Pocket Guide: Italy
Essential Italian Phrases for Travelers to Rome
58 useful Italian phrases for travel — restaurants, taxis, hotels, shopping, emergencies, and transit. Master the essentials and travel with confidence.
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Travel scenarios
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9 phrasesAt the Restaurant
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local_taxi
8 phrasesGetting a Taxi
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apartment
8 phrasesHotel Check-in
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Emergencies
Crucial phrases for health and safety.
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9 phrasesSmall Talk
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8 phrasesShopping
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8 phrasesAirport & Transit
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Cultural tips
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Voyager's Tip
Coffee rules: cappuccino is a morning drink — ordering one after lunch marks you as a tourist.
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Voyager's Tip
Ask for 'il conto' — the bill won't come until you request it.
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Voyager's Tip
A modest 'coperto' (cover charge) is normal at most restaurants; tipping on top is optional.
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Voyager's Tip
Dress neatly to enter churches: covered shoulders and knees, or you'll be turned away.
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Voyager's Tip
Walk a block or two from major sights before eating — prices drop and quality jumps.
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