Please refer to the Passport section for phone numbers. Voltage Requirements Electricity in Italy is 220 volts. A converter and plug adapter are necessary to use U.S. purchased electrical appliance unless they are dual-voltage, in which case only the adapter is needed. Most laptops operate equally well on 110 and 220 volts and so require only an adapter. Business Hours Banks are open weekdays 8.30 to 13.30 and 14.45 to 15.45.
Museum hours vary and often change with the seasons.
Many museums are closed one day a week, often on Monday. Note that sightseeing in churches during religious rites is discouraged. In addition, clothing shops are generally closed on Monday mornings. Weather The hottest months are July and August, when humidity can make things unpleasant. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing, theft from parked cars, and purse snatching, however, are serious problems, especially in large cities.