First time in Italy? Or are you learning Italian to prepare for your trip? Knowing common Italian phrases for travelers will make your experience easier and more enjoyable. In this article, you’ll find 50 must-know expressions every traveler should learn to communicate confidently in Italy.
Greetings & Introductions
- Ciao! – Hi!/Hello!
- Buongiorno – Good morning
- Buonasera – Good evening
- Arrivederci – Goodbye
- A presto – See you soon
- Come ti chiami? – What’s your name?
- Mi chiamo… – My name is…
- Piacere di conoscerti – Nice to meet you
- Come stai? – How are you?
- Sto bene, grazie – I’m fine, thank you
Basic Questions/Answers
- Dove si trova il bagno? – Where is the bathroom?
- Quanto costa? – How much does this cost?
- Puoi aiutarmi? – Can you help me?
- Parli inglese? – Do you speak English?
- Non capisco – I don’t understand
- Puoi ripetere, per favore? – Can you repeat, please?
- Come si dice… in italiano? – How do you say… in Italian?
- Da dove vieni? – Where are you from?
- Grazie – Thanks
- Prego – Cheers
Travel & Directions
- Dove si trova la stazione? – Where is the station?
- A destra – To the right
- A sinistra – To the left
- Sempre dritto – Straight ahead
- Quanto dista? – How far is it?
- Vorrei un biglietto per Roma, per favore – I would like a ticket to Rome, please
- A che ora parte il treno? – What time does the train leave?
- Quanto tempo ci vuole per arrivare? – How long does it take to get there?
- C’è un autobus che va in centro? – Is there a bus to the city center?
- Devo cambiare treno? – Do I have to change trains?
Eating Out & Shopping
- Un tavolo per due, per favore – A table for two, please
- Il menù, per favore – The menu, please
- Vorrei ordinare – I would like to order
- Qual è il piatto del giorno? – What’s the dish of the day?
- Sono allergico/a a… – I’m allergic to…
- Può portarmi il conto, per favore? – Can you bring me the bill, please?
- Accettate carte di credito? – Do you accept credit cards?
- Quanto costa? – How much does it cost?
- Vorrei comprare questo – I would like to buy this
- Posso provarlo? – Can I try it on?
Accommodation
- Avete camere libere? – Do you have any rooms available?
- Vorrei prenotare una camera – I would like to book a room
- Per quante notti? – For how many nights?
- Quanto costa a notte? – How much per night?
- La colazione è inclusa? – Is breakfast included?
- A che ora è il check-out? – What time is check-out?
- C’è la connessione Wi-Fi? – Is there Wi-Fi?
- Dove posso lasciare i bagagli? – Where can I leave my luggage?
- C’è un ascensore? – Is there an elevator?
- Mi può svegliare alle sette? – Can you wake me up at seven?
Use it or loose it! Create a Mini Dialogue to practice
Imagine you’re at a restaurant in Italy and want to order food and ask for the bill. Use some of the phrases you learned in this article to write a short dialogue between you and the waiter.
For example:
Tu: Buongiorno, avete un tavolo per 2?
Cameriere: Certo, seguitemi.
Try to write at least 4–6 lines using key expressions!
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I’m Valeria — certified Italian language teacher and founder of Vita Semplice in Italia. I help people learn Italian not just through grammar and vocabulary, but through real-life connection and cultural immersion. I design and lead experiential language journeys in rural Italy, where learning happens in piazzas, kitchens, and conversations with locals. I believe language is a gateway to belonging — and that feeling at home in a new culture starts with slowing down and truly being present.
