Do you know someone that LOVES Italy? Maybe it is a family member or close friend. If you are looking for Italian gifts for Italy lovers you are in the right spot!
Picking out the perfect gift for a birthday, holiday, or Christmas is tough! This guide will hopefully make the process super easy. These Italian gifts will please any Italy lover!
Let’s explore all the Italian gifts for Italy Lovers!
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Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers - Books and Learning
One of the best Italian gifts for Italy lovers is books. There are a wide range of Italian books that serve different purposes. Let’s explore some of the best learning tools and books that will make great gifts.
Language Learning Program
Learning the language of the place you love is not uncommon. Buying a language learning program is a great gift.
My Experience
I have used both Rosetta Stone and Pimsleur. I like Rosetta Stone because it teaches using visual aids. It teaches a lot of the grammar rules. I didn’t think it helped me as much in the conversational part of learning a language.
Pimsleur really helped me actually understand what people were saying. I would listen to it in the car and by the end of 6 courses I felt like I could actually speak a little. However, it is all auditory and does not teach grammar rules or conjugation.
Italian Cookbooks
Another great gift is a cookbook. Italy is known for its wonderful food. An Italian cookbook is a great gift that really feels like you are bringing a little bit of Italy home!
Different Types of Italian Cookbooks:
Italy Coffee Table Books
The best thing about coffee table books is that they are usually large and full of beautiful images and helpful information. They are also great for adding pops of color to your room.
Italy Coffee Table Books
Italy is one of the most beautiful places in the world which makes a coffee table book a great gift for Italy lovers!
Italy Guide Books
If your friend or family member is headed to Italy soon a guide book is a great gift. This will allow them to plan their Italy itinerary and get great Italy travel tips for their trip.
Rick Steves Guide Book
I highly recommend the Rick Steve Italy book. It is amazing! His suggestions helped us eat at some of the most amazing places in Italy! There is also great information on how to avoid lines and the best ways to get from point A to point B. This book will give you a million reasons why you need to go to Italy!
A phrase book may be helpful as well. There are also travel guide books for kids.
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers - Food and Drink
Food and drink gift sets are great because you can easily order them on Amazon or put them together yourself.
Gift Basket Ideas:
- Italian Sodas Gift Basket
Purchase some Torani syrup, S. Pellegrino sparkling water, and creamy whipped topping.
- Pasta Gift Basket
You could also buy a few bags of pasta, pasta sauce, and some parmesan cheese for a cute Italian basket idea.
- Italian Bakery Items
If you live near an Italian bakery you could pick up some cannoli’s, biscotti, and an Italian cream cake for a sweet Italian basket.
- Italian Olive Oil Gift Set
Italian Olive Oils make a really nice gift. Find a high quality Italian Olive Oil.
- Limoncello Gift Basket
Along the Amalfi Coast, Limoncello is locally made. There are so many fun Limoncello products you could include in a basket.
Italian Olive Oil
We received Italian olive oil as a gift last Christmas. I loved it! It is a practical gift that people will actually use.
I love that Italian olive oil is quality.
Fun Fact
Research indicates the levels of cycloartenol, a sterol that lowers cholesterol levels are higher in Italian virgin olive oil.
Italy Gift Basket
Save Time
These options are a little more expensive than doing it yourself, but sometimes it is nice to save time and know that the package will have a beautiful presentation when delivered.
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers - Limoncello
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers -Home Décor
Types of Italy Home Décor:
Italy Map Gifts
Anything that has a map of Italy is a good gift idea.
Printable Maps and Posters Gift Idea
You can purchase a printable map of Italy. Once you print it, you can frame it and it will be a beautiful Italian gift.
Italian Themed Candles
Candles are always a hit! These are great decorations, but also bring that wonderful smell of Italy into your home.
Italy Christmas Ornaments
Christmas ornaments are very thoughtful gifts. Many people like to buy Christmas ornaments as souvenirs when they travel. It is a great idea for a souvenir, but it is even more special if a friend or family member gives it as a gift.
Ornaments by Location:
There are a lot of fun choices to pick from, so think about the person’s favorite place in Italy and start there.
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers - Kitchen Items
Funny Italian Gifts
If your Italy lover friend or family member has a funny sense of humor. There are so many great Italian gifts for Italy lovers that will make them laugh.
“I’m not yelling, I’m Italian”
My Father-in-law comes from an Italian family and they do get loud when they are all together….It is great!!!!
Italian Art
Florence is known for its art exhibits. We loved visiting the Uffizi Gallery. If your Italy lover friend loves Italy because of the art, then a nice Italian art piece is a great idea.
Photography
Photography is another form of art. The beauty of Italy is undeniable. Many photographers also have portraits that would make excellent gifts. Are favorite place to take pictures in Italy were Gaeta, Venice, and Pisa.
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers - Clothing and Gear
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers - Jewelry
Another great option is a piece of jewelry in the shape of Italy or something that reminds them of Italy.
Made in Italy
Jewelry is a great gift in general, but jewelry made in Italy is an awesome gift.
Italian Bags
Italian leather bags are all the rage. Italian leather is a durable and well-made material. Verify that your product is in fact made in Italy.
Italian City Bags
Another option is a bag that has images of Italy. I love reusable shopping bags.
Italian Hats
Men’s gifts are hard to find but a nice Italian ball cap is the perfect gift. Maybe a chef’s hat….(all the men in the Manderino (my) family cook like true Italians)
Italian Shirts
Shirts are always a fun gift. They are actually one of my favorite things to buy for myself.
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers - Games and Toys
Italian Games
I love playing card games, board games, and guessing games. Games are a great family gift. These Italian games would be great to learn to play.
Random Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers
Small gifts are fun mementos to let the Italy Lover in your life know that you care.
Coasters, keychains, or snow globes are fun trinkets to give.
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers - Experiences
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers - Recap
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers – Books and Learning
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers – Home Decorations
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers – Kitchen
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers – Gear
- Hats
- Leather Bags
- Italian City Bags
- Shirts
- Jewelry
- Limoncello Body Spray
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers – Games and Toys
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers – Food and Drink
- Pasta Gift Basket
- Italian Themed Gift Basket
- Olive Oil Gift Sets
- Limoncello Gift Basket
- Italian Soda Gift Basket
- Bakery Gift Basket
Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers – Experiences
- Walking Tours
- Food Tours
- Cooking Classes
- Boat Excursions
- Skip the Line Passes
- Special Day Trips
Over 40 Ideas for Italian Gifts for Italy Lovers
Hopefully, this helps you as you shop for the Italy lovers in your life. There are so many fun Italian gifts for Italy lovers!
My Favorite Italy Gifts
It is really hard to choose my favorites! My top three would be any experience in Italy (please sign me up!), any Italian food basket, and honestly I love puzzles, so that is what I would pick!
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Kadi
November 5, 2021 7:48 amThese are great ideas. I especially love the coffee table books.
Lisa
November 6, 2021 7:51 amI love those beautiful images in the books.
Linda Egeler
November 5, 2021 1:11 pmI was thinking about trying Rosetta Stone for Spanish. I have listened to the Pimsleur CD’s in the car and have really learned a lot of phrases. But I do think I could stand to learn some grammar rules!
Lisa
November 6, 2021 7:51 amI bought both. Luckily, my husband speaks Spanish I can ask a ton of questions.
Julie Gazdecki
November 5, 2021 2:52 pmGreat gifts for Italy lovers! The baskets would be fun to make.
Lisa
November 6, 2021 7:50 amI think they would be super easy to make and probably not very expensive.
kmf
November 5, 2021 11:36 pmLove this Italy lovers gift guide. I’m thinking about gifting a few to myself!
Lisa
November 6, 2021 7:49 amThat is how I am….That looks cool…I want that!
Taci tntwanders
November 5, 2021 11:46 pmSo many great ideas here! Gave my a ton of ideas for the holidays! Also want to check out pimlsuer! Sounds great
Lisa
November 6, 2021 7:49 amI really liked it. I did Spanish. If I didn’t know the grammar rules of the language going into it, it would have been super confusing. I had studied enough Spanish that the conversational aspect was super helpful.
Chantelle
November 6, 2021 12:07 amI love the idea of gifting the language learning programs! Puzzles that show destinations are super fun too!
Lisa
November 6, 2021 7:47 amI typically try to learn the basics of a language of a place I am going.
Stacey Billingsley
November 6, 2021 7:17 amSo many great ideas! The coffee table books are beautiful. I’d be content if anyone wanted to gift me a basket of Italian treats! I also love the Christmas ornaments. We’ve been known to grab some of those on our trips along with the magnet we get. Wonderful ideas!
Lisa
November 6, 2021 7:46 amI would love a coffee table book too and really a trip to Italy would be nice as well 🙂
Barbara
November 7, 2021 7:16 amThese are great ideas! I love destination style gifts to get excited about an upcoming travel destination!
Lisa
November 12, 2021 7:28 amI love the experiences!
Cindy Moore
November 7, 2021 12:11 pmThese are such fun gifts! I loved Italy when I visited in 2017. The Italian gift baskets are calling my name!
Lisa
November 12, 2021 7:28 amI know there are so many fun ideas!
Karen
November 9, 2021 10:36 amI love Italy and I love gifts and giving travel-related gifts. So this curated list is very useful!
Lisa
November 12, 2021 7:27 amThanks!
Marianne
November 11, 2021 7:18 amHubby and I both have family in Southern Italy. Some of these gift ideas brought back some wonderful memories of our time there! Great suggestions!
Lisa
November 12, 2021 7:27 amThanks! I just love Italy!
Jordin
November 11, 2021 3:03 pmWOW! So many excellent gift ideas! I personally love candles, so the homesick candle would be a sweet reminder.
Lisa
November 12, 2021 7:27 amI know right!
Jennifer
November 11, 2021 10:11 pmI learned Italian at school, but don’t remember much. So, the Italian language ideas are good so you can learn the basics before you go.
Lisa
November 12, 2021 7:26 amIt is nice to know a little!
Kristen
November 13, 2021 2:18 pmI haven’t been to Italy but would still love these gifts, especially the the cookbooks. Thanks for a great gift guide!
Lisa
November 16, 2021 2:00 pmItaly is amazing…the food!!!!