10-Day Italy road trip from Ancona to Bologna, Venice, Florence, and Rome

Ancona has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible piazza del Plebiscito. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,631 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

Ancona also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Ancona is Donegal Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Ancona is Posa bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 948 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Italy!

Day 2 of your road trip through Italy gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Bologna for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ancona is the amazing Museo archeologico nazionale delle Marche. As such, over 3,696 people visit Museo archeologico nazionale delle Marche yearly. This attraction is an archaeological museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 406 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible cathedral, cathedral Basilica of St. Cyriacus. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,724 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ancona is the outstanding Parco Naturale Regionale Gola della Rossa e di Frasassi. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,515 visitors. Approximately 3,696 travelers come to Ancona every year to see the stunning Museo archeologico nazionale delle Marche with their own eyes.

The spectacular Frasassi Caves is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating show cave and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 20,728 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Italy. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bologna, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Trattoria da Me, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,763 customers.

Locals also recommend Trattoria dal Biassanot as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna. Trattoria dal Biassanot is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,616 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna is Trattoria del Tempo Buono. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers.

After dinner, visit BrewDog Bar Bologna, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bologna. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Macondo - Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Alternatively, Osteria del Sole is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bologna. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,643 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bologna and the city of Verona. You’ll stay in Venice for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bologna today is Two Towers. This excellent attraction is a tower that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,975 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Piazza Maggiore, an outstanding square, in the city of Bologna. Around 64,523 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bologna is Fountain of Neptune, Bologna. This amazing attraction is a fountain and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,952 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Italy, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Italy. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Castelvecchio Bridge for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Verona. This popular attraction is an arch bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,156 visitors.

This outstanding opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 123,818 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Venice.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Venice, Trattoria Al Gazzettino. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,378 customers.

Locals recommend Nevodi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Venice. Nevodi is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Venice is Osteria Alla Staffa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 869 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Venice, Adagio. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Il Mercante. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

The Irish Pub Venezia is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Venice. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,420 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy with a toast!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Italy, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Venice. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Florence. You’ll stay in Florence for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Venice’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Venice, start your day with a visit to the amazing Rialto Bridge. This much-appreciated stone bridge and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,666 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Piazza San Marco. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 152,982 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Doge's Palace to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Doge's Palace is a palace that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,775 visitors. Every year, around 318,104 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Bridge of Sighs is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 18,223 visitors have left this footbridge average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Venice has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Florence. Florence offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Ristorante Paoli. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 6,031 reviews.

The remarkable Ristorante Oliviero 1962 is another top restaurant in Florence we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Il Vezzo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Florence, the fantastic Manifattura. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ditta Artigianale. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Archea Brewery. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Florence, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Florence is Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This amazing attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 76,359 visitors.

Piazzale Michelangelo is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Florence. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, piazzale Michelangelo has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 77,744 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Italy more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Italy’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Florence.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Le Volte Firenze. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.

Le Cappelle Medicee is one of the top restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,574 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence is La Giostra. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,432 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Florence, Locale Firenze. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 771 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Florence, we recommend the cocktails at Djària - American Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Florence is Caffe San Firenze. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Florence!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Florence is the amazing piazza della Signoria. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 66,956 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Uffizi Gallery, a popular attraction that receives around 2,011,219 yearly visitors. This national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,794 visitors.

Ponte Vecchio is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Florence. This well-known attraction, a spectacular deck arch bridge, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 118,099 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Florence is another excellent way to spend your new day in Italy. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Italy’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Italy’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Italy’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Orvieto Cathedral for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a catholic cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,057 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Rome.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try 433, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers.

Locals also recommend Roma Sparita as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. Roma Sparita is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

After dinner, visit D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cantina e Cucina. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Alternatively, Ai Tre Scalini is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy!

On day 7 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Grand Hotel Palatino, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Rome. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,826 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Rome is the 5-star NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,953 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Rome is the 3-star Hotel Nord Nuova Roma. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,325 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Rome, like the outstanding Colosseum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 visitors and gathers around 7,400,000 every year.

Roman Forum is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Rome. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Rome is the extraordinary Altare della Patria. This architectural structure gets more than 1,683,070 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 49,843 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Trevi Fountain. Around 343,494 visitors have given this sculpture an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Piazza di Spagna. Piazza di Spagna is a popular square, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 113,658 travelers.

Come to Rome prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Rome.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Amedeo, after your day of exploring the city of Rome. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 customers.

La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali is another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is Maccheroni. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,633 customers.

Locals recommend VinAllegro, one of the best bars in the city of Rome, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Rome, Ristorante Tema. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Bar Tornatora Rome is also one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Italy.

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Rome has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Rome by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Rome. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Rome, like the extraordinary Villa Borghese. This attraction is an urban zone of rome and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 69,749 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Rome is the spectacular piazza del Popolo. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,807 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Pantheon. This roman temple has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors. Up to 30,000,000 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Piazza Navona is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Rome. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Castel Sant'Angelo. Castel Sant'Angelo is a museum and popular attraction in Rome. More than 72,431 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 918,591 people who do so each year.

Your discovery of Rome does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Rome on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Italy, be sure to eat at Coso Ristorante, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,275 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Rome is the popular Pierluigi. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Rome is Ristorante Ad Hoc. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, La Botticella of Poggi Giovanni is one of the best bars in the city of Rome for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

Tigelleria Romana - Bistrot & Cafè is another of the most popular bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Rome is La Licata. La Licata has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,067 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Rome!

Day 9 of your road trip through Italy gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Ancona for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Vatican City is the amazing St. Peter's Basilica. As such, over 11,000,000 people visit St. Peter's Basilica yearly. This attraction is a major basilica that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131,043 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible chapel, Sistine Chapel. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,083 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Vatican City is the outstanding Vatican Museums. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 133,310 visitors. Approximately 11,000,000 travelers come to Vatican City every year to see the stunning St. Peter's Basilica with their own eyes.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Italy. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Ancona, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After dinner, visit Bàgolo Caffetteria, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ancona. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 423 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Old Fashioned. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 170 customers.

Alternatively, Mixer Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Ancona. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 123 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy!

Day 10 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Ancona before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Parco Della Cittadella di Ancona is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Ancona. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 843 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Ancona and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Italy.

You’ll then say farewell to Ancona. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Italy!