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The best time to go to Italy. Season in Italy, beach holiday seasons in Italian resorts

Of course, you can read in guidebooks that Italy is a destination that is in demand at any time of the year, study when the Apennines are in high and low season, and time your trip to some event. Or you can approach it the other way by asking one simple question: “OK, so when is the best time to visit Italy?”

There is no simple answer to this question. After all, what is good for some is absolutely not suitable for others. Therefore, we will offer a wide focus with different points vision (budget, weather and holidays), and the decision will remain your prerogative. After all, rather than follow the guide, it is always better to weigh all the pros and cons and come to the conclusion that is most appropriate in your particular case.

Budget nuances

So, like everywhere else in the World, in Italy there are seasons that are a little more expensive and a little less expensive. This, in turn, depends to a large extent on the cost of the hotel and air travel. And although the charters negotiated by tour operators are making their own amendments, traditionally high seasons in Italy- This:

  • Summer is the longest and high season in Italy. And not only in terms of prices, but also in the physical number of tourists. In some places, this is the exception, but the exception, as you know, only confirms the rule. The most peak month of summer in Italy is August, when the Italians themselves, for the most part, leave the cities and go to the beaches.
  • Late May and early September last years it has already become a tradition that the high season in Italy extends not only to the summer, but also affects the neighboring months. Therefore, do not be surprised that the cost of a hotel, say, in May is almost the same as the cost of the same hotel in August. In some regions, this trend is not so noticeable, however, the more popular the tourist route, the more pronounced price stability.
  • Christmas (Catholic style) - although towards the middle low season(winter) prices in Italy sag significantly, however, Christmas is a period when Europeans and Americans often leave their homes, setting off to travel. The law of supply and demand in the Apennines works instantly, and therefore the prices for the Christmas holidays in Italy are also traditionally higher than at other off-season times.
  • Easter is another holiday that causes a short-term jump in prices. This is explained by the long weekend that many Italians try to spend when visiting, as well as the influx of tourists to one of the most zealous countries in the Catholic world.

In addition to the periods listed above, please note that in many years and regions of Italy there are also regional holidays and events, sometimes large enough to cause a significant influx of tourists. Such local events include, for example, the Perugia Chocolate Festival. We will return to this topic a little later, but for now we will simply take into account that the cost of visiting a particular region can rise significantly even, it would seem, in the low season.

Weather in Italy

For many people, a vacation is not a vacation unless it is accompanied by clear and sunny weather. If you feel the same way, then the best time to visit is from May to September. Of course, as we mentioned above, this is the most expensive season too.

Some people think that November in Rome is not the best idea, but it's a good time for a budget tour

At the other end of the weather spectrum is winter, which can be either wet or snowy depending on where exactly you plan to be. The skiers will more are interested in visiting one of the many Italian ski resorts, while budget travelers can benefit from low off-season prices. If you belong to the second category, then take note that visiting the Apennines in winter is not the best time to plan hiking trips or long romantic trips through the streets of Italian cities.

What can help you plan your trip better in this case is to study the historical temperatures and rainfall rates in the city you are going to visit. Taking into account that weather in Milan and, say, in Palermo they are different at any time of the year - this will help you better prepare for the conditions that may await you on the way. It is clear that immediately before the trip it would be useful to look at the weather forecast, since modern technologies greatly simplified this question.

Holidays in Italy

We have already mentioned the impact of the holidays when we talked about the price of a trip. However, if the price is not an argument for you, then you, of course, can ignore this aspect. On the other hand, regardless of the price issue, "hitting the holiday" can have other consequences. However, they are both positive and negative.

The positive aspects include the fact that the Italians are real masters of the holiday. And regardless of whether little holiday or large, it is often accompanied by parades, fireworks, music and, of course, food. Even if the festival has nothing to do with cuisine, scrupulous Italians almost always include some kind of dish as its invariable attribute. From this point of view visiting Italy during the holidays and festivals threatens with a lot of positive emotions and warm memories.

However, the fact that the Italians are completely devoted to the holiday can really mix the cards, especially if you are moving around the country with short stops in each city. So, the consequence of the holiday is, often, closed shops, shops, restaurants and museums. And, if you arrive for one day during Good Friday, you are unlikely to implement the planned cultural program.

Golden mean

After evaluating all the pros and cons, a reasonable question that may arise is where is the golden mean. Well, that's very subjective. In our opinion, the best time to plan a trip to Italy is exactly between late September and early November, as well as late March and early May. As a rule, at this time the weather pleases with sunny days, and prices are still far from peak.

Of course, you need to take into account the vagaries of the weather. And the same March can turn out to be both unusually sunny and super-rainy; beaches and skiing are also outside this decision. But these are already nuances. However, it's up to you.

P.S. Lots of interesting and useful information about Italy can also be found on the site REVIEW.Ru. Probably one of the best collections of information about tourism in Runet.

P.S. If you have chosen the time of your trip to Italy for yourself, think about the excursion programs that are most interesting to you. Moreover, choosing excursions in Italy is very simple - you just need to familiarize yourself with the proposed routes and place an order.

lovers beach holiday Italy will open its unique seaside resorts. The length of the sea coast of Italy is almost 7.5 thousand kilometers. There are 5,000 equipped beaches, a myriad of hotels from one to five stars and campsites, 40,000 places for receiving yachts and ships.
The beaches of Italy are well equipped, always perfectly cleaned, equipped with an extensive list of modern infrastructure. On the gentle sands, smoothly fading into the sea blue stretching to the horizon, any tourist will feel cozy and comfortable, taking sunbaths, available here for a significant part of the year.

The diversity of the seas of Italy

The coast of Italy is washed by several seas at once - the Ligurian, Tyrrhenian, Ionian and Adriatic, which are part of the Mediterranean. Connoisseurs say: in the Ligurian Sea, the water has an azure hue, in the Tyrrhenian Sea it is ultramarine, off the coast of Sardinia it sparkles with emerald hues, in Sicily it is rich green, the Adriatic repeats the color of the sky, and the Ionian Sea turns lilac at sunset.

The Mediterranean Sea is the south of Italy, the famous Sicily and Sardinia.

The Ionian Sea is also the south of the country, namely Basilicata, Calabria and East Coast Sicily.

The Adriatic Sea is the east of Italy with the most famous resorts of Rimini and Pesaro.

Ligurian Sea - north west coast, Liguria, with the world-famous San Remo, Portofino, Cinque Terre.

The Tyrrhenian Sea is the western coast of Italy. Amalfi, Sorrento, the island of Capri are always at the service of numerous tourists.

Lakes of Italy

To the north of Milan, surrounded by the Alpine mountains, from east to west stretches a necklace of the most beautiful lakes not only in Italy, but throughout Europe - Garda, Iseo, Como, Lugano, Varese, Lago Maggiore, Orta. These places were loved and sung by many poets and writers, artists and philosophers - from Catullus to Hemingway.

The lakes are surrounded by mountains, and the climate in these places is mild, almost subtropical. During the tourist season from May to October, the air temperature remains within +22 +28 degrees.

On the shores there are resort towns, picturesque old villas and cozy hotels standing in splendid isolation, surrounded by palm trees and cypresses, oleanders, olive, lemon and orange trees, flowering shrubs and vineyards.

Features of a beach holiday in Italy

  • being on municipal beaches from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. in Italy is prohibited by law. The beaches are patrolled by the police, violators are fined - about 150 €;
  • each beach has its own caretaker who keeps the territory clean and tidy and charges for the use of umbrellas and sunbeds (about 10 €). At the height of the season, on some beaches, sunbeds located on the first line from the sea can go at a double rate;
  • the first 5 meters of the beach from the water's edge are free, here you can sunbathe on a towel - this is a local rule for all beaches;
  • you can sunbathe topless, but it is better to move along the beach and swim in the sea in a swimsuit;
  • you can not dry wet clothes by hanging them on umbrellas and sunbeds;
  • it is forbidden to change clothes by wrapping yourself in a towel - there are special booths for this;
  • it is forbidden to play football on the beach and drink alcohol;
  • rules for conversations on mobile phone. It was not forbidden to talk on a mobile phone, but if the conversation interferes with the neighbors on the beach and they ask you to turn off the phone, the speaker is obliged to obey;
  • the sun is especially dangerous from 12 to 16 hours, so the best time for sunbathing is from 9 to 11 am and after 16 hours. The sea is usually very calm in the mornings, expect breezes of varying intensity in the evenings.

The beaches of Italy

In Italy, the beaches are municipal, but they can be conditionally divided into public and private.

Public beaches are marked special sign and located near or within cities. They do not have any infrastructure, occasionally there are bars or stands with drinks, but there are always a huge number of vacationers.

Private beaches are parts of the coast leased to private entrepreneurs. They are paid, their cost depends on the degree of comfort and the development of infrastructure: sun loungers, umbrellas, separate cabanas, showers, tents with tables.

The beaches of Italy annually fall into the high lines of the world rankings of the cleanest and most beautiful beaches. According to the World Tourism Organization, out of the 20 best beaches in the world, 3 are in Italy: Lido di Mondello in Sicily, Costa Smeralda in Sardinia, Tavira in Italy.

According to the Italian environmental organization Legambiente, the best beaches in all of Italy are: Vernazza, Riomaggiore, Monterosso al Mare, Otranto, Tremiti, Pollica, Camerota, Ustica ), Sirolo, Villasimius, Orosei, Castiglione della Pescaia.

Several hundred beaches in Italy have been awarded the Blue Flag for cleanliness. Among the leaders are the regions of Ligurgia, Marche and Tuscany.

The beaches of Italy are not only the cleanest sea, golden sand and developed infrastructure, they are also picturesque pictures of nature. The most beautiful beaches in Italy are recognized as the beaches of Ligurgia (it is also called the "Riviera of Flowers").

Beach holiday season in Italy

The active swimming season in Italy begins at the end of May and ends in mid-October. Average daily air/water temperature: June +22/+20°С, July +26/+24°С, August +28/+26°С, September +24/+23°С. Rains are rare.

At the same time, it is important to take into account some features of the climate in Italy in different parts countries. Amalfi, Liguria, Sicily, Sardinia - the peak season for each of them is July-August. The longest swimming season in Italy is celebrated in Sardinia, Capri and on the Adriatic coast of the country.

August for Italy is the busiest month. The mass of tourists on the beaches and the period of holidays with the locals. Therefore, if you want more privacy, choose June or September, when it is still warm enough (+ 25 ° C air, + 20-25 ° C - water), but there are already fewer people.

Beach holiday destinations in Italy

~ Adriatic Sea ~

Venetian Riviera one of the best places in Italy for holidays with children. This resort differs from other beach areas in Italy with wide sandy beaches, calm warm shallow sea and fine dolomite "golden" sand.

Adriatic Riviera - low green hills stretch along the coast, the water in the sea is almost ideal for swimming. Its cleanliness is constantly monitored by experts. The coast goes down gradually and the beaches are absolutely safe. The sun is quite hot, but not causing discomfort. Concerts, competitions and exhibitions are regularly held on the beaches, sailing regattas are held in the harbor.

Marche belong to 180 kilometers of the Adriatic coast. Local beaches are divided into two types. The first are rather large and lively centers with an active nightlife, a mass of foreign tourists and an endless wall of hotels along the promenade. These include, for example, Gabicce Mare, Pesaro and San Benedetto del Tronto. The second type includes smaller resorts, with small beaches and a predominance of rented villas and apartments. In such places, Italians usually rest with their families.

Abruzzo- The 130-kilometer coast can be divided into two parts: northern and southern. The busiest beaches are located on the north coast. The shores here are gentle, sandy, the descent into the water is gradual, convenient for children and inexperienced swimmers, the sea is calm. southern part coast - from Ortona (Ortona) to Vasto (Vasto) - more "wild", rocky, covered with dense Mediterranean vegetation, but even here the beaches are equipped with everything you need.

Molise- the beaches are small, sandy, cozy, ideal for those who do not like to sunbathe and swim among the crowds of tourists. Well-maintained beaches are located in the vicinity of the city. Among them are three Blue Flag winners: Rio Vivo, Sant Antonio and Spiagge Centrali. These are sandy city beaches, which are crowded only on weekends and holidays.

Apulia- from the cliffs of Gargano, covered with centuries-old forests and the amazing Tremiti Islands with fantastic underwater caves to Gallipoli (Gallipoli), the Apulian coast is one huge beach that pleases not only the body, but also the eye. The beaches of Gargano are of two types: rocky terraces or narrow strips of sand at the foot of the rocks. An excellent choice for those who wish to enjoy the sea and the mountains at the same time. The beaches of San Domino are mostly rocky (but there are also a few sandy ones) and wild. There are no bars, no sunbed rentals, no showers. The urban sandy beach of Brindisi is fully landscaped.

~ Ionian Sea ~

Basilicata has access to the Tyrrhenian and Ionian seas. Wonderful beaches on the shores of two seas are almost deserted and clean. The water is warm enough for swimming from May to November.

Calabria- the coast is washed by two seas: Ionian and Tyrrhenian. There are enough beaches for every taste: you can spend time in deserted coves hidden among the rocks or hang out on crowded, well-equipped beaches that turn into noisy discos in the evenings. The beaches of the Tyrrhenian coast are sandy, rather long, surrounded by small cliffs. Ionian - more secluded, small and rocky.

~ Ligurian Sea ~

Liguria- the beaches are usually stone or pebble, not wide, but well protected from the winds by coastal cliffs and hills. Sandy beaches start near San Lorenzo al Mare and stretch to Alassio.

~ Tyrrhenian Sea ~

Tuscany- the northern coast is famous for its resorts, where Italians who come here from other provinces rest from July to August. The towns from Viareggio to Marina di Carrara are connected by a coastal road running close to sandy beaches. All beaches are comfortable, crowded, differing from each other only in the color of sunbeds and umbrellas.

Coast of Odysseus (Riviera di Ulisse) stretched along the Tyrrhenian Sea for more than 100 km. Due to its climate with the largest number of sunny days per year on the Tyrrhenian Sea, as well as a warm climate that allows you to "stretch" the beach season from May to November, this region has become one of the most visited sea ​​resorts countries. There are beautiful wide sandy beaches, steep cliffs and crystal clear sea.

Campaign- a region with developed tourism opportunities. The most popular among tourists are the beaches of Campagna on the Sorrento Peninsula and on the banks of the Amalfi. The largest beach is Marina Grande. This is a well-maintained beach with cabins and umbrellas, cafes and bars on the shore. The pastel-colored houses descending to the water's edge contrast with the clear blue of the sky and the deep blue of the sea.

~ Islands of Italy ~

Sicily is the largest of the Mediterranean islands. Along its 1,000-kilometer coastline are beautiful beaches and resorts. In addition, Sicily is surrounded by a necklace of small satellite archipelagos, which also deserve the attention of lovers of the sea and the sun.

Island of Capri - on the island there are a lot of fabulous beauty of small secluded coves, almost completely hidden from prying eyes by high rocks and lush vegetation. Most of the beaches can only be reached by boat. The beaches are mostly pebbly or stone platforms descending to the sea.

~ Lakes ~

Lake Garda- one of the most charming places in Italy, the soul of Italian resorts and, moreover, its largest lake, with beaches with a total length of 45 km. All beaches on Lake Garda are sandy, there are equipped beaches. Lake Garda - perfect place for windsurfers, divers, canoes, navigationalists, anglers and sportsmen. bathing season on Lake Garda lasts from mid-June to August.

Lake Como- the beaches are mostly rocky and/or grassy. There are equipped beaches. The western part of the lake is recognized as suitable for swimming. Among them are the beaches in the cities of Argegno, Bellagio, Cremia, Menaggio, Tremezzo, Sala Comacina. The eastern part of the lake is rated as an excellent place for swimming. The beaches are located in the cities of Bellano, Dervio, Lecco, Lierna, Mandello, Colico, Perledo. The swimming season on Lake Como lasts from April to September.

Lake Maggiore It is the second largest lake in Italy after Garda. Maggiore is located in two provinces - Lombardy and Piedmont, and the northern part - in Switzerland. The most famous resorts are located on the western shore of the lake in the province of Piedmont. Verbano, Stresa, Intra - concentrated here best hotels, it is from here that the most beautiful views to the lake and islands.

Italy is a country of contrasts, many-sided and many-sided. She attracts a huge number of curious tourists and those who have already fallen in love with her without looking back. If you are going to spend your vacation in this country, then we will tell you when it is best to go to Italy for vacation, shopping or excursions.

Millions of people come here all year round. different countries. In summer, the beaches of the Adriatic and Tuscany with golden sands, stunning views of the bays of Liguria and Amalfi await guests. Winter holidays you can have a great time at the ski resorts of Piedmont and the Dolomites. Well, how can you miss its famous carnivals, holidays and visits to ancient sights!

When is the best time to travel to Italy?

The entertainment programs of tours to Italy are very rich and informative, they will leave a lot of amazing impressions after seeing the sights of its cities and exciting stories of guides. Country with richest history and culture, is a monument under open sky, there is something to see at any time of the year. However, the question arises: when is it better to go to Italy specifically for the purpose of inspecting its monuments of history, architecture and art?

It is worth remembering that if you want to see the sights of major cities such as Naples, Milan, Rome, it is best to choose a time when there are practically no tourists in Italy. As a rule, it is mid-autumn and early spring from March to May. To travel around Florence the most the best period It will be October or March, when it is warm on the streets of the city, and hotels, museums and restaurants attract with their prices and not crowded.

Trips to the provincial cities of Italy are best done in summer and autumn. Remember that every city in the country has its own saints, in whose honor holidays are held. On such days, Italy just looks like a huge anthill, where on the streets, in hotels, restaurants and all entertainment venues there is simply nowhere for an apple to fall. As a rule, prices are higher, and the very quality of excursions will be greatly spoiled due to the large accumulation of tourist groups from other countries.

When is the best time to go to Italy by the sea

When choosing a beach holiday in Italy, first of all, you need to study all the services, advantages and disadvantages of the hotel where you intend to stay. If you are going to relax on the beach, you can not be interested in the presence of attractions near your place of residence, and other entertainment and educational institutions too. However, if you want to combine excursions and the sea, then in this case it is better to choose coastal areas, because the weather is also not always favorable, and then you can take a walk around the city.

Among the popular seaside resorts, it is worth noting: Rimini, located on the Adriatic coast. The city attracts tourists with its distinctive markets, theater shows and nightly festivals. For two thousand years of its existence, Rimini keeps a sufficient number of ancient monuments of history and architecture. Another equally popular and interesting Italian resort is Calabria. Here, mountain landscapes with waterfalls are harmoniously intertwined with an endless string of beaches, and traditions different peoples get along well in peace and friendship. Also, the island of Sicily is famous for its luxurious beaches, warm climate and respectable hotels.

The beach season in Italy usually starts at the end of May. Despite this, even in early June, the water can still be quite cool, only + 18-20C. Certainly the temperature sea ​​water will depend on which direction you choose. Longer swimming season in Italy in Capri, the Tyrrhenian coast of Sicily, in Sardinia, Ischia, as well as in resorts with thermal springs. For example, the swimming season in the Ionian Sea starts in May and lasts until mid-November.

During the summer, water almost everywhere warms up to + 23-26C, and you can swim until the beginning of October. The peak of the season is July-August, but it is difficult to call it the best time for a trip: there are a lot of vacationers, and, for example, in Sicily the air temperature can reach +40C. The most pleasant time for a beach holiday is the Velvet season, which in Italy falls on September-October. At this time, the sun is no longer so scorching, and the water temperature reaches a comfortable mark of +22 - +25C, depending on the location of the resort.

Where better to go to Italy: holidays in ski resorts

For those who prefer the ski resorts of Italy, the best period for a trip is December-April. The most attractive for skiers, of course, is Northern Italy, where there are more than 3,500 modern ski slopes, as well as hundreds of mountain hotels and schools for beginner skiers.

It is more comfortable to get here from Turin or Milan. Ski competitions are held in the mountains every year. international level, so do not forget that there will be more fans-tourists here than the athletes themselves. For hiking in the Alpine foothills, the best time is June-September.

Holidays and festivals - the best time to go to Italy to relax

Summer in Italy is always associated with numerous holidays and festivals. The country has long been an international platform where various events are held different levels. Excellent cuisine, a variety of music of all styles and trends, cultural events, folklore festivals - all this and much more Italy offers guests and tourists in the summer season.

If you are not afraid of high prices and a large crowd of people, then this period is ideal for you, especially since everyone knows that Italians have always been considered masters of holidays. As a rule, on almost all days of celebrations, many shops, museums, restaurants and shops are closed. However, all trade takes place in the squares, where you can buy a wide variety of souvenirs and try traditional Italian sweets and wine.

Going to the city of Tuscany at the end of September, you will definitely get to the annual festival of wine and grapes. It is held in the city of Chiusi, on the streets of which there are a large number of stands where you can taste the wine of local producers. The festive program includes musical performances and performances.

Every year Venice hosts the International Film Festival, which falls at the end of August. In addition, in even years, in June-September, the largest international exhibition “Venice Biennale” is held, as well as the oldest carnival in the world “Venetian Carnival of Masks”. The season of opera performances at La Scala starts in December and continues until May.

Shopping in Italy - from souvenirs to fur coats

The winter season of sales, as a rule, begins on the last days of the Christmas holidays on January 6-7, and continues until Lent. The second season of discounts is held in the summer, which starts on July 1 and ends on August 30-31. At the very beginning, discounts are small from 10% to 30%, but it is at this time that you can buy the best and highest quality things: this time is considered the best when you can go shopping in Italy. In recent days, discounts grow up to 50-70%.

If you are not into fashion and are not afraid that the item you bought will be from last year's collection, then go straight outside of Milan. It is here that the famous outlets are located - huge shopping centers which are physically impossible to bypass in a day. The largest outlet in Europe is the Serravalle Designer Outlet, which is a whole settlement of 170 bars, cafes and restaurants, parking lots and recreation areas.

All summer sales start in Rome, where the best places for shopping are: Piazza di Spagna, namely Frattina, ViaCondotti, Sistina and Borgognona streets. Then it is transferred to Florence, Milan, Turin and Verona: here sales will continue until the end of August.

For those who decide to buy a fur coat in Italy, it should be noted that you should not look after them in boutiques, here they will be expensive. good option will visit fur factories. As a rule, Italian brands are not popular enough in Russia, but they are of excellent quality. Several such enterprises are located in San Marino and Rimini, where prices start from 1000 euros.

The most economical way to purchase a fur coat is to buy it in the outlet. You can easily find fur coats from last year's collections from brands such as: FENDI, VALENTINO, BLUMARINE, ROBERTO CAVALLI with excellent discounts of 30-70%. A luxurious knee-length fur coat can cost you only 800 euros here.

Of course, if you decide to visit Italy, you should study all the pros and cons, but the choice is yours. Send everything to hell, pack your suitcase and set off to travel around the medieval streets of the Eternal City.

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Did you know that you can relax in Italy not only in summer? Italy is an amazing country where tourist seasons are determined not by weather conditions, as is customary, but by movable interests. And noteworthy is the fact that summer, autumn, winter and spring in Italy are equally fun and interesting.

Tourist seasons in Italy

Experienced connoisseurs of Italy know that there is no time frame according to which you can divide your vacation in Italy into certain seasons. All these boundaries are quite transparent. And it is stupid and wrong to think that there are two tourist periods in Italy - summer and winter. Let's take a closer look at this issue.

beach season

In 99% of cases, the first acquaintance with Italy for most tourists happened against the backdrop of a resort holiday. Italy is a country of climatic contrasts, but the beach trend is quite clear from June to early / mid-September. On some Italian coasts, the water will still be cool in June, but the closer to the south, the warmer.

Summer is a crazy influx of tourists, when not only the beaches, but also the cities are crowded. July and August are months for daredevils who endure the heat. In August, jellyfish begin to nail to many coasts, making normal swimming almost impossible.

If the vacation is planned for August, it is better to give preference to the northern regions of Italy, where it is a little cooler. In Rome and Milan, the temperature often exceeds 35°C.

September in Italy is the velvet season. At least the first half of the month will be very warm and suitable for comfortable swimming and activities. water sports sports.

Tour of sights and cities

When is the best time to do this? Considering that most tour. operators offer their customers a comprehensive holiday program "1 week of excursions + 1 week of beach holidays", then the fact that Russian tourists get to know significant places in Italy in the summer is ineradicable. However, if you want to explore in more detail cultural heritage countries, it is better to give preference to autumn or spring.

What's wrong with summer? Judge for yourself. The Vatican Museum in the summer is like one huge anthill, in Venice every gondola is overflowing with Japanese schoolchildren, Florence abounds with American students more than the entire US state of New England put together. So it turns out that a visit to the Colosseum and the Pantheon will take place in the "gallop across Europe" mode, and given the scorching sun in earnest - in short dashes from one fountain to another.


Sale season

Italy is the world's fashion houses and branded boutiques, Italians dressed "to the needle" and sophisticated Italians. "Why are we worse?" - Russian tourists argue and, without hesitation, buy a plane ticket. In principle, in Italy some kind of sales are organized all year round, however, the largest ones take place in winter from the first Saturday of January to last numbers February / early March (it all depends on the balance of goods), as well as in summer - from the first days of July to the end of August.


A week haute couture in Milan

Haute Couture Week in Milan is a grandiose event of world significance not only among eminent couturiers and stars, but also among all girls who are actively interested in the fashion industry. This vibrant event takes place in February and has up to a hundred shows of many declared clothing collections. Prices at this time for hotels in Milan will be very high, so you should take care of booking them early.

ski season

Nature endowed Italy with a long Alpine ridge, and the government worked on its worthy cutting by building dozens of modern ski resorts. Snow in northern Italy falls already in October, but the real ski season starts in mid-December and usually lasts until the end of February, and sometimes until early March.


Winter holidays

Who among you has not dreamed of celebrating the New Year or spending Christmas in Italy? At this time, she is fabulously beautiful. Has at least one lover ever thought about celebrating February 14 with his soulmate in Verona, the birthplace of Romeo and Juliet?


The end of January attracts millions of tourists from all over the world with the Venice Carnival - a grandiose, enchanting show taking place on the water. As you can see, in winter Italy is rich in the brightest holidays of the year. The “Orange Fights” in the northern town of Ivrea, which take place here every February, will seem very unusual, but at the same time alluring for the Russian traveler.

spring season


In spring, you can enjoy hiking along the emerald paths and green meadows in the Alps, the slopes of which have already taken off their fluffy, white cape. This is a great time to go on a sea cruise in southern shores Italy without fear of high temperatures.

Italian autumn

Italian autumn is a season for true gourmets, a juicy time full of bright colors. In the fall, fruits and grapes are harvested, starting to make a new, young wine. Autumn is just the right time to taste this truly divine drink in wine cellars and specialized halls. Gastronomic tours are also very popular in autumn, as the time for national cuisine festivals comes.

When is it possible, without fear for your vacation, to go on vacation to Italy, an attractive country for many? Depending on the needs and expectations of the trip, choose the most suitable months:

  • In April-May and September-October the most acceptable weather for exciting and educational trips for the purpose of excursions to beautiful cities, long walks and gatherings in cafes.
  • The season for lovers of ski holidays lasts from December to the end of March.

  • It is worth coming for shopping in Milan and other cities from January 5-7 to the end of March ( winter sales) or from July 2-7 to the end of August (summer).

  • The best time for a beach holiday is from July to the end of September.

The temperate climate in the northern part of the country is replaced by subtropical in the south. Rainfall is also uneven, with the driest regions being Sardinia and Sicily, while the Apennines and the Alps have much higher humidity.

Italy in winter

Despite the differences in climate in different parts of the country, winters are mild and warm. In the northern part (Milan, Turin) the temperature varies from +6 to +10 oC, while in the southern regions (Palermo, Sardinia) the air warms up to +16 oC.

Tours to Italy for New Year chosen by sales fans. Particularly long lines for new clothes line up in Rome, Milan and Bologna.

From mid-December, the holiday season starts in the ski resorts of Italy. Cervinia, Courmayeur, Val di Fassa, Bormio, Val d'Aosta, Val Gardena and other popular resorts attract winter skiers from all over the world. Gorgeous slopes, amazing views, experienced instructors, excellent service and hundreds of kilometers of snow await skiers and snowboarders.

Famous Venice Carnival and the "Battle of the Oranges" in Turin take place in February. For long sightseeing walks in the fresh air, winter is not the best time due to frequent rains and strong wind. But you can safely go to the Vatican Museums, the Borghese and Uffizi galleries: there are much fewer tourists in winter, and a trip in January or February will cost less. And this is a good opportunity to celebrate St. Valentine or 23 February.

Italy in spring

Despite the fact that mostly chilly weather persists in March, it is very romantic to celebrate International Women's Day on March 8 here. But April-May is the best time to plan a trip to Italy in 2019 if the main goal is excursions and long walks through gardens, parks and villas. Many combine excursions in Rome, Florence and Milan with trips to Lake Garda, Como and Maggiore. Italian spring is a cascade of flowering trees and fragrances: irises and daffodils bloom in Piedmont and Tuscany, and in the Sigurta garden near Verona you can admire an alley of roses and endless carpets of tulips. Going to May holidays to Italy, you need to keep in mind that a comfortable temperature is set here up to +22 oC, but it is still cold to swim.

Italy during the summer months

The beach holiday season in Italy starts from the end of May, and the peak is in July and August, when the prices for tours are the highest. Rimini and the neighboring city of Riccione are the most popular resorts with wide sandy beaches, where many families come with their children. Capri, Sicily, Sardinia and the resorts of the Amalfi Coast will cost more. In August, it is very hot in the south of the country - up to +40 oC. When planning excursions in Rome, Pisa, Venice and Palermo, you should also not forget about the summer heat, so at the height of the day it is better to hide in the museum.

Italy in autumn

According to travelers, September and October are the ideal time not only for a full-fledged beach holiday, but also for trekking in Dolomites and the Apennines. The most courageous go to see the volcanoes of Sicily. At this time in Italy there are numerous "harvest" festivals dedicated to olive oil, pizza, truffles, Parma ham, chestnuts and, of course, wines. In November, the weather becomes changeable and windy, but the cost of tours drops significantly. So, when going to Italy for the November holidays, do not forget to take warm clothes and an umbrella with you.