Italy Holidays 2024 | Holidays to Italy from Ireland | Travel Department (2024)

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How far in advance should I book a trip to Italy? ›

Book your trip a minimum of six months in advance.

Six months ahead of time is the minimum length of time you should give yourself to secure your spot on a group trip. For example, a May 2024 trip should be secured at the latest by the end of December 2023.

The most important holidays – with the most closures – are Christmas and Easter, followed by New Year's Day and Labor Day. Chiuso per Ferie means Closed for Holiday – a sign you're likely to see anytime there is a public holiday or in August!

Here is a list of the Italian holidays for your 2024–2025 diary. Whether you live here or are just visiting, it is a good idea to take note of Italy's holidays. Many of the country's official 12 public holidays are tied to the Catholic calendar. Some regions have their own additional observance.

For a first time visit to Italy, I highly recommend visiting the “big three” of Rome, Florence, and Venice. I recommend spending three nights in Rome, two nights in Florence, and two nights in Venice. If you're the average traveler with limited vacation days, I suggest breaking it down like below.

Find the cheapest time to fly to Italy

Looking for the cheapest ticket prices to Italy? It looks like November is currently the cheapest time to fly.

Overall, November is the cheapest time to visit Italy, but if you choose to visit in the winter, make sure you pack at least some warm clothes and wet weather gear, as the country can see its fair share of rainy days and cold temperatures during the late Fall as well.

The currency in Italy is the euro. Each euro is divided into 100 cents. When you're buying currency for Italy, look out for the currency code EUR. And once you're in Italy, you'll see the symbol € used to show prices.

Yes, you can wear leggings in Italy. Leggings are comfortable and versatile, and many Italian women wear them as part of their everyday outfits. However, it's important to note that leggings are not considered appropriate attire for some occasions, such as formal events or religious sites.

Train schedules tend to be fairly consistent from day to day. Sundays and holidays are the exceptions to that rule, however, when trains run less frequently. Note that on some public holidays trains can get booked up well in advance by locals who are traveling to visit family.

What's on in Italy in 2024? ›

A 1-week Italy tour would cost about 11,000–14,000 USD for a family of four (kids under 10 could travel with a 30–50% discount) or 6,000–7,000 USD for a couple. (This doesn't include the costs of international flights.)

If your time is limited, you'll be able to see Italy's highlights in a matter of days—but spending two weeks or more means you'll get to explore multiple regions and fall in love with authentic Italy.

Although there is enough to do in Italy to fill a week, we recommend a stay of at least 10 days in Italy for the complete experience. However, if you've only got two or three days in Italy, you will still be able to cover many of the main highlights of the country.

The best time to visit Italy is during the spring (April-May) or early fall (September-October) when the weather is pleasant, the prices are low and the crowds are thin. Italy is fortunate to have a temperate climate most of the year, with the summer months (June, July, and August) being the hottest.