Italy — with more culture, crowds and chaos per square kilometer than anywhere else in Europe — is most enjoyable when you're up-to-date on its sightseeing and infrastructure news. Here's the latest:

As in other European cities, Florence is beefing up security these days. Visiting some major museums — such as the Accademia (with Michelangelo's David), Uffizi and Bargello — will require a little extra time and patience as metal detectors and X-ray machines for bags slow down lines.