Italy Beach Holidays

You can travel to Italy without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for tourism.

Your passport must have a date of issue less than 10 years before you arrive, and an expiry date at least 3 months after you plan to leave the Schengen area.

When you cross the border, you may need to show proof of accommodation, travel insurance, a return ticket, and that you have enough money for your stay.

Be prepared to register your biometric details, such as fingerprints and a photo, when you first enter the Schengen area under the new Entry/Exit System (EES).

Hotels will register your passport details with the police, so wait until this is done and do not leave your passport for later collection.

There are temporary border checks at Italy's border with Slovenia, so allow extra time and be ready to show your passport.

If you are 17 or under, you cannot check into hotels or holiday accommodation without an accompanying adult.

Keep sight of your belongings at all times, especially in crowded tourist areas, as petty crime like bag-snatching is common.

Always carry photo ID with you, as police can stop you for identity checks at any time.

Do not take drinks from strangers or leave your drink unattended to avoid being robbed or assaulted from spiked drinks.

Validate your public transport ticket before starting your journey to avoid an on-the-spot fine.

Do not drop litter, eat or drink near historic monuments, or enter public fountains, as these actions can result in fines.

When visiting many Italian city centres by car, you need a special pass to drive within marked ZTL zones to avoid a fine.

Avoid leaving any luggage in your parked car, even in the boot, as thefts from vehicles are common.