Italy is a dream destination, but there are some things tourists do that really irk the locals. Want to avoid being “that tourist”? In this video, we’ll reveal the biggest mistakes visitors make in Italy and how you can steer clear of them. From respecting historical sites to understanding local dining customs, learn the do’s and don’ts to blend in like a true Italian. Whether you’re planning a trip or are already there, these tips will help you enjoy your Italian adventure without any faux pas!
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46 Comments
NEVER do THIS when visiting Italy! Find out here: https://youtu.be/drojd1HYtcM
first italian words you gotta leaarn is … VA FANN CULLO
I've live in Italy my whole life and you are wrong on a lot of your videos
arrosticini are made whit sheep, not lamb. it's "nice" 'cause at least we can hope the animal lived some "free" year.;-)
You are so precize in your explaining. Really perfect! More than many italians could do.
Hi Gregor, listening to your comments about substitutions, regarding food. Is it possible to get gluten free pasta there. Am travelling in September.
As an American I HATE when my fellow countryfolk behave badly here in NYC. If they don't act with class & decorum where THEY LIVE, you'd be hard pressed to get them to suddenly act properly elsewhere.
Chiedo scusa 😢
(btw my biggest mess up was folding my slice of pizza to eat it instead of using a fork & knife – I'm from Brooklyn what can I say 😅)
Boils down to RESPECT to the prevailing culture and people wherever you are and AWARENESS of others. This goes for anywhere, anyone travels really.
It's pretty funny how they take litter and recycling seriously however they light up cigarettes wherever they please, whilst walking, after eating in a busy outdoor restraunt and near kids etc. I'm not use to that. Here in AUS our government banned 20m near food and basically frowned upon which has reduced people doing it not to mention the price
Another useful video from my main man! … When visiting our cities, towns, and villages, just remember the immortal words of Ron Burgundy: "Stay classy"
Since when were Italians quiet? 😄
Learning Italian before I visited had made a huge difference. The waiter's have appreciated it and complemented me on trying. Currently in Laga Del Garda watching this video.
Don't be an idiot!
You can also say Buona Giornata or Buona Serata,that is Have a nice Day or Night
In North you must try Risotto,in many different way,instead of pasta. In Liguria,not pizza but focaccia,without tomatos but very tasty
You don’t blame them?! For getting drunk and humping a statue? Swimming in Trevi?
italy best country must visit
I visited Italy a couple of years ago, and your videos were extremely helpful… Planning on visiting for a second time, and still discovering new information from you, thank you!!!
turns out common sense is not common. Good for you to educate as best as possible.
Hai fatto bene a dire di non visitare solo Roma, Venezia, Firenze e Napoli. Ci sono tantissime belle città come Verona, Mantova, Torino, Genova, Bologna, Arezzo… tanti paesini, le valli, i laghi… Bravo Gregor!
Great video. I am just in Florence now. Yesterday, I saw something that made me gag. There was a group of women, from a “certain country”, in tight yoga pants, and revealing tops, plopped down their yoga mats right in front of the entry to Bell tower. As a woman, I felt embarrassed for them. Let’s just say that seeing that was appalling. I don’t understand what goes through people’s minds. Geez, some people have no class. Then. On the other side of the church, again, woman from “certain country” was covered in pigeons, feeding them left over food. 😂 😱 😳
Great video as always Gregor , I thinks these rules apply in there own way in most tourist locations
I’m always respectful. The noisiest people I’ve met are Americans they completely ruined my last cruise.
Please tell americans that when they enter a bar and ask for a “latte” they will get milk and not coffee! 😂
In general, it's not the Americans that are loud and obnoxious many times it's the Eastern Europeans
You mentioned Sicilia, but forgot Sardegna Amico Mio.
I’m going to be visiting Naples in a few days so glad I watched this vlog. Now I know what not to do – respect local people
dont care what they think. I'm not Italian big surprise.
Great information and I agree with you 100%. Some people are just classless and clueless. Love the Italians, very warm and happy people.
You can always tell an American in Europe by the big print on the T-shirt and the baseball cap!
Great advice all around! Especially expanding on food comfort zone and restaurants. BTW "To have seen Italy without having seen Sicily is not to have seen Italy at all, for Sicily is the clue to everything". Goethe.
I went to Venice Florence and Rome along with Cinque Terre, Murano, Burano and San Gigiamano. We were very respectful and are planning another trip to Sicily, Calabria, Amalfy coast, Sorento and maybe Puglia.
Did the Olympics cause people to be more rude?
This series about Italy, Do's and Dont's etc. puts me off visiting, plus their hatred for tourists, these videos also treat us like retards. I don't believe for one moment restaurants give a sh!t whether your order pasta or pizza, especially in those famous destinations. For my part I find the Italian tourists abroad loud, arrogant and uncourteous. A bon entendeur.
The amateur photo shoots are so freaking annoying! The posing and boyfriend’s carrying around camera equipment is out of control.
Oh, finalmente, grazie di cuore, very well done!
Please spread the word that it is not polite walking dressed with a bathsuit and flip flop, not to mention sit at a restaurant table without a t shirt. Thank ypu very much
As an italian, I really appreciate this video. Thanks a lot for shaping these informations
2:34 right "pronounciation" Ha Ha.
As a tourist, I have been told to get out of the way while admiring a statue so that another tourist, a Brit, could take a picture.
Evrope is not USA, just be respectful
dude i’m one and a half minutes into the video and i’m wondering how freaking wild disney land must be
I traveled in Italy last summer and this spring, you are spot on with your advice. I found that my effort to speak some Italian was much appreciated by locals, even if they could speak English. People are warm and kind, a smile and "buongiorno" goes a long way ❤ Can't wait to return next spring. 🎉
Interesting video and good advice
Im italian and i dont know why im watching this😂
Buon Giorno= Good Morning
Buona Sera = Good Evening
Salve = Hello