Best Maps for Italy

by Christopher O'Keeffe July 05, 2026

Italy is too rich in history, landscape and regional character for a single map to capture it all. A well-planned journey may call for national road coverage, a detailed road atlas, regional maps of Tuscany or the Italian Lakes, city plans for Rome and Florence, island maps for Sicily or Sardinia, and a large wall map for bringing the adventure together at home.

Italy rewards travellers who understand how its regions fit together.

The country stretches from the Alpine borders with France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia through the Po Valley, the Apennines and the long Italian peninsula to Calabria, Sicily and the Mediterranean islands. The road network, terrain and style of travel can change considerably from one region to another.

A journey through Italy may involve:

• Alpine passes

• autostrade and toll roads

• winding coastal highways

• historic city centres

• restricted traffic zones

• rural lanes

• mountain villages

• ferries

• rail journeys

• walking trails

• island roads

• national parks

• areas where mobile reception is unreliable

For many Australian travellers, Italy begins with Rome, Florence and Venice.

But a complete Italian journey might also include:

• Milan

• the Italian Lakes

• Turin

• Piedmont

• the Dolomites

• Bologna

• Verona

• Cinque Terre

• Tuscany

• Umbria

• Naples

• Pompeii

• the Amalfi Coast

• Puglia

• Calabria

• Sicily

• Sardinia

The best Italy map kit therefore combines several levels of information:

1. a national map for understanding the country as a whole;

2. a detailed road atlas for daily driving;

3. one or more regional maps for the main areas being explored;

4. dedicated city plans for Rome, Florence, Milan or Venice;

5. waterproof adventure mapping for walking, mountain or island travel;

6. a wall map for planning, education or display;

7. offline digital navigation and current road, rail, ferry and access information.

Explore the complete Mapworld Italy maps, guides and road atlases collection.

The collection includes national maps, road atlases, Michelin regional sheets, city plans, waterproof adventure maps, historical maps and large-format wall maps from publishers including Michelin, Hallwag, National Geographic, Borch, ITMB, Freytag & Berndt and Touring Club Italiano. (Mapworld)

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The Best Maps for Italy: Quick Recommendations

Purpose	Best place to begin
Best overall road map of Italy	Italy Michelin Map 735
Best large single-sheet national map	Italy Hallwag Map
Best waterproof national map	Italy National Geographic Adventure Map
Best compact laminated map	Italy Borch Folded Laminated Map
Best detailed road atlas	Michelin Italy Road Atlas
Best map of northern Italy	Italy North Hallwag Map
Best map of southern Italy	Italy South Hallwag Map
Best regional road-map series	Michelin Italy Maps 351–366
Best map for Tuscany	Tuscany Michelin Map 358
Best waterproof Tuscany map	Tuscany National Geographic Adventure Map
Best compact Tuscany map	Tuscany Borch Laminated Map
Best map for the Italian Lakes	Michelin Italian Lakes Tourist Map
Best map for the Dolomites	Dolomites & Northeast Italy ITMB Map
Best map for Cinque Terre	Portofino–Cinque Terre Freytag Map
Best map of Rome	Rome Borch Folded Laminated Map
Best map of Florence	Florence Borch Folded Laminated Map
Best map of Venice	Venice Borch Folded Laminated Map
Best map of Sicily	Sicily Michelin Map 365
Best waterproof Sicily map	Sicily National Geographic Adventure Map
Best map of Sardinia	Sardinia Michelin Map 366
Best waterproof Sardinia map	Sardinia National Geographic Adventure Map
Best standard Italy wall map	Italy National Geographic 591 × 867 mm Wall Map
Best large Italy wall map	Italy National Geographic 1050 × 1550 mm Wall Map
Best Italian-language political map	Italy Political Wall Map in Italian
Best Italian-language physical map	Italy Physical Wall Map in Italian
Best Italian wine map	Italy DOC and DOCG Wines Wall Map
Best travel redundancy	Paper map, offline navigation and current official information

For most first-time self-drive journeys through several regions, the strongest combination is:

• Italy Michelin Map 735

• Michelin Italy Road Atlas

• the appropriate Michelin regional sheet

• a dedicated city map for Rome, Florence or another major destination

• offline digital navigation

• current road and access information

For a journey involving hiking, cycling or repeated outdoor use, add the waterproof Italy National Geographic Adventure Map.

For planning at home, choose the Italy National Geographic 591 × 867 mm Wall Map or the much larger Italy National Geographic 1050 × 1550 mm Wall Map.

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Why Italy Requires More Than a Phone

Digital navigation is extremely useful in Italy.

It can provide:

• live GPS positioning

• turn-by-turn instructions

• traffic conditions

• railway searches

• ferry schedules

• hotel locations

• parking information

• walking routes

• public-transport connections

• downloaded offline maps

But a phone remains dependent on:

• battery power

• functioning hardware

• mobile reception

• maps downloaded before travel

• correct destination details

• accurate road classifications

• current information about closures and restrictions

• a screen large enough to understand the wider journey

A phone may show the next turn without revealing:

• how the Alps shape northern routes

• whether a scenic road is a practical alternative

• how Tuscany relates to Umbria and Lazio

• whether Cinque Terre fits naturally into a northern itinerary

• which coast provides the best route south

• how Sicily and Sardinia connect with the mainland

• whether a proposed detour requires several additional hours

• where a regional map becomes more useful than a national one

A paper map provides:

• a permanent national or regional overview

• visible alternative routes

• road classifications

• mountain passes

• ferry connections

• national parks

• neighbouring regions

• city approaches

• an independent reference requiring no signal or power

• a shared planning surface for couples, families and groups

The strongest approach is not paper instead of digital.

It is paper and digital together.

Use a paper map to understand Italy.

Use digital navigation for immediate directions, current traffic, rail times and last-minute changes.

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1. Italy Michelin Map 735

The Best Overall Road Map of Italy

The Italy Michelin Map 735 is the best single folded map for a broad Italian road journey. 

Produced at 1:1,000,000, it shows the complete Italian mainland together with Sicily and Sardinia. The single-sided sheet measures approximately 1200 × 1000 mm when unfolded.

The map includes:

• autostrade

• toll roads

• national highways

• regional roads

• minor roads

• service areas

• road distances

• mountain passes

• national parks

• airports

• ferry routes

• major visitor attractions

• scenic Michelin routes

• city approach mapping

• an indexed place-name system

Terrain shading helps communicate the contrast between the Alps, Apennines, lowlands and coastal regions. (Mapworld)

Why the Michelin Map Is So Valuable

Italy’s fastest road is not always its most rewarding.

A national Michelin map makes it possible to compare:

• autostrade and scenic secondary roads

• inland and coastal routes

• Alpine crossings

• approaches to Tuscany

• east-coast and west-coast journeys

• mainland ferry ports

• routes towards Sicily

• cross-border travel into France, Switzerland, Austria or Slovenia

Its 1:1,000,000 scale gives travellers enough national context to build a complete itinerary without reducing the country to a simple north–south line.

Best For

Choose the Michelin Italy map when:

• you are driving through several regions

• you want one current national road map

• road distances and classifications matter

• you are travelling by car, motorcycle or motorhome

• scenic routes are important

• Sicily or Sardinia may be included

• you want a dependable paper backup to GPS

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2. Italy Hallwag Map

The Best Large Single-Sheet National Map

The Italy Hallwag Map is another excellent national option.

It is produced at 1:1,000,000 and places the complete Italian mainland, Sicily and Sardinia on one large single-sided sheet.

The map includes:

• motorways

• major roads

• regional roads

• scenic byways

• route numbers

• topographic relief

• tourist sites

• ferry routes

• driving distances

• inset plans of nine major cities

The single-sided presentation is particularly useful during itinerary planning because the complete country remains visible without turning the map over. (Mapworld)

Michelin vs Hallwag Italy

Feature	Michelin Italy 735	Hallwag Italy
Scale	1:1,000,000	1:1,000,000
Primary purpose	Road touring and scenic routes	Large national planning overview
Format	Single sided	Single sided
City approach information	Strong	Nine city insets
Scenic-road emphasis	Major strength	Strong
Sicily and Sardinia	Included	Included
Best use	Detailed touring	Whole-country planning

Choose Michelin when road classifications and scenic route information are the priority.

Choose Hallwag when a large, uncluttered single-sheet overview with city insets is preferred.

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3. Italy National Geographic Adventure Map

The Best Waterproof Map of Italy

The Italy National Geographic Adventure Map is the strongest national choice for durability.

It is:

• waterproof

• tear resistant

• double sided

• suitable for outdoor use

• designed for repeated folding

The map is produced at approximately 1:800,000.

It combines road mapping with:

• topographic relief

• national parks

• historic places

• UNESCO sites

• coastal destinations

• recreation areas

• cultural attractions

• ferries

• railways

• airports

• regional boundaries

Its weather-resistant construction makes it particularly useful for cycling, walking, motorcycle touring and journeys where the map will be carried rather than left inside a vehicle. (Mapworld)

Best For

Choose the National Geographic map when:

• waterproofing matters

• the map will be used outside

• hiking or cycling forms part of the trip

• national parks are important

• you are travelling in mountain or coastal regions

• durability is more important than having the whole country on one side

• you want road, physical and cultural information together

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4. Italy Borch Folded Laminated Map

The Best Compact Laminated National Map

The Italy Borch Folded Laminated Map is the most compact national map in the principal Italy range.

Its soft-laminated surface is:

• water resistant

• tear resistant

• wipe clean

• easy to fold

• suitable for temporary route marking

The main maps cover:

• northern Italy at 1:800,000

• southern Italy at 1:800,000

• Sardinia at 1:800,000

• Sicily at 1:800,000

It also includes an overview of ferry routes, Italian administrative divisions and European time zones. (Mapworld)

Best For

Choose the Borch map when:

• compact size matters

• a laminated map is preferred

• the map will be carried in a handbag or day pack

• Sicily or Sardinia is included

• temporary route marking is useful

• you want a convenient national backup rather than maximum road detail

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Comparing Italy’s National Maps

Map	Scale	Material	Greatest strength
Michelin Italy 735	1:1,000,000	Folded paper	Best overall road map
Hallwag Italy	1:1,000,000	Folded paper	Complete country on one side
National Geographic Italy	Approx. 1:800,000	Waterproof synthetic	Adventure and outdoor travel
Borch Italy	1:800,000	Soft laminated	Compact, durable reference

For most self-drive travellers, Michelin is the strongest starting point.

For outdoor journeys, National Geographic provides greater durability.

For a compact city-to-city holiday, Borch is particularly convenient.

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5. Michelin Italy Road Atlas

The Best Detailed Road Atlas

The Michelin Italy Road Atlas is the strongest printed resource for an extended Italian driving holiday.

An atlas offers much greater road detail than a single national sheet.

It is especially useful for:

• daily route planning

• minor roads

• rural detours

• city approaches

• bypasses

• motorway junctions

• scenic drives

• estimating practical driving stages

The current Mapworld listing describes an updated atlas designed for travel by car, motorcycle, campervan or bicycle. (Mapworld)

Why an Atlas Is Different

A national map answers:

How does the journey fit together?

A road atlas answers:

Which roads should be used today?

Italy’s secondary roads often lead to the places travellers remember most:

• hill towns

• vineyards

• mountain valleys

• coastal villages

• archaeological sites

• rural accommodation

• small regional centres

Those roads may be too generalised on a national sheet but become much clearer in an atlas.

Best For

Choose the Michelin atlas when:

• the journey will last several weeks

• you are travelling by car or motorhome

• smaller roads are important

• you plan to avoid major highways at times

• you want detailed daily navigation

• several Italian regions will be explored

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6. Italy North Hallwag Map

The Best Broad Map of Northern Italy

The Italy North Hallwag Map covers Italy from Rome northwards at 1:650,000.

Coverage includes:

• Rome

• Florence

• Tuscany

• Bologna

• Milan

• Turin

• Genoa

• Venice

• Verona

• the Italian Lakes

• the Dolomites

• Alpine border regions

City-centre inset maps include Rome, Florence, Milan, Turin, Bologna and Genoa. (Mapworld)

Why Northern Italy Needs More Detail

Northern Italy combines some of Europe’s most complex travel geography:

• Alpine passes

• large metropolitan regions

• the Po Valley

• densely connected motorways

• multiple international borders

• major lake districts

• historic regional cities

A northern sheet gives the traveller more road detail while preserving enough breadth to plan a journey through several regions.

Best For

Choose the Hallwag North map when:

• most of the journey lies north of Rome

• Milan, Venice and Florence are being combined

• the Italian Lakes are included

• the Alps or Dolomites are included

• cross-border travel is planned

• a broad regional map is more useful than several individual sheets

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7. Italy South Hallwag Map

The Best Broad Map of Southern Italy

The Italy South Hallwag Map covers Italy from Rome southwards at 1:650,000.

Coverage includes:

• Rome

• Naples

• Campania

• the Amalfi Coast

• Puglia

• Basilicata

• Calabria

• Sicily

• the Aeolian Islands

• ferry connections

The map also includes city-centre insets of Rome and Naples.

Its single-sided sheet measures approximately 1125 × 1100 mm, providing a generous planning surface. (Mapworld)

Best For

Choose the Hallwag South map when:

• Rome is the northern starting point

• Naples and Pompeii are included

• you are driving the Amalfi Coast

• Puglia or Calabria is part of the journey

• Sicily is included

• ferry planning matters

• a single regional sheet is preferred

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8. Michelin Regional Maps 561–564

The Best Broad Regional Road-Map Series

Michelin divides Italy into four practical touring regions at a more detailed scale than the national map.

The series includes:

• Italy North West Michelin Map 561

• Italy North East Michelin Map 562

• Italy Central Michelin Map 563

• Italy South Michelin Map 564

These maps bridge the gap between a national sheet and the much more detailed 1:200,000 regional maps.

Best Uses

North West 561 is suited to Piedmont, Liguria, Lombardy and western Alpine approaches.

North East 562 is suited to Venice, Verona, the Dolomites, Trentino and Friuli.

Central 563 is useful for Tuscany, Umbria, Lazio, Rome and the central Apennines.

South 564 covers Naples, Puglia, Calabria and Sicily.

For a journey concentrated in one quarter of Italy, these maps provide a stronger working scale than a national sheet. (Mapworld)

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9. Michelin Regional Maps 351–366

The Most Detailed Italian Touring Series

Michelin’s individual regional maps are generally produced at 1:200,000.

At this scale, one centimetre represents approximately two kilometres.

These sheets show:

• minor roads

• local connections

• villages

• scenic roads

• mountain passes

• distances

• provincial boundaries

• national parks

• historic sites

• terrain

The current Mapworld Italy collection includes the following regional titles:

Northwest and the Alps

• Piedmont & Aosta Valley Michelin Map 351

• Liguria Michelin Map 352

• Lombardy Michelin Map 353

Northeast

• Trentino Michelin Map 354

• Veneto Michelin Map 355

• Friuli-Venezia Giulia Michelin Map 356

• Emilia-Romagna Michelin Map 357

Central Italy

• Tuscany Michelin Map 358

• Umbria & The Marches Michelin Map 359

• Lazio Michelin Map 360

• Abruzzo & Molise Michelin Map 361

Southern Italy

• Campania & Basilicata Michelin Map 362

• Puglia Michelin Map 363

• Calabria Michelin Map 364

Islands

• Sicily Michelin Map 365

• Sardinia Michelin Map 366

Michelin’s 1:200,000 regional mapping is particularly valuable in places where minor roads and small settlements are central to the experience. The Piedmont and Liguria sheets, for example, include detailed roads, passes, villages, scenic routes and topographic context that cannot be shown at a national scale. (Mapworld)

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10. The Best Maps for Tuscany

Tuscany is one of the Italian regions where a dedicated map is especially valuable.

The region includes:

• Florence

• Siena

• Pisa

• Lucca

• Arezzo

• San Gimignano

• Chianti

• Val d’Orcia

• coastal Tuscany

• rural hill towns

• wine routes

• minor roads

Tuscany Michelin Map 358

The Tuscany Michelin Map 358 is the best choice for detailed driving.

Its 1:200,000 scale is suited to:

• rural roads

• hill-town approaches

• scenic drives

• vineyard regions

• secondary routes

• journeys between Florence, Siena and smaller towns

Tuscany National Geographic Adventure Map

The Tuscany National Geographic Adventure Map is the stronger choice for outdoor travel, walking, cycling and weather resistance.

Tuscany Borch Folded Laminated Map

The Tuscany Borch Map is a compact laminated option produced at 1:400,000.

It covers Florence, Pisa, Siena, Lucca and the wider region in a wipe-clean format. (Mapworld)

Best Tuscany Combination

For a detailed Tuscany road journey, carry:

• Michelin Tuscany Map 358

• Tuscany Borch Map

• Florence Borch Map

• a national Italy map

• offline navigation

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11. Florence Borch Folded Laminated Map

The Best Map of Florence

The Florence Borch Folded Laminated Map is the strongest dedicated city map of Florence in the collection.

The main map is produced at 1:7,000.

Its compact soft-laminated format is:

• durable

• wipe clean

• water resistant

• easy to carry

• suited to repeated use while walking

The map includes Florence city mapping, visitor attractions and surrounding regional context.

The unfolded size is approximately 660 × 494 mm, while the folded map measures about 243 × 110 mm. (Mapworld)

Why Florence Benefits from a Paper Map

Florence is compact enough to explore on foot, but its dense historic street pattern can make orientation difficult.

A paper map helps reveal:

• the relationship between the Duomo and the Arno

• routes towards the Uffizi

• the position of Santa Maria Novella

• crossings towards Oltrarno

• walking distances between museums

• neighbourhood relationships

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12. Rome Borch Folded Laminated Map

The Best Map of Rome

The Rome Borch Folded Laminated Map is the strongest dedicated city map for a conventional Rome visit.

The current listing describes a fourteenth edition with:

• seven detailed insets

• public-transport information

• a list of principal sights

• street-level central Rome mapping

• broader city coverage

• a durable laminated surface

It is particularly useful for understanding the relationship between ancient Rome, the Vatican, Trastevere, the historic centre and the city’s transport network. (Mapworld)

Why Rome Requires More Than a National Map

Rome is too complex to navigate from a small national-map inset.

A dedicated map helps travellers see:

• how the Colosseum relates to the Roman Forum

• the position of the Vatican relative to the historic centre

• the course of the Tiber

• walking routes between major monuments

• public-transport connections

• the separation between railway stations, historic districts and outer suburbs

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13. Venice Borch Folded Laminated Map

The Best Map for Understanding Venice

The Venice Borch Folded Laminated Map provides detailed coverage of central Venice, the lagoon islands and transport routes.

The main map is produced at 1:6,500.

It includes:

• street and alley mapping

• canals

• bridges

• major sights

• vaporetto and transport information

• surrounding lagoon islands

• wider Veneto context

The map is soft laminated, waterproof and compact. Availability can change, so check the current product page before ordering. (Mapworld)

Why Venice Needs a Physical Map

Venice’s streets do not form a conventional grid.

A paper map helps travellers understand:

• canal relationships

• bridge crossings

• the position of railway and bus terminals

• routes to St Mark’s Square

• the location of different sestieri

• ferry and vaporetto connections

• the relationship between Venice and the lagoon islands

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14. Italian Lakes Michelin Tourist Map

The Best Map of the Italian Lakes

The Italian Lakes Michelin Tourist Map brings the principal lake districts together on one specialist map.

Coverage includes:

• Lake Como

• Lake Garda

• Lake Maggiore

• Lake Iseo

• Lake Orta

The map is designed for:

• lakeside driving

• village-to-village touring

• cycling

• scenic routes

• ferry planning

• day trips

• cross-border regional context

It is much more useful than a national map when the journey is concentrated around the lakes. (Mapworld)

Best For

Choose the Italian Lakes map when:

• Lake Como and Lake Garda are both included

• you are driving rather than staying in one resort

• ferries and lakeside towns matter

• the route continues into Switzerland

• a specialist regional overview is preferred

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15. Dolomites & Northeast Italy ITMB Map

The Best Map for the Dolomites and Cross-Border Travel

The Dolomites & Northeast Italy ITMB Map is suited to journeys involving:

• the Dolomites

• northern Veneto

• Trentino-Alto Adige

• Friuli

• routes towards Austria

• routes towards Slovenia

• Alpine road travel

• mountain recreation

A specialist map becomes particularly valuable in the Dolomites because roads are shaped by:

• mountain passes

• valleys

• seasonal conditions

• tunnels

• steep gradients

• limited east–west connections

The map complements Michelin Trentino Map 354 and Michelin Veneto Map 355. (Mapworld)

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16. Portofino–Cinque Terre Freytag Map & Guide

The Best Detailed Map for Cinque Terre

The Portofino–Cinque Terre Freytag Map & Guide provides specialist coverage at 1:50,000.

It covers:

• Monterosso al Mare

• Vernazza

• Corniglia

• Manarola

• Riomaggiore

• Portofino

• coastal walking trails

• mountain-bike routes

• roads

• railways

• campgrounds

• cultural sites

The large-format sheet measures approximately 1170 × 970 mm when unfolded.

This is a very different product from a conventional road map. Its scale is intended for close regional exploration, walking and cycling rather than cross-country driving. (Mapworld)

Best For

Choose the Cinque Terre map when:

• walking trails are central to the visit

• you want more detail than a Liguria road map provides

• Portofino and Cinque Terre are being combined

• you are cycling or hiking

• local terrain matters

For a broader Ligurian road trip, combine it with Michelin Liguria Map 352.

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17. Sicily Maps

Sicily is large, mountainous and geographically distinct enough to require its own map.

Important destinations include:

• Palermo

• Catania

• Mount Etna

• Taormina

• Syracuse

• Agrigento

• Trapani

• Cefalù

• the southeast

• the Aeolian Islands

Sicily Michelin Map 365

The Sicily Michelin Map 365 is the best dedicated road map for driving across the island.

Its regional scale is suitable for:

• local roads

• mountain routes

• coastal drives

• historic towns

• archaeological sites

• planning long island circuits

Sicily National Geographic Adventure Map

The Sicily National Geographic Adventure Map is the stronger option for waterproof durability and outdoor travel.

Palermo City Map

The Palermo City Map by Touring Club Italiano provides dedicated urban coverage for Sicily’s capital.

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18. Sardinia Maps

Sardinia is also too large and varied to be treated merely as a national-map inset.

Sardinia Michelin Map 366

The Sardinia Michelin Map 366 is the best conventional road map for island touring.

Sardinia National Geographic Adventure Map

The Sardinia National Geographic Adventure Map is produced at 1:220,000.

It is double sided, waterproof and tear resistant.

Coverage includes:

• northern Sardinia

• southern Sardinia

• Cagliari

• Olbia

• Sassari

• Nuoro

• Oristano

• coastal roads

• inland tracks

• beaches

• parks

• ferry routes

• UNESCO sites

• topographic relief

The unfolded sheet measures approximately 965 × 660 mm. (Mapworld)

Best Sardinia Combination

Carry:

• Michelin Sardinia Map 366

• National Geographic Sardinia Adventure Map

• a national Italy map

• current ferry and road information

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19. Touring Club Italiano City Maps

Mapworld’s Italy collection includes detailed Touring Club Italiano city maps for several important regional centres.

These are particularly useful when a city is more than a brief overnight stop.

Available titles include:

• Bologna City Map TCI

• Genoa City Map TCI

• Milan City Map TCI

• Naples City Map TCI

• Padua City Map TCI

• Palermo City Map TCI

• Turin City Map TCI

• Verona City Map TCI

These maps extend Mapworld’s Italian coverage beyond Rome, Florence and Venice and allow travellers to prepare properly for cities that are often overlooked by general travel-map ranges. (Mapworld)

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20. Italy National Geographic Wall Map

The Best Standard Wall Map of Italy

The Italy National Geographic 591 × 867 mm Wall Map is the best general wall map for homes, classrooms and offices.

It includes:

• cities and towns

• political boundaries

• roads

• railways

• airports

• ferry routes

• aqueducts

• canals

• shaded relief

• coastal bathymetry

• Sicily

• Sardinia

• Elba

• the Aeolian Islands

• other outlying islands

Its size provides useful detail while remaining suitable for a conventional wall. (Mapworld)

Best For

Choose the standard National Geographic map when:

• you want a modern map for travel planning

• the map is for a classroom

• you need a home-office reference

• Italian heritage is being celebrated

• both political and physical geography matter

• the larger Supermap will not fit the available wall

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21. Italy National Geographic 1050 × 1550 mm Wall Map

The Best Large Wall Map of Italy

The Italy National Geographic 1050 × 1550 mm Wall Map enlarges the same classic cartography into a dramatic room-scale reference.

The map includes:

• thousands of place names

• highways

• railways

• airports

• ferries

• canals

• aqueducts

• terrain shading

• bathymetry

• major peaks

• mainland and island coverage

At more than 1.5 metres high, it is suitable for:

• classrooms

• Italian cultural organisations

• travel agencies

• libraries

• boardrooms

• schools

• large home offices

• detailed itinerary planning

The map is produced at approximately 1:1,000,000. (Mapworld)

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22. Italy Executive National Geographic Wall Map

The Best Antique-Style Modern Map

The Italy Executive Antique Style National Geographic Wall Map presents modern geographic information in National Geographic’s warmer Executive palette.

It is particularly suited to:

• traditional studies

• libraries

• executive offices

• heritage interiors

• timber-furnished rooms

• decorative home display

Choose the Classic map for brighter colour and classroom clarity.

Choose the Executive map for a more restrained, decorative finish. (Mapworld)

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23. Italian-Language Political and Physical Maps

Italy Political Wall Map in Italian

The Italy Political Wall Map in Italian is a large-format map suited to:

• Italian-language classrooms

• cultural organisations

• Italian studies

• family-history rooms

• native speakers

• language immersion

Italy Physical Wall Map in Italian

The Italy Physical Wall Map in Italian 1067 × 910 mm emphasises:

• the Alps

• the Apennines

• river systems

• valleys

• coastlines

• islands

• plains

• elevation

• terrain

The physical map is produced at approximately 1:1,300,000 and is labelled entirely in Italian. (Mapworld)

Italy Political Supermap in Italian

The Italy Political Wall Supermap in Italian provides a larger political reference for schools, language centres and shared educational spaces.

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24. Italy North and South Wall Maps from The Times

Italy North Wall Map

The Italy North Wall Map from The Times covers northern Italy and Switzerland, with additional regional context extending into Austria, Slovenia and Croatia.

It measures 561 × 410 mm and is produced at 1:1,250,000. (Mapworld)

Italy South Wall Map

The Italy South Wall Map from The Times covers southern Italy, Naples, Sicily and surrounding coastlines.

It includes a Malta inset and measures 924 × 675 mm, also at 1:1,250,000. (Mapworld)

Best For

These maps are particularly useful when:

• only northern or southern Italy is required

• a wide landscape-format map is preferred

• neighbouring-country context matters

• a detailed regional display is more useful than a complete national map

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25. Italy DOC and DOCG Wines Wall Map

The Best Map for Italian Wine Regions

The Italy DOC and DOCG Wines Wall Map is designed for understanding Italy through its recognised wine regions.

It is particularly suited to:

• wine collectors

• restaurants

• wineries

• hospitality training

• Italian cultural centres

• culinary schools

• food-and-wine travellers

The bilingual English and Italian format makes it both decorative and educational. (Mapworld)

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26. Historical Maps of Italy

Mapworld’s Italy collection extends beyond modern travel mapping.

Traveler’s Map of Italy — 1970

The Traveler’s Wall Map of Italy published in 1970 combines period cartography with a travel-oriented perspective.

Italy National Geographic Map — 1961

The Italy Wall Map published in 1961 provides a mid-century National Geographic view of the country.

Italy National Geographic Map — 1995

The Italy Wall Map published in 1995 captures Italy’s geography and infrastructure near the end of the twentieth century.

Southern Italy — J. Arrowsmith, 1834

The Southern Italy Wall Map from 1834 presents provinces, towns, roads and waterways from an earlier political era.

These maps are suitable for:

• collectors

• historians

• Italian heritage interiors

• libraries

• family-history research

• meaningful wall art

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Wall-Map Finishes

Many Mapworld Italy wall maps are available in several professional finishes.

Premium Paper

Paper maps are best for:

• traditional framing

• pinboards

• collectors

• economical display

Laminated

Laminated maps are encapsulated in gloss laminate.

The surface is:

• durable

• wipe clean

• tear resistant

• suitable for whiteboard markers

• compatible with removable map dots

Lamination is ideal for:

• itinerary planning

• classrooms

• travel agencies

• offices

• repeated route marking

Laminated with Timber Hang Rails

Natural timber top and bottom rails create a clean, ready-to-display finish.

Archival Canvas

Canvas maps are printed on 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas using pigment-based inks.

Canvas is particularly suited to:

• homes

• libraries

• studies

• boardrooms

• decorative display

• reduced-glare interiors

Canvas with Timber Hang Rails

Canvas maps may also be professionally mounted with natural timber rails and hanging cord.

Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery of hang-railed maps, as each one is professionally mounted by Mapworld’s framer. (Mapworld)

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Building the Ideal Italy Map Kit

First Journey: Rome, Florence and Venice

Carry:

• Italy Michelin Map 735

• Michelin Italy Road Atlas

• Rome Borch Map

• Florence Borch Map

• Venice Borch Map

• offline railway and walking maps

Northern Italy Road Trip

Carry:

• Italy North Hallwag Map

• Michelin North West 561 or North East 562

• regional maps for Lombardy, Veneto or Trentino

• Italian Lakes Tourist Map

• offline navigation

Tuscany Road Trip

Carry:

• Michelin Tuscany Map 358

• Tuscany Borch Map

• Florence Borch Map

• Italy Michelin Map 735

Italian Lakes and Dolomites

Carry:

• Italian Lakes Michelin Tourist Map

• Dolomites & Northeast Italy ITMB Map

• Michelin Lombardy Map 353

• Michelin Trentino Map 354

• Michelin Veneto Map 355

Cinque Terre and Liguria

Carry:

• Portofino–Cinque Terre Freytag Map

• Michelin Liguria Map 352

• Genoa City Map

• Italy North Hallwag Map

Rome, Naples and the Amalfi Coast

Carry:

• Michelin Lazio Map 360

• Michelin Campania & Basilicata Map 362

• Italy South Hallwag Map

• Rome Borch Map

• Naples City Map

Puglia and Southern Italy

Carry:

• Michelin Puglia Map 363

• Michelin South Map 564

• Italy South Hallwag Map

• national Italy map

Sicily

Carry:

• Michelin Sicily Map 365

• National Geographic Sicily Adventure Map

• Palermo City Map

• Italy South Hallwag Map

Sardinia

Carry:

• Michelin Sardinia Map 366

• National Geographic Sardinia Adventure Map

• current ferry information

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Current Information Matters More Than Printed Distance

Travel times in Italy depend on more than kilometres.

Journeys may be affected by:

• urban congestion

• toll roads

• mountain weather

• snow

• roadworks

• ferries

• seasonal closures

• landslides

• coastal traffic

• restricted traffic zones

• parking regulations

• public holidays

• major events

A printed map is a planning and navigation tool.

It cannot report:

• a road closed this morning

• a mountain pass blocked by snow

• a ferry cancelled because of weather

• a temporary railway disruption

• a new restricted-access zone

• a landslide on a coastal road

Before and during the journey, check current information from:

• road operators

• railway companies

• ferry operators

• local authorities

• national parks

• accommodation providers

• official tourism offices

• weather services

Use the map to understand the geography.

Use current official information to make immediate travel decisions.

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Why Paper Maps Still Matter in Italy

Italy has excellent digital navigation and transport applications.

That does not remove the value of a paper map.

Italy’s long shape, mountain ranges, dense historic cities and strong regional identities make wider geographical context especially valuable.

A paper map allows travellers to:

• compare several itineraries at once

• recognise scenic alternatives

• see where mountain ranges interrupt roads

• understand regional relationships

• plan ferry connections

• identify worthwhile towns between major cities

• avoid unnecessary backtracking

• discuss the journey with travelling companions

• retain an independent backup

• discover places beyond algorithm-generated recommendations

A navigation application may guide a driver to the next exit.

A paper map explains where that exit sits within Italy.

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Why Buy Italy Maps from Mapworld?

The Mapworld Italy collection extends far beyond one national road map.

It includes:

• current national maps

• detailed road atlases

• northern and southern Italy maps

• Michelin regional maps

• Tuscany maps

• Italian Lakes maps

• Dolomites maps

• Cinque Terre maps

• Sicily and Sardinia maps

• Rome, Florence and Venice maps

• Touring Club Italiano city plans

• modern wall maps

• Italian-language maps

• wine maps

• historical maps

The range allows travellers to build a complete map kit around the actual journey rather than expecting one sheet to cover every scale and purpose. (Mapworld)

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Complete Featured Italy Map Directory

National Maps and Atlases

• Italy Michelin Map 735

• Italy Hallwag Map

• Italy National Geographic Adventure Map

• Italy Borch Folded Laminated Map

• Michelin Italy Road Atlas

Broad Regional Maps

• Italy North Hallwag Map

• Italy South Hallwag Map

• Italy North West Michelin Map 561

• Italy North East Michelin Map 562

• Italy Central Michelin Map 563

• Italy South Michelin Map 564

Specialist Regional Maps

• Italian Lakes Michelin Tourist Map

• Dolomites & Northeast Italy ITMB Map

• Portofino–Cinque Terre Freytag Map

• Tuscany Michelin Map 358

• Tuscany Borch Laminated Map

• Tuscany National Geographic Map

City Maps

• Rome Borch Map

• Florence Borch Map

• Venice Borch Map

• Bologna City Map

• Genoa City Map

• Milan City Map

• Naples City Map

• Padua City Map

• Palermo City Map

• Turin City Map

• Verona City Map

Islands

• Sicily Michelin Map 365

• Sicily National Geographic Adventure Map

• Sardinia Michelin Map 366

• Sardinia National Geographic Adventure Map

Modern Wall Maps

• Italy National Geographic 591 × 867 mm Wall Map

• Italy National Geographic 1050 × 1550 mm Wall Map

• Italy Executive National Geographic Wall Map

• Italy Political Wall Map in Italian

• Italy Physical Wall Map in Italian

• Italy Political Supermap in Italian

• Italy North Wall Map from The Times

• Italy South Wall Map from The Times

• Italy DOC and DOCG Wines Wall Map

Historical Wall Maps

• Traveler’s Map of Italy — 1970

• Italy National Geographic Wall Map — 1961

• Italy National Geographic Wall Map — 1995

• Southern Italy Wall Map — J. Arrowsmith, 1834

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Final Verdict

The best map for Italy is not necessarily one map.

It is a carefully selected combination.

Best Overall National Map

The Italy Michelin Map 735 is the strongest national road map for driving, scenic touring and understanding the country as a whole.

Best Large Single-Sheet Map

The Italy Hallwag Map provides the entire mainland, Sicily and Sardinia on one side, supported by useful city insets.

Best Waterproof Map

The Italy National Geographic Adventure Map is the strongest choice for outdoor travel, cycling, walking and repeated use.

Best Compact Laminated Map

The Italy Borch Folded Laminated Map is ideal for travellers who need a durable national map in a small format.

Best Road Atlas

The Michelin Italy Road Atlas provides the detail required for long road trips, minor roads and daily route planning.

Best Northern Italy Map

The Italy North Hallwag Map provides the best broad overview from Rome to the Alps.

Best Southern Italy Map

The Italy South Hallwag Map provides strong coverage from Rome through Naples, Puglia, Calabria and Sicily.

Best Regional Map Series

The Michelin Maps 351–366 provide the most detailed conventional road coverage of Italy’s individual regions.

Best Tuscany Map

The Michelin Tuscany Map 358 is best for driving, while the National Geographic map is best for durable outdoor use.

Best Rome Map

The Rome Borch Folded Laminated Map provides the strongest combination of streets, sights and transport information.

Best Sicily Map

The Michelin Sicily Map 365 is the strongest road map, supported by the National Geographic Adventure Map for waterproof field use.

Best Sardinia Map

The Michelin Sardinia Map 366 is best for road touring, while the National Geographic Adventure Map is best for beaches, walking and outdoor exploration.

Best Italy Wall Map

The Italy National Geographic 591 × 867 mm Wall Map is the best standard-sized choice.

The 1050 × 1550 mm edition is better for classrooms, offices and large planning spaces.

Best Complete Italy Map Kit

For a serious Italian journey, carry:

• a national map

• a detailed road atlas

• one or more regional maps

• dedicated city plans

• waterproof mapping where appropriate

• offline digital navigation

• current road, rail, ferry and access information

Italy rewards preparation.

The right maps will not remove traffic from Rome, reserve a parking space in Florence or reopen an Alpine pass after heavy snow.

They will, however, help travellers understand:

• where they are going

• how Italy’s regions fit together

• which destinations belong naturally within one itinerary

• what alternative roads exist

• where landscape shapes the route

• when a regional, city or island map is required

From the Alps to Sicily, that broader understanding is invaluable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best overall map of Italy?

The Italy Michelin Map 735 is the strongest general national road map. It covers the mainland, Sicily and Sardinia and shows roads, distances, terrain and scenic routes.

What is the best Italy road atlas?

The Michelin Italy Road Atlas provides the greatest day-to-day road detail for long driving holidays.

What is the best waterproof map of Italy?

The National Geographic Italy Adventure Map is printed on waterproof, tear-resistant material.

What is the best laminated map of Italy?

The Borch Italy Folded Laminated Map is compact, water resistant and wipe clean.

What is the scale of the Michelin Italy map?

The Michelin national map is produced at approximately 1:1,000,000, where one centimetre represents ten kilometres.

What is the best map for northern Italy?

The Italy North Hallwag Map provides broad regional coverage from Rome to the Alps. Michelin North West 561 and North East 562 provide closer road detail.

What is the best map for southern Italy?

The Italy South Hallwag Map covers Rome, Naples, Puglia, Calabria and Sicily. Michelin South 564 is another strong regional option.

What is the best map for Tuscany?

The Michelin Tuscany Map 358 is the best detailed road map. The Borch map is the best compact laminated option, while National Geographic is best for waterproof durability.

What is the best map for the Italian Lakes?

The Michelin Italian Lakes Tourist Map covers Lake Como, Lake Garda, Lake Maggiore, Lake Iseo and Lake Orta.

What is the best map for the Dolomites?

The Dolomites & Northeast Italy ITMB Map is the strongest specialist overview. Michelin Trentino 354 and Veneto 355 provide additional road detail.

What is the best map for Cinque Terre?

The Portofino–Cinque Terre Freytag Map provides detailed 1:50,000 coverage of the coastal villages and walking trails.

What is the best map of Rome?

The Rome Borch Folded Laminated Map combines detailed city mapping, public transport and visitor information.

What is the best map of Florence?

The Florence Borch Folded Laminated Map provides detailed central-city coverage at 1:7,000.

What is the best map of Venice?

The Venice Borch map provides central Venice, lagoon-island and transport mapping. Check the product page for current availability.

What is the best map of Sicily?

The Michelin Sicily Map 365 is the best dedicated road map. The National Geographic map is the stronger waterproof option.

What is the best map of Sardinia?

The Michelin Sardinia Map 366 is best for detailed driving. The National Geographic Sardinia map is waterproof and suited to outdoor travel.

Are regional maps more detailed than national maps?

Yes. Michelin regional maps are generally produced at 1:200,000, compared with 1:1,000,000 for the national Michelin map.

Do I need both a national map and a regional map?

A national map provides the complete itinerary. A regional map provides the detailed roads and smaller destinations required for local exploration. Carrying both is the strongest approach.

Are Italy maps available laminated?

Borch maps are supplied in a soft-laminated format. Selected folded maps can also be professionally laminated by Mapworld.

Can laminated maps be written on?

Yes. Laminated maps can be marked with suitable whiteboard markers and wiped clean.

What is the best wall map of Italy?

The National Geographic 591 × 867 mm map is the best standard option. The 1050 × 1550 mm map is better for large rooms.

Are Italy wall maps available in Italian?

Yes. Mapworld stocks Italian-language political and physical wall maps.

Is there a map of Italian wine regions?

Yes. The Italy DOC and DOCG Wines Wall Map shows recognised wine regions in English and Italian.

Are Italy wall maps available on canvas?

Selected wall maps are available on 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas using pigment-based inks.

Can Italy wall maps be supplied with timber hang rails?

Selected laminated and canvas maps can be supplied with natural timber hang rails and hanging cord.

How long do hang-railed maps take?

Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery because each hang-railed map is professionally mounted by Mapworld’s framer.

Does Mapworld sell historical maps of Italy?

Yes. The range includes National Geographic maps from 1961, 1970 and 1995, along with earlier historical cartography.

Where can I buy Italy maps in Australia?

Mapworld stocks national, regional, city, road-atlas, adventure, island, wine and wall maps of Italy with Australia-wide delivery.

Written by Christopher O’Keeffe
Managing Director of Mapworld and specialist in maps, navigation and cartographic products.

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