Italian business hours are approximately from 9.00am to 1.00pm and from 4.00pm to 7.00pm, Monday to Friday.
Banking hours in Italy are approximately 8.30am to 1.30pm and 3.00pm to 4.00pm Monday to Friday. The afternoon opening hours may vary from city to city. Banks are closed on Saturday, Sunday and on national holidays.
Shops in Italy are usually open from 9.00am to 12.30am and 4:30 pm to 7:30pm, Monday to Saturday. Shops in large cities will usually remain open during lunchtime and may close earlier.
Supermarkets are open Monday to Saturday and in summer months some of the newer and large supermarkets may be open Sunday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.