1. When exchanging money at exchange offices, do not forget to check not only the exchange rate but also the service fee charged. The fee can vary significantly in different offices. Some banks charge a fixed fee for the exchange service.
2. The majority of state establishments open at 9:00 and work until 17:00. As a rule, there is a lunch break in the afternoon. Working hours of restaurants and cafes are also peculiar. Cheaper restaurants can serve visitors starting from early in the morning and until 15:00. After that, they close for a break and reopen at 18:00. Expensive restaurants can be closed until 18:00 and work until late at night.
3. Line voltage is 220V. All hotels and guest houses have standard European wall sockets. Don’t forget to check for compatibility all electrical appliances that you plan to take. There might be a need to purchase adapters.
4. When heading to a stroll in the city, there is no need to take large sums of money, jewelry, and documents. It is better to keep them in a safe in your hotel’s room. A copy of the passport and a hotel card are enough.
6. Children, students, and retired people are eligible to discounts on public transport tickets, different excursions, and entrance tickets to various events. In order to be able to apply that discount, it is necessary to have documents that prove the special status of the applicant.
7. It is very comfortable to navigate in the city by public transport. It is also possible to call a taxi at any time of day and night. In the daytime, it is possible to get a taxi at a special stop or call a taxi by phone. It is not common to catch a taxi right on the street.
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9. Savvy travelers should pay their attention to the numerous small cafes that are located virtually on every street of the city. These cafes usually offer a rich choice of salads, pizza, and beverages at very attractive prices.
10. Vacationers planning to shop a lot during their stay in Imola are better to visit shops with the «Tax-Free» mark. When making a purchase of more than 176 euro, you can get the tax back when leaving the country.