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Italian Riviera travel advice
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Italian Riviera travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to the Italian Riviera with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Italian Riviera - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 2 hours |
| Time difference | UK +1 hour |
| Language(s) | Italian |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C + F + L plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
Why visit the Italian Riviera?
Considering a holiday to the the Italian Riviera? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for beaches or culture to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.
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Italian Riviera tourist information
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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Italian Riviera weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  9 |
10 |
 12 |
 16 |
 19 |
 23 |
 26 |
26 |
23 |
18 |
13 |
10 |
| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  11 |
10 |
12 |
 13 |
13 |
10 |
 7 |
9 |
9 |
11 |
12 |
10 |
| Sea temperature °C |  14 |
 13 |
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14 |
 18 |
 21 |
 24 |
25 |
 23 |
20 |
18 |
15 |
The Italian Riviera weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Genoa.
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Italian Riviera travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Italian Riviera from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for the Italian Riviera - UK FCDO
- Safe travel advisories for the Italian Riviera - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the Italian Riviera - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Italian Riviera.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Italian Riviera travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Italian Riviera with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the Italian Riviera - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the Italian Riviera - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the Italian Riviera - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Italian Riviera, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Italian Riviera travel features
Do you want to learn more about the Italian Riviera? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the Italian Riviera.
Italian Riviera FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Italian Riviera including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
What is the flight time to the Italian Riviera from the UK?
The flight time to the Italian Riviera from the UK is typically 2 hours.
Flights to the Italian Riviera
What is the time difference between the Italian Riviera and the UK?
The time difference between the Italian Riviera and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in the Italian Riviera?
The main language spoken in the Italian Riviera is Italian.
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What is the currency in the Italian Riviera?
The currency in the Italian Riviera is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in the Italian Riviera?
Italian Riviera uses electrical plug type C + F + L (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Italian Riviera?
They drive on the right side of the road in the Italian Riviera.
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