What Is the Current Health Situation in Italy?

Updated July 9, 2022

Are Covid infections rising in the current health situation in Italy?

Many tourists who are vaccinated are still concerned about current Covid infection rates in Italy, especially with new variants.

Reuters Covid-19 tracker provides updated information about Covid infection rates in Italy:

Currently, Covid infections are at 51% of peak and rising, with 1,076 infections per 100,000 people reported in the last seven days.

Italy has administered at least 138,385,306 doses of COVID vaccines so far. Assuming every person needs 2 doses, that’s enough to have vaccinated about 114.8% of the country’s population.

Is it safe to travel with the current health situation in Italy?

Italy takes Covid very seriously and the restrictions in place aim to keep people safe. However, you should check with the authorities in your home country for current detailed information and advice for citizens planning to travel to Italy.

Can I travel to Italy as a US tourist?

The US State Department provides information and travel advisories for US citizens traveling to Italy. As of June 3, Italy is listed as Level 2: Exercise increased caution due to terrorism. 

As of June 3, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a  Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Italy, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country. 

Can I travel to Italy as a Canadian tourist?

The Canadian government provides information and travel advisories for Canadian tourists traveling to Italy. For Italy, Canadian citizens are advised to “exercise normal security precautions.”

Can I travel to Italy as a British tourist?

The British government provides information and travel advisories for British tourists traveling to Italy.