All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day in Italy: Traditions, Closures and What Travelers Should Know
November 1 is a national holiday in Italy; November 2 is a day of remembrance. Here is how both dates affect traditions, opening hours and travel plans.
Italy’s UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage: Traditions, Crafts and Celebrations
Italy’s living UNESCO heritage includes music, theatre, craftsmanship, food traditions, agriculture, processions and community knowledge passed from one generation to the next.
Italian Sunday Lunch: Traditions, Courses and Regional Dishes
The Italian Sunday lunch, or pranzo della domenica, is much more than a leisurely meal. From handmade pasta and regional specialties to family stories shared over coffee, explore one of Italy’s most beloved traditions and learn how to recreate it at home.
Italian Aperitivo: Drinks, Food, Etiquette & City Guide
Italian aperitivo is much more than happy hour. This complete guide explains when Italians go, what they drink and eat, how aperitivo changes from Turin to Venice, Milan, Florence, Rome and Naples, and the etiquette every visitor should know.
Italian Superstitions Explained: Luck, the Evil Eye and Strange Traditions
Why do Italians fear Friday the 17th, touch iron for protection and avoid placing bread upside down? Explore the meanings and origins of Italy’s most enduring superstitions, lucky symbols and regional traditions.
La Bella Figura: The Italian Art of Making a Good Impression
La bella figura is one of Italy’s most fascinating cultural concepts. Far more than simply dressing well, it describes the importance Italians place on appearance, manners, dignity and the impression they make on others.
Italian Greetings and Etiquette: How to Say Hello and Goodbye in Italy
Italians have a greeting for almost every situation. Discover when to say buongiorno, buonasera, ciao, salve and arrivederci, along with the unwritten rules of handshakes, cheek kisses, introductions and everyday Italian etiquette.
Italian Coffee Culture: Espresso, Cappuccino and the Italian Bar
Coffee in Italy is much more than a drink. From a quick espresso at the neighborhood bar to the morning cappuccino, discover the rituals, vocabulary, etiquette and traditions that make Italian coffee culture unique.
The Italian Passeggiata: The Art of the Evening Stroll
La passeggiata is one of Italy's most charming everyday traditions—a leisurely evening stroll through streets, piazzas and promenades where people socialize, relax, observe and enjoy the simple pleasure of being together.
Rome’s Birthday April 21
What Is Rome’s Birthday April 21?
Rome’s Birthday April 21, also known as Natale di Roma, is the official celebration of the founding of the...
Easter in Italy: A Celebration of Tradition, Faith, and Culinary Delights
Discover the rich traditions, celebrations, and delicious recipes of Easter in Italy. Explore how Italians honor this festive occasion with food and faith.
Five Meaningful Flowers in Italy and When to Give Them
A practical guide to giving flowers in Italy, from romantic roses and lasting orchids to the special meanings of chrysanthemums and March 8 mimosa.