Italy Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in Italy
112
General Emergency
113
Police
118
Ambulance / Medical
115
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Rome
Currency
EUR (€)
Official Language
Italian
Country Code
+39
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Italy
Urban / City
50 km/h
Rural
90 km/h (110 km/h expressway)
Highway
130 km/h (110 km/h in wet conditions)
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: Distance toll (Telepass / toll booths). Electronic Free-Flow toll applies on A36/A37/A38 around Milan (pay online within 15 days).
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: Coperto is often included. Rounding up is sufficient. Leave 1-2 euros for good service.
- DO Dress modestly in churches (cover shoulders).
- DO Drink espresso at the counter (often cheaper).
- DON'T Don't order cappuccino after noon.
- DON'T Don't cut spaghetti with a knife.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type C, F & L (230V, 50Hz). Standard Europlugs fit everywhere.
Tap Water: Excellent tap water, safe from taps and public drinking fountains (Nasoni in Rome).
Insider Tip: Cappuccino is traditionally only ordered in the morning. After noon, order espresso (Caffè).
