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Italy

Capital:	Rome
Language:	Italian
Currency:	€ Euro
Population:	57 000 000
Size sq km:	301 225
Phone Code:	39

Hostelling Information

Country Overview

Immerse yourself in the art glories of the Renaissance; explore Roman ruins, Etruscan tombs and Baroque basilicas; ski in the Dolomites; relax in the sun on sandy beaches; hike through wine country; live la dolce vita. Italy presents such riches it is almost bewildering to know where to start. Milan offers fashion, opera and, in its cathedral, Leonardo da Vinci's famous Last Supper; Florence is a feast of architecture and paintings; Rome and the Vatican boast some of the world's greatest treasures; set in a stunning bay, Naples throbs with life and gives easy access to the extensive remains of Pompei, the Roman town buried in a volcanic eruption in 79AD; the rugged island of Sardinia features the magnificent Costa Verde coast; and Sicily provides an enormous range of sights from Greek temples to Norman churches, as well as some of the best beach life in Europe. From Etroubles, with its nearby ski facilities, to the Sicilian town of Noto, there are hostels offering a wide range of accommodation across Italy.

Membership

Hostelling International membership gives you much more than a comfy bed! It puts you at the heart of a huge international family, where you can share experiences, travel and friendship with people of all nations.

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Travelling Around

For ease of travel use trains or self–drive.

Travel Advice

Hostelling International advises you always to check with your own national authorities (Foreign Ministry, State Department etc.) concerning the need for visas, any safety concerns, or any specific restrictions, which may apply in the countries to which you intend to travel.

Health

Emergency medical treatment is free. Medical insurance is recommended. EU Nationals require a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to obtain treatment within EU countries.

HI-eKit Access Number

Check www.hi.ekit.com for up to date Access Numbers

Other Information

To make phone calls in Italy, you must include the 0 in the area code.

HOSTELLING INFORMATION

Price range

€ 8.00 – 20.00

Opening times

Main hostels open throughout the year, 14:00 – 24:00. Reception open 07:00 – 24:00. Resident manager. Other hostels open throughout the year 15:30 to 23:30. Reception open 15:30 to 22:00. Resident manager. Seasonal hostels generally open Mar–Oct.

National Office

Associazione Italiana Alberghi per la Gioventù
Via Cavour 44
00184 Roma
Tel.: (39) 06 4871152
Fax.: (39) 06 4880492
E-mail:
www.aighostels.com

Rooms and Reservations

Reservations recommended during Jun–Sep for all rooms. Reservations through this website, National Association website, National Booking Centre or Hostel by fax or e–mail. Reservation charges may apply. Hostels are for males and females. Smoking is limited – please check.

Guests

Membership Card and Photo ID are required. The maximum stay is 3 days. Groups welcome. Group bookings through this website, National Association Website, National Booking Centre or Hostel by fax or e–mail.