Italian buses when the train isn't an option, others prefer the independence that having…
Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport to Milan (and Vice Versa)
Milan has three good-sized international airports, although one of them is much more commonly used if you're flying in from overseas.
Getting from Milan to Venice (and Vice Versa)
Even though I tell everyone who asks that they should be flying into Venice instead of Milan or Rome, I know that not everyone is going to pay attention to me.
Getting from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Rome (and Vice Versa)
Although I have a preference overall for flying directly into Venice whenever possible, the fact is that most overseas visitors to Italy use Rome as their entry point. Why?
Getting from Florence to Siena (and Vice Versa)
Whether you're heading from Florence to Siena on a quick day-trip to this beautiful Medieval city or you're going to be spending a few days in Siena after staying in Florence, you've got a few…
New Alta Velocità Trains in Italy Make Milan-Rome a 3.5-hour Trip
Traveling by train in Italy has long been one of the easiest and cheapest ways of getting around the country (so long as you're not sidelined by an unexpected transportation strike, that is), but…
NY-Italy Airfare Deal: $399 RT, including Fuel Surcharge
I'm getting this straight from Arthur Frommer (well, straight from his blog, anyway), and it's such a great deal I wanted to pass it along to you immediately.
Italy Q&A: Can I make train reservations for Italy online?
Here's another in the Italy Q&A series. This one is from Frits, who says: I like to know the way to make a reservation for the train from Rome to Florence. Can that be done via internet?
Italy Q&A: Getting from Malpensa Airport to Varenna
Here's another of my Italy Q&A posts. Trudy left this question in a comment right here on the Italy Logue: What is the easiest way to get from Milan Malpensa to Varenna at Lake Como?
Italy Q&A: Getting from Venice to Malpensa Airport
It's time for another in my Italy Q&A series. This one comes from Eduardo in Argentina: I'm planning a trip to Italy and Greece. We would like to get some information about travel in Italy.
First Class vs. Second Class on Italy Trains
Because I work for a company that sells Eurail passes , and because I used to do customer service for said company, I often get asked, "Is buying a first class train pass really worth the difference…
Parking a Car in Italy: Sidewalks & Crosswalks
There are lots of reasons why I may never drive a car in Italy . For one thing, I'm not one of those people who "loves driving" even in the U.S., so I have no problem letting the husband - who does…
Venice Transports Me
Flipping back through the little notebook I carried around Venice when I last visited, I found this: After spending a day riding out to Torcello and back on the ACTV boats , even on the "solid"…
Italy Q&A: Getting from Fiumicino to Florence
Here's question I got via email, so here's another post in my Italy Q&A series. Allan wrote: I arrive into Rome at about 7pm on a Friday night and need to connect to Florence to meet up with my…
Tips for Flying to Italy: Open-Jaw Tickets & Flying into Venice
When most people plan trips to Italy, they only search for " airfare to Rome " or " airfare to Milan " and pick the cheapest options from those - sometimes without regard to what their actual…
How to Use the Milan Metro
I love subway/metro systems, because they usually represent the cheapest, fastest and generally most efficient way to get around a city.
Getting Lost in Venice in February
When I first arrived back in Venice on this trip, I dropped my bags off at my hotel and went right back out to wander and get myself lost.
The Milan Metro's Colorful Handrails
Getting around in an unfamiliar city can be tough to get used to, especially when you don't speak the language.
Ryanair in Italy - No Milan, Yes Pisa
You may recall that the European budget airline giant Ryanair had offered a proposal to Milan's Malpensa airport back in September , saying that it would add Milan to the list of Ryanair airports…
Italy Walking and Driving Tours from National Geographic Traveler
When I'm visiting a place, I find that I prefer to get a feel for it by using my feet.
Bus Travel in Italy
Italy's vast and growing network of train tracks and the generally low price for train travel means that getting around Italy by train is almost always going to be your best bet.
Ryanair Offering Flights from Milan?
One of the Europe's biggest low-cost airlines, Ryanair is set to offer flights to Italy in and out of Milan's Malpensa Airport .
Vatican's Low-Cost Charter Airline Takes to the Skies
The Vatican began flying charter flights for Catholic pilgrims recently, to holy places like Lourdes in France, Santiago de Compostela in Spain and Mount Sinai in Egypt.
Spending Time (and Money) in Rome's Fiumicino Airport
The vast majority of travelers in Italy arrive and depart via Rome's busy Fiumicino Airport , more formally known as Leonardo da Vinci International Airport .
Is Visa Training a New Crop of Ugly American Tourists?
Here at home in the U.S., I know plenty of people who "never carry cash anymore." I'm usually one of them.
Finding a Parking Spot in Italy
Of my trips to Italy thus far, two have involved driving around in a rental car (well, the husband did the driving).
Do Italian police target tourists with random traffic stops?
I got a note from Michael via the contact page here at the Italy Logue asking if I'd heard anything about the Italian cops targeting tourists at traffic stops , presumably to extract some kind of…
Getting Married in Italy
For many travel enthusiasts, the best possible way to celebrate a wedding would be to do it overseas.
Why Getting Lost in Venice is a Good Thing
Venice seems to inspire either love or hate - I've yet to meet someone who is wishy-washy about it.
Getting Married in Italy: Easier Than it Used to Be
2006 marked ten years since the husband and I first met. We waited quite awhile to get married, as we were focused on spending money elsewhere (on, say, trips to Italy).