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Sustainable Travel in Italy

About Italy


  • Officially called the Italian Republic
  • Population: Over 92 million 
  • Capital: Rome, with a population of over 2.6 million
  • Currency: Euro
  • Covers 116,347 sq mi and is often referred to lo Stivale (the Boot) 
  • Located in the the Mediterranean Sea. Shares borders with France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, San Marino and Vatican City

Green Travel


  • Take public transportation: Italy (and all of Europe) has incredible rail and bus systems to travel throughout the country and many of the cities offer subway systems, or very inexpensive local buses
  • Look for new transportation options, such as ride shares and bike shares that are increasingly accessible across Italy
  • Bring a reusable, packable day pack or grocery bag to avoid plastic shopping bags - Italians are very good at bringing their own bags and you’ll be asked every time you check out at the grocery store if you've brought your own
  • Limit the use of plastic water bottles by taking advantage of Italy’s clean drinking water: Look for fountains around the country (found everywhere in Rome) that all offer cold, clean drinking water 
  • Stay in a locally-owned apartment (AirBnB), TripAdvisor GreenLeader hotel, or Agriturismo: All are more sustainable options than your standard hotel
  • Eat and drink products made in Italy: It’s easy to do and you’ll reduce carbon emissions caused by international shipping (use the DOC or DOP labels [denominazione di origine] to find products made in specific Italian regions)
  • Look for recycling bins: They’re almost everywhere in Italy, whether in businesses, hotels, or right on the street (most places compost too!)

Responsible Travel


  • When looking for a place to stay, choose locally-owned apartments or independent hotels so the money you spend goes back into the community 
  • If you have the option, donate when visiting historical/cultural landmarks to support preservation
  • Take a tour of a local producer: Wineries, farms, dairies, or olive oil producers, often offer free (or cheap) tours where you can learn about and purchase locally-made products
  • Learn a few phrases in Italian: While most Italians speak a little English, starting off a conversation with an Italian greeting can go a long way

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