Umbria And Le Marche, Italy
Italy boasts excellent mobile coverage. Major providers include TIM, Vodafone, and WindTre.
Hotels, B&Bs, cafes, and restaurants often free Wi-Fi for guests.
Poste Italiane (the Italian Post Office) postal services. Find post offices in Assisi and Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Official language: Italian. English widely spoken in tourist-oriented businesses.
Learning a few basic Italian phrases demonstrates respect and can greatly enrich your interactions.
This section outlines typical operating hours and holiday considerations for various businesses.
Generally 9/10 AM to 1 PM, then 3:30/4 PM to 7:30/8 PM. Many close Sundays, often Monday mornings.
Lunch 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM. Dinner from 7:30 PM. Many close between lunch and dinner.
Hours vary widely. Check specific times online or at the tourist office before visiting.
Banks open Monday-Friday, typically 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM and short afternoon session 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
Services may reduction or closure on national public holidays. Seasonal closures happen.
Always check operating hours and public holiday schedules for specific places before visiting. This prevents disappointment.
Your actions reflect a broad understanding and appreciation for local customs.
Always use "Buongiorno" (good morning) until early afternoon, then switch to "Buonasera" (good evening).
Modest dress required for churches and religious sites (shoulders and knees covered).
Meals are social events. Focus on quality over quantity. Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated.
Respect when taking photos. Generally allowed in public spaces, but restrictions apply in religious sites.
Research specific sites and contact them directly for up-to-date accessibility details. Websites specializing in accessible travel for Italy (e.g., AccessibleItaly.com) offer guidance. Planning routes carefully, focusing on accessible areas, remains recommended.
Your presence and behavior can reflect a broad understanding and appreciation for local customs and traditions.
A simple 'Buongiorno' or 'Grazie' goes a long way. Make an effort to use basic Italian phrases.
Maintain reverence in churches. Modest dress (shoulders and knees covered) important.
Italy generally socially conservative, especially in smaller, religiously significant towns.
While tipping is not a strong tradition as in some other countries, a small gesture appreciated for good service.
"Il conto, per favore." (The bill, please.)
"Quanto costa?" (How much is it?)
"Dov'è...?" (Where is...?)
