10-Day Italy Road Trip from Florence to Rome, Arezzo, Venice, and Verona and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in Italy begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Florence. You’ll stay in Florence for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Florence has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Central Market. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 43,100 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence, Ristorante Paoli. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 6,031 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence is Ristorante Oliviero 1962. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Locals recommend Il Vezzo as one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

Florence also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Florence is Manifattura. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Florence is Ditta Artigianale. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Locals also enjoy Archea Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 customers.

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

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Florence has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Florence 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 Florence. 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 Florence, like the extraordinary Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 76,359 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Florence is the spectacular Piazza della Repubblica. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,356 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing piazza della Signoria. This square has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 66,956 visitors.

Uffizi Gallery is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This national museum is a popular destination among visitors in Florence. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,794 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 2,011,219 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Ponte Vecchio. Ponte Vecchio is a deck arch bridge and popular attraction in Florence. More than 118,099 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Florence does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Florence 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 Ristorante Le Volte Firenze, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.

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

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Florence is La Giostra. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,432 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Locale Firenze is one of the best bars in the city of Florence for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 771 customers.

Djària - American Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Florence. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Florence is Caffe San Firenze. Caffe San Firenze has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Rome for 3 nights.

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. 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 Saint Peter's Square for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,954 visitors.

This outstanding major basilica has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131,043 travelers.

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

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

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

You could also relax with a drink 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.

Ai Tre Scalini is a popular bar 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.

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

On day 4 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 Trevi Fountain. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 visitors.

Piazza di Spagna 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 113,658 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Rome is the extraordinary Spanish Steps. This monumental staircase is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 57,211 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible piazza del Popolo. Around 89,807 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Villa Borghese. Villa Borghese is a popular urban zone of rome, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 69,749 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 5 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 Campo de' Fiori. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 51,133 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Rome is the spectacular Piazza Navona. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 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.

Largo di Torre Argentina 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 30,433 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Circus Maximus. Circus Maximus is a circus and popular attraction in Rome. More than 44,741 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 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 6 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 Rome and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Arezzo. You will stay in Arezzo for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Rome is the amazing Capitoline Hill. This attraction is a hill that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,557 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Roman Forum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Rome is the outstanding Colosseum. This popular roman amphitheatre and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 visitors.

The spectacular Altare della Patria is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating architectural structure and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 49,843 visitors. In addition, approximately 1,683,070 travelers visit this popular site annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Castel Sant'Angelo. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 72,431 visitors. Castel Sant'Angelo hosts around 918,591 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

You can make the most of your new day in Rome 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!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Arezzo and embark on a scenic drive to Venice, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Arezzo and Bologna before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Arezzo. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful piazza Grande. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 14,465 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Arezzo Cathedral. This attraction, a beloved cathedral, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,450 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Arezzo is the stunning San Francesco, Arezzo. This minor basilica and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,377 visitors. Approximately 20,939 travelers come to Arezzo every year to see this fascinating attraction.

Wave goodbye to Bologna and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Bologna has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Fountain of Neptune, Bologna. This attraction is a fountain that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,952 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Piazza Maggiore. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 64,523 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Two Towers. This tower and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,975 visitors.

The lovely Piazza Santo Stefano is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,617 visitors have left this square an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Bologna, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Venice. When you arrive in Venice you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Trattoria Al Gazzettino. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,378 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Osteria Alla Staffa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 869 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Adagio to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Venice, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Il Mercante. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Il Mercante has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

The Irish Pub Venezia is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,420 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Italy, and look forward to more great days to come!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 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 Verona. You’ll stay in Verona for 1 night. 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 St Mark's Basilica to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular St Mark's Basilica is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,439 visitors.

The lovely Doge's Palace is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 24,775 visitors have left this palace average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 318,104 visits every year.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Bridge of Sighs. This attraction is a footbridge rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 18,223 reviews.

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 Verona. Verona 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 Osteria il Ciottolo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,253 reviews.

The remarkable Greppia is another top restaurant in Verona we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,125 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ristorante Nastro Azzurro is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,922 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Verona, the fantastic Archivio. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Re Teodorico. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,370 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Signorvino. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,737 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Day 9 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 Verona and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Florence. You will stay in Florence for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Verona is the amazing Verona Arena. As such, over 195,540 people visit Verona Arena yearly. This attraction is an opera house that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 123,818 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible arch bridge, Castelvecchio Bridge. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,156 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Verona is the outstanding Castelvecchio Museum. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,854 visitors. Approximately 195,540 travelers come to Verona every year to see the stunning Verona Arena with their own eyes.

The spectacular Porta Borsari is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating city gate and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,387 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic piazza delle Erbe. This attraction is a popular square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,777 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Verona 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 Florence, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ristorante La Grotta Toscana, one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Locals also recommend Il Granaio Ristorante as one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. Il Granaio Ristorante is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 667 customers.

After dinner, visit SE·STO on Arno Rooftop Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Florence. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,020 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Florence Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 426 customers.

Alternatively, Il Vinile is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Florence. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 376 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 Florence 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.

Piazzale Michelangelo is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Florence. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 77,744 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Florence at Agricola Toscana before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 629 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Da Lino for your last chance at a meal in the city of Florence. The Da Lino restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 681 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Casa Toscana. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

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