Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany

Province: Pistoia

Size: 17 km2

Population: 20,024

Language: The official language in Montecatini Terme is Italian, however, you will find that most people who work in the tourist industry also speak English and several other western European languages.

Voltage: The voltage in Montecatini is 220 Voltz / 50 Hertz. If your electronic devices work on a different voltage then you will have to use a converter.

Outlets: The electrical outlets require two round pins.

Time Zone: The local time is Central European Time (CET) plus one hour. They do take part in Daylight Saving Time.

Country Code: The country code for dialing Italy is +39.

Area Code: To dial Montecatini Terme you will need the area code, 0572.

Postal Code: If you require anything to be sent to you during your stay in Montecatini, the postal code is 51016.

Currency: The local currency used is the Euro.

Banking: Major hotels, spas and restaurants will accept credit cards including Visa, Mastercard and Diners Club. There are ATMs readily available in the bank or in many major hotel lobbies. They accept Visa, Mastercard, Cirrus and Plus.

Airports: There is no airport in Montecatini Terme. The closest airports are in Florence and Pisa. Both have transport to Montecatini Terme upon landing.

Transport: Montecatini Terme has two train stations with frequent trains from all over Italy. Most daily trains come from Florence or Pisa. Keep in mind that traveling by train from Pisa will require a transfer. Buses also run regularly to Montecatini Terme, but like the trains you will have to make a transfer if traveling from Pisa. Once you are in the city, the best mode of transportation is your own two feet. The city is quite small, with the main square stretching less than a mile.

Accommodation: There are many forms of accommodation in Montecatini Terme. Many hotels are combination spa resorts that have higher prices to match their amenities. However, you can find smaller hotels and bed and breakfasts either in town or just outside of town that offer rooms for as little as 15 Euros per person per night.

Tipping: Tipping is the norm in Italy, though it is not required. Most restaurants include a service charge in their prices, but oftentimes that charge will not actually go to your server. If you are happy with the service, it is a good idea to leave a few Euros as a tip. The same applies to taxis, porters, chambermaids and other service industries.

Hospitals:If you require a doctor during your visit, you can find the Santa Rita Hospital on via Manin. They can be reached at 057 292 821.

Police: If you are in a situation that requires police assistance, you can reach the local station at 057 292 861. For emergencies you can dial the local police at 113 or the national police at 112.

Embassies: There are no foreign embassies in Montecatini Terme. If you require the assistance of your local embassy, you will have to travel back to Florence or Pisa.

Tourism: Montecatini Terme is most famous for its thermal spas. Throughout history people have flocked to Montecatini for its healing waters, including Vivaldi and Puccini.