Boats & ferries

Getting on the water in Italy: ferries as transport, boats as recreation, and what ownership involves.

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Ferry routesPassenger and car ferries serving islands and coasts, seasonal timetables and where to book.

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Boat rental & chartersDay hire, skippered charters and licence requirements for bareboat rental.

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Marinas & berthsBerth costs by boat length, waiting lists and winter storage near Rome.

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Owning a boatRegistration, VAT or import duty, insurance and boating licence rules for foreigners.

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Water taxis & river transportWhere boats are part of the daily commute.

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ConditionsEarthquakes along the Apennines, active volcanoes, flooding and landslides, summer heat. Check seasonal sea state and local warnings.

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