Why is there so much bottled water in Italy?


Why is there so much bottled water in Italy? So in the tap water there are higher rates of chlorine in comparison with the other countries ( I saw a lot of difference between italian and austrian tap water). Therefore we prefer bottle water even though it's expensive and a little bit pollutant for the environment.


How do I ask for free water in Italy?

At restaurants, know what you do and don't have to pay for Yes, you do have to pay for water. (You can ask for “acqua dal rubinetto,” tap water, but it's often seen as a bit rude. Plus, those glasses of tap water will take ages to get refilled by your waiter, if they're refilled at all!).


Which country has the most expensive drinking water?

Australia has the most expensive bottled water on the planet but that hasn't curbed consumer thirst for a beverage that people can access for free.


Can you drink tap water in Italy hotels?

Can you drink tap water in Italy hotels? The water quality across Italy is of a pretty high standard. So you can drink tap water in hotels across Italy with no problems.