You may have been told that July or August is not the best time to visit Italy. This is the summer season and most Italians often go on vacation, there are less people on the streets. Interestingly, traffic during this season is very minimal; which makes it ideally the best time to explore Italy. In these months, tourist attractions remain open to public despite Italian summer vacation. On warm July or August nights, you will be able to enjoy a dinner out on the sidewalks of trattorias (restaurants). Many restaurants in Italy offer dining even late at night, to take advantage of the beautiful and romantic climate of the summer.
The best time to visit Italian seaside is in June or September, when the weather is slightly cooler. During these months, however, nightlife often happens short as establishments close a lot earlier.
April, May and October are the best times to visit the countryside and cities, like Venice; when the smell of canals and sewers of this majestic city are contained.
You might be put off by the cold and rainy days between November to March. But during these times, the South of Florence enjoys a very pleasant climate. This may also be the best time to visit Sicily in the south of Italy. The best thing about this period is that airline flights are relatively offered cheaper.
Easter in Italy is a very significant holiday as many events and religious observations are celebrated during this period. Traffic at this time, though, can become increasingly horrendous.
Visits to Italy at Christmas holidays must be planned ahead of time since flights tend to be booked pretty fast. During this joyous season, the streets of Italy are lined with a lot of Christmas lights and decorations, and celebrations held here are truly worth remembering.