10-Day Italy Road Trip from Ancona traveling south to Rimini, Arezzo, and Rome

Ancona has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Lazzaretto of Ancona. This attraction is a building and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,023 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!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rimini. You’ll stay in Rimini for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ancona’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ancona, start your day with a visit to the amazing Sanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,100 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Parco Naturale Regionale Gola della Rossa e di Frasassi. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,515 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Frasassi Caves to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Frasassi Caves is a show cave that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,728 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ancona has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rimini. Rimini 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 La Mi Mama. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,954 reviews.

The remarkable Sabbioni Pizza & Restaurant is another top restaurant in Rimini we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,324 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rimini, the fantastic Bar Lento. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 516 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bounty. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,323 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bar Ilde - Il Baretto della Buona Piadina. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,485 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Day 3 of your road trip through Italy gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Rimini and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Arezzo. You will stay in Arezzo for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Rimini is the amazing Piazza Cavour. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,447 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible triumphal arch, Arch of Augustus. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,375 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Rimini by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. 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 Arezzo, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Antica Fonte, one of the best restaurants in the city of Arezzo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,306 customers.

Locals also recommend Trattoria Cavour 42 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Arezzo. Trattoria Cavour 42 is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Arezzo is Il Cantuccio. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers.

After dinner, visit Il Covo dei Briganti, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Arezzo. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Trattoria Il Saraceno. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,759 customers.

Alternatively, La Clandestina is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Arezzo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 277 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Arezzo.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is La Verna - Franciscan Sanctuary. This incredible attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,374 visitors.

Arezzo Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,450 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is piazza Grande. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,465 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding San Francesco, Arezzo. This minor basilica and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,377 visitors. Each year, approximately 20,939 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Arezzo.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Italy to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Arezzo.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Arezzo, like Ristorante La Lancia D'Oro Arezzo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 645 customers.

Antica Osteria l'Agania is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Arezzo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,061 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Arezzo, Emilio. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 263 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like La Nuova Tagliatella. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 275 customers.

Liquid Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Arezzo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 231 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Italy!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 4 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Vatican City’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Vatican City, start your day with a visit to the amazing Vatican Museums. This much-appreciated art museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 133,310 visitors. Each year, around 1,612,530 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Sistine Chapel. This chapel and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 52,083 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Saint Peter's Square to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Saint Peter's Square is a square that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,954 visitors.

The lovely St. Peter's Basilica is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 131,043 visitors have left this major basilica average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 11,000,000 visits every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Vatican City has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rome. Rome 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 433. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,341 reviews.

The remarkable Roma Sparita is another top restaurant in Rome we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rome, the fantastic D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Cantina e Cucina. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Ai Tre Scalini. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

On day 6 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 3 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 Trevi Fountain. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 visitors.

Pantheon is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Rome. This incredible attraction is a roman temple and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors. Up to 30,000,000 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Rome is the extraordinary Piazza Navona. This square is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 158,771 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Campo de' Fiori. Around 51,133 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Castel Sant'Angelo. Castel Sant'Angelo is a popular museum, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 72,431 travelers. Around 918,591 people visit this museum each year.

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 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Rome has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights 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 Circus Maximus. This attraction is a circus and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 44,741 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Rome, which gets around 7,400,000 annual visits, is the spectacular Colosseum. This attraction is a roman amphitheatre and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Roman Forum. This square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors.

Altare della Patria is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This architectural structure is a popular destination among visitors in Rome. Rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 49,843 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 1,683,070 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider largo di Torre Argentina. Largo di Torre Argentina is a square and popular attraction in Rome. More than 30,433 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 8 of your road trip across Italy is another day in the magnificent Rome. You now have 1 night left in Rome. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Rome offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Rome is the stunning Villa Borghese. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 69,749 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular piazza del Popolo in the city of Rome. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,807 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Rome is the incredible Spanish Steps. This attraction is a monumental staircase and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 57,211 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Piazza di Spagna. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 113,658 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore. This major basilica is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 27,678 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Rome you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Rome has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome, Antica Pesa. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Rome that locals enjoy, eat at Hostaria Isidoro. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Rome, Cappuccino Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Rome, we recommend the cocktails at Wine Bar All Brothers. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 308 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the 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 Teramo is the amazing Belvedere. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 985 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Duomo of Saint Flavian. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 279 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Teramo is the outstanding Santuario Maria Santissima dello Splendore. This popular shrine and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,055 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 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.

Passetto is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Ancona. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,797 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!