Italy Travel Insurance

Italy is one of the most celebrated tourist destinations in the world, and with good reason - the country really does have it all. It not only boasts some of the most beautiful scenery the world has to offer, hordes of priceless art treasures, and the idyllic Mediterranean climate, but also some of the best food on the planet… mmmm… Pizza!

Whether you're headed to the mountains which run the length of the country, or to the rolling hills and rustic feel of Tuscany, having travel insurance which covers you for essentials like your personal possessions, emergency medical expenses and legal expenses is really important.
 

Why choose Alpha if you’re travelling to Italy?

We are travel insurance specialists, and genuinely believe that our policies can offer policies to suit your needs at a budget-friendly price. Furthermore, you don’t have to worry about sifting through hundreds of options – our policies all offer the same great levels of cover, all you have to do is choose the excess you would like to pay in the event of a claim (ranging from £150 to nothing at all!).

• 24/7 Emergency Medical Helpline
• Cover for 100's of sports and activities free of charge (with the option to extend and include many more);
• Discounts for couples and families;
• 14 day cooling off period;
• Cover includes cancellation, emergency medical expenses, personal belongings, cash and travel documents and much more;
• Optional Gadget Extension.
• Access To Our Free Customer Area!

 

What to do in Italy

Now, it is not all about the food, even if it is amazing! There are so many amazing places to see in Italy, so we have given you a few options below of some to add to your to-do list while you’re there.

Vatican/St Peter’s/Sistine Chapel Tour

 

• All rolled into one, we have found a tour that skips the queues for you, costing just £57 per adult for all three! (Also includes a headset to hear your guide clearly)
• If you’re planning to see St Peter’s, make sure you don’t book a Wednesday as it is unavailable due to the weekly Papal audience.
• This tour takes roughly 3 hours so wear comfortable shoes – unfortunately it is not accessible for wheelchair users.

Pompeii and Capri Island Day Trip

• Ticks two boxes off of your bucket list in one go for £105 per adult – great if you are short on time!
• Pompeii entrance fees are unfortunately not included but these cost just €11. You do get travel from Naples, queue skip, water, local guide and more.
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required and a moderate amount of walking is involved. We would suggest doing this trip between March – November.

Colosseum

• Beat the queue with this pass just for £28 per adult at various different start times.
• Guided one-hour tour with headset – then explore at your own pace!
• Now one of the 7 Wonders of the world it is a must see for any trip to Italy.

*All information and prices correct as at August 2018.
 

Advice for travelling to Italy

Entry Requirements

As a British National, you will not require a visa to enter Italy.

However, always ensure that your passport is in date and is valid for the whole duration of your stay, as you won’t be covered if you need to cancel because of this!

Medical

From 1st January 2021 rules around travel to Europe have changed, visit the Government website for up to date information on passports, EHIC, healthcare and more.

We’ll update this page with more information as and when the Government release it.

For more medical information prior to travelling to Italy please click here.
 

Useful Info:

Currency	Euro - Click here for the current exchange rate.
Capital City	Rome
Population	Over 59,000,000
Emergency Info	For General emergencies, call 113. Police: 112 Ambulance: 118 Fire Brigade: 115 Forest Fire: 1515 Car Breakdown assistance: 116
Tipping Protocol	In restaurants it is customary to leave It is not necessary to tip in Italy, so leaving the waiter change if paying cash is fine! If you see ‘Coperto’ on your bill – this is the charge for tablecloth/silverware etc although illegal in some regions. Ensure you keep your receipts. Police generally are around for safety purposes and can ask you to prove you have paid upon leaving.
Drinking Age	18 years – although 16/17year olds are permitted to drink a glass of beer, wine or cider in a restaurant whilst eating.
Weather	Earthquakes can be a regular occurrence as much of Italy lies on a major seismic fault line. For more information click here
Seasons	Spring – March until May Summer – June until August Autumn – September until November Winter – December until February
Languages spoken	Italian
Phrases	Hello – Ciao Good Morning – Buongiorno How are you? – Come va How much please – Quanto per favore Good night – Buona Notte
Plug Type	220V to 230V – 50Hz
Driving Side	Right Hand Side
Local Laws/Customs	You should always be able to show identification- Photocopies of your passport should be enough – unless it is whilst driving when you will need the original. You could also be stopped if purchasing from illegal traders on the street (mainly found in tourist areas)