Arezzo Tuscany, Italy Travel Guide
A chronological approach to help organize your trip.
Validate passport, research visa needs. Apply if needed.
Book main flights, reserve popular accommodations, especially agriturismi.
Buy comprehensive travel insurance, consult doctor for recommended vaccinations.
Book flights/trains within Italy.
Reserve important tours (Piero della Francesca!), wine tastings, cooking classes.
Book rental car. Secure International Driving Permit (IDP) if non-EU.
Notify bank of travel. Make digital/physical copies of all documents.
Arrange mobile plan, download offline maps/apps.
Ensure house security, arrange mail collection/delivery stoppage.
Making these bookings well in advance gives confidence:
Gain valuable knowledge before your departure:
Take these steps to ready your home for your absence.
Passport and visa validity are for international travel. Address these early to avoid last-minute issues.
The first few hours in a new destination can be disorienting. This checklist helps for a smooth entry.
Have your passport and any needed visa or ETIAS authorization ready.
Retrieve your bags from the carousel.
Use an ATM (Bancomat) for the best exchange rates to get some Euros for immediate expenses. Avoid airport currency exchange kiosks due to poor rates.
Get a physical map of Arezzo from the airport or train station tourist office.
Use Google Maps on your phone to navigate to your accommodation.
Once settled, take a short walk around your immediate neighborhood to get your bearings, locate nearby cafes, and identify taxi stands or bus stops.
Purchase a local SIM card (if planned). Find an official provider store to buy and activate your local SIM card for mobile data and calls.
This brings local data and call rates.
Purchase a local bus ticket if needed for your transfer from the train station to your accommodation.
Bus tickets are often available at tabacchi shops.
Grab a coffee and a cornetto (croissant) at a local bar for a quintessential Italian welcome.
A small, authentic start to your day.
Follow your pre-planned routes from your entry point to accommodation. This might involve taking a tram and then a train from Florence airport to Arezzo station, followed by a walk, taxi, or local bus to your accommodation.
