Is driving in southern Italy difficult?
Is driving in southern Italy difficult? Northern Italy — anything north of Rome — is quite civilized when it comes to driving. Some people say that the further south you go, the worse the driving gets. “The south” is a pretty big place, though, and driving in much of the rural south is more relaxed than in cities.
Is it easy for tourists to drive in Italy?
Driving in Italy can be intimidating for a foreigner, but it is safe if you prepare and follow Italian rules. While it is easier to travel between big cities by train, sometimes renting a car is the best option.
What do UK citizens need to drive in Italy?
If you are visiting Italy, you can drive on a full, valid UK driving licence, insurance and vehicle documents. If you're living in Italy, or planning to live there check the living in Italy guide for information on requirements for residents.
Which lane is the slow lane in Italy?
You drive on the right It also means that the right-hand side of the motorway is the slow lane, overtaking is done on the left, and when you come to a roundabout you need to give way to cars coming from the left-hand side.