Travel Guide: Italy 2026

Internet & connectivity

Network: Good to very fast 4G/5G (TIM, Vodafone, WindTre)

Local SIMs require a passport in store. An eSIM is faster and covers the EU on a regional plan.

eSIM compatibility:5/5★★★★★

Best areas

Connectivity tips

• ●Coverage is solid in cities, weaker in rural Tuscany and the Dolomites
• ●Download offline maps before exploring the countryside
• ●Hotels and trains usually offer free Wi-Fi

Best time to visit

April–June or September–October (mild, fewer tourists)

Getting around: Frecciarossa high-speed trains, metro in Rome and Milan