Italy
Winter Olympics
Italy will host the Winter Olympic Games from 6 to 22 February and the Paralympic Winter Games from 6 to 15 March. Competitions will be hosted across several distant locations in Lombardy and Northeast Italy.
If you are planning to attend:
- sign up to get email alerts about Italy’s travel advice
- check the official Olympics website for a calendar of events, venue information, ticket sales and to stay informed of anything that might affect your travel or plans
- keep your personal belongings and valuables safe, if your passport is lost and stolen, check the Getting help page
Visa and entry requirements
Check the entry requirements for Italy, especially for information about passport validity and visa-free travel within the 90-day limit.
Travel insurance
Get appropriate travel insurance as soon as you book. Check that it covers the places you will visit, the duration of your visit and any planned activities.
As well as travel insurance, make sure you have a UK Global Health Insurance card (GHIC) before travelling. Read our advice on health insurance cards on the Health page.
Transport to the various events
Transport routes are likely to be very busy, and local authorities may ask you to enter or leave by specific routes.
Make sure you:
- plan your journey
- utilise the park and ride or train and ride services
- leave plenty of time, particularly on key events
Winter weather and road conditions may extend your travel times so check the official Olympics website to plan your journey.
Accommodation
There will be a very high demand for accommodation in the ski resorts as well as Milan and Verona so ensure to plan ahead.
Increased risk of petty crime
The high number of travellers during the Winter Olympics could increase levels of petty crime. See our advice on Crime in the Safety and security page which includes advice about theft from cars.
Winter Sports
If you plan to participate in winter sports, check the Safety and security page for information about weather and avalanche conditions, local skiing laws and regulations.