Italy is one of the most popular European vacation countries. Whether you are dreaming of traveling to Italy or planning your trip, these books will come in handy. Books are a great gift for the person who loves Italy or is planning a trip. Here are our recommended guides and books on Italy.
Italy guides
We have recommended books here to help you plan your Italian vacation. These travel guides cover all of Italy and most include maps and photos. Some are also available as e-books.
Gift books from Italy
Books about Italy make a great gift for anyone planning a trip to Italy or anyone just enjoying Italy. My gift book recommendations include coffee table books, fiction, books on Italian food, and books on the Italian language.
Italy food books
Eating is one of the great pleasures of a trip to Italy. These recommended books and mobile apps about food in Italy will help you learn what to eat and where to eat, good for foodies interested in Italian food and travelers planning a trip to Italy.
Amalfi Coast and Naples Guides
Books to travel to the spectacular Amalfi Coast and the nearby city of Naples.
Florence travel books
Florence is one of the most popular cities in Italy for visitors. Here are books to help make your visit to Florence more enjoyable.
Northern Lakes Region and Milan Travel Guides
The beautiful Lake District of northern Italy is a popular holiday destination. Here are guides to the lakes and the nearby city of Milan.
Rome guides
Rome is one of the main cities in Italy for visitors. Here are books to help you plan your trip to Rome.
Sicily Books and travel guides
Sicily is a fascinating island. Here you will find guides for planning a trip to Sicily and books about Sicily for the easy chair traveler.
Toscana Travelogues
Here are interesting books about life in Tuscany written by people who live there or moved there temporarily. I have read all the books myself, they are an excellent read when you dream of Italy.
Venice books and novels
The unique and romantic city of Venice is a fascinating setting for novels, historical fiction, and mystery books. Here are recommended books set in Venice.
Walking and walking books
Italy is a great place to hike, from leisurely hikes to mountain hikes. These books cover interesting walks and hikes throughout Italy or in specific areas such as Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast or the Alps. Most are small enough to take on your hikes.
Buy a Kindle on Amazon
Many books are now available for Kindle, a convenient way to transport books when traveling. Click the link above to choose the Kindle that is best for you.
