Welcome to Italy!  Our purpose is to help familiarize you and your family to living as a member of the USAG Italy military community and local Italian life as a whole.

These resources are focused on settling in upon arrival and life 'outside the gate', beyond the Vicenza PCS Guides and Darby PCS Guides.

USAG Italy Housing Office
See what homes are available or get in touch with a Housing Office representative for the most up-to-date information available.

USAG Italy Outdoor Recreation
You don't have to wait to plan your next adventure!  Check out trips and activities available through our Outdoor Recreation Office!

Child & Youth Services
These are your resources available for childcare, youth services, instructional classes, and more!  Parent Central Services helps you with registering your children in programs and services such as the Child Development Center, School-Age Center, SKIES, and other youth programs!

School Liaison Officer
Visit this resource for information on making transitioning to a new school as easy and smooth as possible!  This includes a Youth Sponsorship & Transition program that can have a friend help your child navigate their new environment from Day 1!

Benvenuti! (Welcome!)
USAG Italy's newcomers' tour 'Benvenuti!' includes a familiarization and language class, and tour of downtown Vicenza, and a trip to another local town.  Follow the link below and find the "Benvenuti Cultural Integration Class" tab!

Teenvenuti! (Grades 6-12)
This program is led by students who have lived in Italy and been trained to help your child learn about their new home.  This program includes tours of the middle school, high school, and downtown Vicenza!

 

 

 

Hotels in the Area

Ederle Inn (Army Lodging)

When possible, you will be provided with accommodations on-installation at Caserma Ederle.  If there is no availability for your arrival, the below listings are provided based on proximity (within 30 min. walking).  Keep in mind you may only receive a partial repayment for lodging based on approved reimbursement rates.

Mary Hotel Vicenza

Address: Viale Camisano 28, 36100 Vicenza VI
Distance to Caserma Ederle (Gate 2): Approx. 300 m (5 min. walking)
Phone: +39 0444 30 0855
Website: https://www.hotelmaryvicenza.it/en/ ⚠

Palace Hotel La Conchiglia d'Oro

Address: Via Bassano 7, 36100 Vicenza VI
Distance to Caserma Ederle (Gate 2): Approx. 1.9 km (30 min. walking)
Phone: +39 0444 142 9771
Website: https://www.palacehotelvicenza.it/ ⚠

Hotel Victoria & Residence

Address: Str. Padana verso Padova 52, 36100 Vicenza VI
Distance to Caserma Ederle (Gate 2): Approx. 2.1 km (30 min. walking)
Phone: +39 0444 91 2299
Website: https://www.hotelvictoriavicenza.com/en/ ⚠

Best Western Hotel Aires

Address: Viale Leonardo Da Vinci 28, 36100 Vicenza VI​​
Distance to Caserma Ederle (Gate 2): Approx. 1.8 km (25 min. walking)
Phone: +39 0444 23 9239
Website: https://www.arieshotelvicenza.com/en/home-page.aspx ⚠

Key Hotel Vicenza

Address: V.le G. Trissino 89, 36100 Vicenza VI
Distance to Caserma Ederle (Gate 2): Approx. 2 km (30 min. walking)
Phone: +39 0444 50 5476
Website: https://www.key-hotel.it/en/ ⚠

 

Getting Around: Public Transportation, Highways, & Traffic Rules

Zona Traffico Limitato (ZTL)

ZTLs are restricted access areas typically marking entrances to old parts of town.  Limited traffic areas may be imposed for several reasons including narrow roads, residence access only, and preservation of historical constructions.  Unauthorized motorists are identified by camera and issued fines by mail.

Taxis

If you're trying to catch a taxi in town, there are a few areas where they have designated waiting areas (sometimes marked with a "TAXI" sign).  The best way to get a taxi anywhere you are is by calling a local taxi company or using any of the taxi mobile apps Italy has to offer.

Buses

SVT is Vicenza's public transportation provider.  Tickets may be purchased at several places including bars/cafes and news stands.  Rechargeable cards are also available for purchase.
For more details and information, visit https://svt.vi.it/. ⚠

Booking Evening Bus Services

SVT provides an evening bus service within the urban area that you can coordinate through their app "SVT ChiamaBus".  Like calling a taxi, you select a pick-up and drop-off point and the app will provide you with routes to choose from.  The app then provides directions from your current location to the pick-up point - an icon shows the bus on approach in real time.  You can also book recurring rides and save your favorite routes.  Ticket purchase is required and can be done at several locations or directly onboard the bus - check with the service for the most updated information.

A call center is also available for book service at +39 0444 22 3113, Monday thru Saturday (excluding holidays) from 0700 to 2000.

Trains

The Italian rail system is and easy and affordable method of transportation.  Depending on the train you take, they may require seat assignments (i.e., intercity [IC] trains) or have open seating (i.e., regional trains).  Tickets are purchasable from an attendant window, self-service window, or even on any mobile app serving the area.

Autostrade (Highways)

Identified with green signs, autostrade (plural) are toll highways and the primary arteries running through Italy.  Motorists pull a ticket from the entry toll booth and return it at the exit toll booth to assess the fee.  Exit lanes are marked by method of payment (e.g., Self-Service, Attendant, or Telepass).  If you do not have a 'Telepass', do not enter an autostrada without pulling a ticket - even if the gate arm is up - or you may be charged the maximum fee possible.

Telepasses

Telepasses are an optional devices you may acquire for your vehicle.  This device is read by sensors as you enter and exit an autostrada and charges a monthly total to your method of payment.

*This website is for informational purposes only and appearance of private businesses does not constitute or imply any endorsement by the US Army or USAG Italy.*

Attractions in the Area

MALLS

Palladio Shopping Mall
Address: Strada Padana verso Padova, 60 - 36100 Vicenza
Movie theater located inside the mall:
UCI Luxe Palladio
 
Piramidi Shopping Mall
Address: Via Pola, 20 - 36040 Torri di Quartesolo (Vicenza)
Surrounded by several furniture and home improvement stores.
Movie theater located across the street:
The Space Cinema Vicenza
Via Brescia, 1 – 36040 Torri di Quartesolo

AMUSEMENT & WATER PARKS

Caribe Bay (Water Park)
Address: Via Michelangelo Buonarroti, 15/A - 30016 Lido di Jesolo (Venezia)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 115 km (1 hr 25 min)​​​
 
Gommapiuma (Small Amusement Park)
Address: Via Firenze, 16 - 30016 Lido di Jesolo (Venezia)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 110 km (1 hr 20 min)
 
Parco Divertimenti New Jesolandia (Small Amusement Park)
Address: Via Lucio Battisti - 30016 Jesolo (Venezia)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 110 km (1 hr 20 min)
 
Caneva World Resort
Address: Via Fossalta, 58 - 37017 Lazise (Verona)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 85 km (1 hr)
The resort includes:
·         Movieland Amusement Park
·         Caneva Water Park
·         Medieval Times
·         Rockstar Restaurant
·         Safari Pizza
 
Gardaland Resort
Address: Via Derna, 4 - 37014 Castelnuovo del Garda (Verona)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 80 km (1 hr)
The resort includes:
·         Gardaland Amusement Park
·         Legoland Water Park
·         Gardaland SEA LIFE Aquarium
·         Gardaland Hotel
·         Gardaland Adventure Hotel
·         Gardaland Magic Hotel
 
Parco Cavour (Water Park)
Address: Via Napoleonica - 37067 Valeggio sul Mincio (Verona)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 83 km (1hr 10min)
 
Parco Padovaland (Water Park)
Address: Viale della Regione Veneto, 6 - 35127 Padova
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 50 km (35 min)
 

LEISURE

Aquardens Terme Verona (The Biggest Thermal Park in Italy)
Address: Via Valpolicella, 63 - 37026 Pescantina (Verona)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 78 km (55 min)
 
Aquaria Thermal SPA
Address: Piazza Don A. Piatti, 1 - 25019 Sirmione, Lake Garda (Brescia)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 97 km (1 hr 15 min).
 
Villa dei Cedri (Thermal Park)
Address: Piazza di Sopra, 4 - 37017 Colà di Lazise, Lake Garda (Verona)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 84 km (1 hr)
 
Sigurtà Garden Park
Address: Via Cavour, 1
37067 Valeggio sul Mincio (Verona)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 81 km (1 hr 13 min)
 
Thermae Abano Montegrotto (Colli Euganei Natural Park)
Tourist Information and Reception Offices
ABANO TERME
Via Pietro D’Abano ,18 - 35031 Abano Terme (Padova)
 
MONTEGROTTO TERME
Viale Stazione, 56 - 35036 Montegrotto Terme (Padova)
 
MONSELICE
Via del Santuario, 6 - 35043 Monselice (Padova)
 
ESTE
Via Guido Negri, 9/A - 35042 Este (Padova)

WINERIES

Ca' Basso Azienda Agricola
Address: Via Casoni, 1 - 36023 Longare (Vicenza)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 14 km (20 min)
 
ioMazzucato Cantina Vitivinicola
Address: Via San Gaetano, 21 - 36042 Breganze (Vicenza)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 23 km (30 min)
 
Cantina Muraro ‘952
Address: Via Crosaron, 8 - 36023 Longare (Vicenza)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 15 km (20 min)
 
Cantina Pegoraro
Address: Via Calbin, 24 - 36048 Barbarano Mossano (Vicenza)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 22 km (30 min)
 
Fattoria Le Vegre Azienda Vitivinicola
Address: Via Vegre, 36 – 36057 Arcugnano (Vicenza)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 9,5 km (17 min)
 
Magia di Barbarano
Address: Via S. Martino, 29 - 36021 Barbarano Vicentino (Vicenza)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 23 km (30 min)

SKING, SNOWBOARDING & MORE

Alpe Cimbra
Address: Via Nazioni Unite, 51 - 38064 Folgaria (Trento)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 85 km (1 hr 40 min)
This ski area encompasses many municipalities, but most operations utilize Alpe Cimbra.
 
Paganella Ski
Address: Piazzale Paganella, 5 - 38010 Andalo (Trento)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 185 km (2 hr 10 min)
 
 
Cervino Ski Paradise
Address: Funivie Cervino spa, Via Giomein - 11021 Breuil-Cervinia (Aosta)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 385 km (4 hr 15 min)
Website:  https://www.cervinia.it/ 
Hit the slopes along iconic Matterhorn. International lift tickets available to ski down the Swiss side of the mountain (remember to bring your passports).
 
Kronplatz
Address: 39030 Mareo, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 300 km (3 hr 50 min) (to the mountain top)
Kronplatz is a large mountain area that spans many towns; find the location that best suits your travel plans.
 
Ghiacciaio Val Senales Ski
Address: Frazione Maso Corto, 111, Località Maso Corto, 11 - 39020 Senales (Bolzano)
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 270 km (3 hr)
 
Alpe Tognola
Address: Via Passo Rolle, 21 - 38054 San Martino di Castrozza (Trento)​​​
Distance from Vicenza: Approx. 125 km (2 hr)
Website:  https://www.tognola.it/ 
 

FISHING

Italy Trout Fishing
Address: Via Lago di Fimon, 110 - 36057 Arcugnano (Vicenza)
 
Laghetto Pilastroni
Address: Via Pilastroni, 7 - 36031 Dueville (Vicenza)
 
Sede Pabat
Address: Via dello Stadio, 61 - 36100 Vicenza
 
Laghetto 2000
Address: Strada Maglio di Lobia, 40 - 36100 Vicenza
 
Laghi Verdi New Era
Address: Via Chiesa, 40 - 36050 Valproto (Vicenza)
 
Laghetto Pesca Sportiva "Al Brolo"
Address: Via Valle, 42 - 36040 Sarego (Vicenza)
 
Pesca Sportiva da Andrea (Catch & Release)
Address: 36045 Alonte (Vicenza)