Mainly Type F (round, 2 pins) — same as Germany. Some older buildings Type L (3 pins in a line).

230V/50Hz. US chargers (laptop, phone) handle this — just need the plug shape.

Hair dryer/curling iron?

US 110V devices may burn out. Buy a dual-voltage travel one.

Same plug situation — bring a UK→EU adapter.

Often only 1–2 by the desk. Bring a small power strip.

Electrical Outlets and Adapters in Italy

Visit Siena Guide editorial·May 19, 2026·6 min read

Type F/L plugs, 230V. What American/UK travelers actually need.

Key takeaways

Type F/L plugs, 230V. What American/UK travelers actually need.

# Electrical Outlets and Adapters in Italy

Boring but essential. Don't pack the wrong adapter.

The €15 'universal adapter' from Amazon covers all of Europe + UK + US in one. Worth it.

Questions we didn't answer? Write us at redazione@visitsienaguide.it — your question probably helps the next traveler.

Plug type?: Mainly Type F (round, 2 pins) — same as Germany. Some older buildings Type L (3 pins in a line).
Voltage?: 230V/50Hz. US chargers (laptop, phone) handle this — just need the plug shape.
Hair dryer/curling iron?: US 110V devices may burn out. Buy a dual-voltage travel one.
UK adapters?: Same plug situation — bring a UK→EU adapter.
Hotel outlets?: Often only 1–2 by the desk. Bring a small power strip.

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