Your essential Italy travel guide

Walk among the ruins of Ancient Rome, hike through the dazzling Dolomites or indulge in world-famous regional cuisine – Italy makes for an unforgettable trip. If you want to see the very best of a place (plus a few surprises along the way), DK’s Italy travel guide is the one for you.

Every page is designed to inspire you and make planning easy, with travel ideas, easy-to-follow itineraries and detailed area-by-area chapters so you can experience Italy your way, whatever you’re into.

Inside this updated Italy guide book, you’ll find:

- our expert picks of Italy’s must-see sights and top experiences
- beautiful photography and iconic cutaway illustrations that put you inside the country’s hot spots
- clear, dependable maps and easy-to-follow walking tours
- inspiring itineraries to match your time, interests, and pace
- cultural insights that bring Italy’s history and traditions to life
- tips on the best places to eat, drink, shop, and stay
- detailed area-by-area chapters, covering all parts of Italy
- practical advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe

With DK, planning feels like part of the adventure. Whether it’s your first trip or your fifth, our Italy travel guide book will help you make every day as memorable as the next.

Looking for something more specific? DK has a variety of travel guides to Italy, including Rome, Venice, Naples, Sicily and Florence and Tuscany.