10 Things to Know Before Visiting Italy | ITALY TRAVEL TIPS

Are you planning a trip to the Bel Paese? Today, we’re going to be going over the top 10 things that you should know if you’re going on a trip to Italy, or if you just want to learn more about Italian culture.

Italy is a country with a rich culture and history. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization, it's the 5th most visited country in the world. This means that, while nearly everyone knows some basic facts about Italy and has heard numerous Italian stereotypes, there are still many things that tourists should know about Italy that don't make it into the guide books. So, whether you plan on visiting Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan, Naples, or any other Italian city, here are 10 things to know before going to Italy. With these Italian travel tips, you can avoid experiencing culture shock in Italy and have a rewarding trip!

10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING ITALY:
0:00 Intro
0:20 Non Touristy Cities Are Just As Worthwhile
1:37 Italy Contains Two Independent Countries
2:36 (Most) Italians Don’t Speak English
3:32 Many Different Languages Are Spoken in Italy
4:36 Italian Hand Gestures Have Specific Meanings
5:32 Not All “Italian” Foods Are Actually Italian
6:14 In Italy You Pay At The Counter
6:41 Tipping Culture Is Different in Italy
7:01 Italian Stores Close in the Afternoon
7:35 You Need To Validate Your Tickets

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