Italy Gay friendly Holidays

Choose Expedia to plan your next escape with ease, all in one place. Our insider tip for bagging a great deal on an Italy retreat? Bundle your hotel, flights and/or hire car into a package holiday. Then throw in a few exciting tours and activities. Most bookings also have flexible cancellation policies, so there's no need to stress if you have to switch up your travel agenda. Round-the-clock help with making changes to your trip is available via our Customer Service Portal link.

If you love the excitement that comes with peak season, head to Italy in May, June and August. Travelling during the quieter months of November, December and January will help you skip the crowds. Organise your trip to Italy based on what type of adventure you want. January is the coolest month, when average daytime temperatures are 3ºC. In July, the warmest month, you will experience temperatures of around 22ºC during the day.

Look up Hotel Da Vinci and Grand Hotel Duomo. They're the first choice for many travellers headed to Italian Alps. If Rome features on your itinerary, iQ Hotel Roma and Hotel Artemide are a couple of welcoming options.

Our Italy holidays offer plenty of savings for the savvy explorer. For the best deal, simply bundle your hotel, flights and extras (including activities). But low prices are only the start of your next unforgettable adventure. When you book with Expedia, and you'll have over 400 air carriers and 321,000 properties all over the world to select from. No matter your budget or style, there's a holiday here with your name on it. Learn more about how you can save money on your next holiday when you combine your hotel and flight bookings with Expedia.

Plan your next holiday in Italy around major attractions like Cathedral of Milan and St. Peters Basilica. Many travellers also recommend Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Roman Forum.

There's no shortage of excellent places to stay in Italy, such as Italian Alps. This city has many iconic sights including Mont Blanc and Verona Arena. Another option is to head to Etruscan Coast, where you'll discover Cathedral of Livorno and Fortezza Nuova. If you have the time, explore both vibrant cities!

Look up the latest information on official government websites. Your nationality and whether you're travelling for leisure, study or business will determine if you require a visa for Italy. Find out about the application process, including any required documentation, fees and turnaround times. Finalise your application well in advance to allow enough time for processing. Some visas can take several weeks or even months to obtain, depending on the country and time of year.

First, think about the sorts of activities you have planned during your trip to Italy and select versatile pieces that can be mixed and matched. For fashion inspiration or information on any dress codes, browse a few style blogs or relevant social media accounts. It's also a smart move to have a look at the local forecast so you can pack accordingly. July is the warmest month in Italy, with average temperatures of 22ºC. January is when much of this destination is at its coolest, so pack your cases for daytime temperatures of around 3ºC.

Hotels, hire cars and flights — we've got them all. With Expedia, you can create your Italy travel package the way you want. All you have to do is determine exactly what you need. Once you've made your booking, why not add fun things like tours and activities? The more you bundle, the greater your savings! Explore all kinds of styles on Expedia and find the perfect one for you and your crew. From the most sought-after property types, like apartments and private holiday homes, to many other options, there are loads of holiday retreats in Italy to select from so you can customise your stay just the way you like it.

Your bank balance shouldn't prevent you from taking a holiday, so Expedia has come up with a solution to help. Now that we've partnered with online lender Klarna, it's easier than ever to book a terrific getaway without eating away at your savings. Klarna offers flexible payment options during the checkout process that take the stress out of budgeting for your break. Check out these flexible payment options:

• Pay monthly holidays: Make your holiday dreams a reality sooner with Klarna's manageable monthly instalment plans. If making bite-sized repayments each month sounds right for you, pick this option during the checkout process.
• No-deposit holidays: When you want to jump on an incredible deal but don't have the full amount yet, Klarna's no-deposit holiday plan will allow you to Book Now, Pay Later to lock it in.

Yes — that's one of the best things about an Expedia holiday package. You get to decide. We have access to more than 400 partner airlines globally, so you have lots of choice when putting together your Italy getaway.