Italy Dog Travel Guide: Rome, Florence and Venice
Italians love dogs - you'll be welcomed almost everywhere.
Rome
Dog-Friendly
- Villa Borghese Park: Huge gardens, dogs on leash
- Pincio Hill: Panoramic walks
- Trastevere neighborhood: Dog-friendly terraces
- Most restaurants: Dogs welcome at outdoor tables
Pet Hotels
- Parioli district: Premium, from €72/night
- EUR suburb: Spacious, from €52/night
Florence
Dog-Friendly
- Cascine Park: Arno riverside, large off-leash area
- Oltrarno neighborhood: Most authentic, dog-friendly
- Boboli Gardens: Leashed dogs allowed
Pet Hotels
- Oltrarno & Piazza Beccaria: from €60/night
Venice
Reality Check
Venice is challenging for dogs:
- Many bridges, stairs, slippery surfaces
- Gondolas: dogs generally not accepted
- Vaporetto (water bus): dogs in carriers only
- Best for small dogs
Nearby Alternatives
- Mestre (mainland): Better for dogs, same access
- Lido island: Beach access, more space
Turkey to Italy
- AHC required
- Rabies min 21 days
- Internal parasite treatment recommended