11-Day Italy road trip from Trieste to Venice, Milan, La Spezia, and Arezzo

View from flying drone of quay of Trieste city, Italy, Europe. Panoramic morning view of Tourist attraction - Cruise Pier Trieste with Molo Teresiano on background. Traveling concept background.
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 11-day road trip through Italy.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Italy. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Triest, 1 night in Venice, 1 night in Milan, 1 night in La Spezia, 1 night in Arezzo, 2 nights in Rome, 1 night in Florence, and 1 night in Padua, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Triest, Venice, Milan, La Spezia, Pisa, Arezzo, Rome, Florence, and Padua. We'll help you experience the best 11 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Trieste, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Italy, including the stunning Rialto Bridge and Piazza San Marco.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Italy. From the magnificent Duomo di Milano Museum to the breathtaking Colosseum and Pantheon, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Piazza Navona and learn more about the unique Trevi Fountain to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Triest, Venice, Milan, La Spezia, Pisa, Arezzo, Rome, Florence, and Padua, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Italy. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Italy.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Italy. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Italy.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Italy.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Italy has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Italy. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 10 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 10 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Italy extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Italy fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Italy today!

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Hotel, 10 nights
Rental car, 11 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Arezzo - city in ItalyArezzo / 1 night
Aerial panoramic cityscape of Rome, Italy, Europe. Roma is the capital of Italy. Cityscape of Rome in summer. Rome roofs view with ancient architecture in Italy. Rome / 2 nights
Florence Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge during Beautiful Sunny Day, ItalyFlorence / 1 night
Pisa - city in ItalyPisa
La Spezia - city in ItalyLa Spezia / 1 night
High dynamic range (HDR) Aerial view of the city of Milan, Italy.Milan / 1 night
Photo of beautiful view of canal with statues on square Prato della Valle and Basilica Santa Giustina in Padova (Padua), Veneto, Italy.Padua / 1 night
Photo of Trieste lighthouse Phare de la Victoire and cityscape panoramic aerial view, Friuli Venezia Giulia region of Italy.Triest / 2 nights
Famous buildings, gondolas and monuments by the Rialto Bridge of Venice on the Grand Canal, Italy.Venice / 1 night

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photo of trevi fountain at sunrise beautiful full view, Rome, Italy.Trevi Fountain
photo of Colosseum in Rome at sunrise, Italy, Europe.Colosseum
photo of view of Pantheon in the morning. Rome. Italy.Pantheon
photo of piazza navona in Rome, Italy. Rome navona square. Ancient stadium of Rome for athletic contests. Italy architecture and landmark. Piazza navona is one of the main attractions of Rome and Italy.Piazza navona
photo of sunrise in san marco square with campanile and san marco's basilica. Panorama of the main square of the old town. Venice, Italy.Piazza San Marco
photo of beautiful view from the canal grande to the famous rialto bridge in Venice, Italy, without people and clear, emerald water.Rialto Bridge
photo of night panoramic view of Duomo square in Milano,Italy.Duomo di Milano Museum
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican CitySt Peter's Basilica
Vatican Museums, Vatican CityVatican Museums
photo of golden sunset over ponte vecchio bridge with traditional boat on the arno river, Florence, Italy.Ponte Vecchio
photo of medieval leaning tower of pisa (Torre di pisa) at piazza dei miracoli (Piazza del duomo), Tuscany, Italy.Leaning Tower of Pisa
photo of panoramic view of ancient ruins of a roman forum or foro romano at sunrise in rome, Italy. view from capitoline hill.Roman Forum
photo of piazza di spagna in rome, italy. Spanish steps in rome, Italy in the morning. One of the most famous squares in Rome, Italy. Rome architecture and landmark.Piazza di Spagna
photo of panorama of piazza dei miracoli with leaning tower of pisa, Italy.Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
photo of one of the world's oldest shopping malls galleria vittorio emanuele II at night in milan, lombardia, Italy.Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
photo of piazza del popolo (People's square) named after the church of santa maria del popolo in Rome, Italy.Piazza del Popolo
photo of View of statue of david on Piazzale Michelangelo at morning  in Florence, Italy.Piazzale Michelangelo
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Quartiere 1, Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Tuscany, ItalyCathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Sempione Park, Municipio 1, Milan, Lombardy, ItalySempione Park
photo of square of signoria in florence at sunrise, Italy.Piazza della Signoria
photo of Visit Italy, park Villa Borghese with boat and ducks.Villa Borghese
photo of holy angel castle, also known as hadrian mausoleum in the morning, Rome, Italy.Castel Sant'Angelo
photo of Sunset view of Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco) in Milan, Italy. Architecture and landmarks of Milan. Night cityscape of MilanSforzesco Castle Art Library
photo of uffizi gallery in piazzale degli uffizi at night in florence Italy.Uffizi Gallery
Sistine ChapelSistine Chapel
photo of piazza dell unita d'Italia in trieste Italy.Piazza Unità d'Italia
photo of altare della patria, national monument to victor emmanuel II the first king of a unified Italy, located in Rome.Altare della Patria
Prato della Valle square in historical city centre of Padua (Padova), elliptical square with green island at the center, small canal with statues, Abbey of Santa Giustina church, Veneto Region, Italy.Prato della Valle
Saint Peter's Square, R-36989Saint Peter's Square
The Basilica of St. Anthony, Padua, Padova, Veneto, ItalyThe Basilica of St Anthony
photo of view of Teatro La Scala- famous opera house in Milan, Italy.La Scala
photo of Night view of piazza San Marco and Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale) in Venice, Italy. Architecture and landmark of Venice. Night cityscape of Venice .Doge's Palace
photo of Beautiful summer view of Miramare Castle. Adorable morning seascape of Adriatic sea. Spectacular outdoor scene of Italy, Europe. Traveling concept background.Miramare Castle
photo of The traditional bridge of the sighs of Barranco in Lima-PERU .Bridge of Sighs
PHOTO OF Piazza Grande, Arezzo, Italy .Piazza Grande
PHOTO OF View of Piazza dei Signori in Verona, Italy. Verona is a popular tourist destination of Europe.Piazza dei Signori
Cappella degli Scrovegni in Padova, Italy in autumn day.Scrovegni Chapel
Teatro La Fenice, Italy.Teatro La Fenice
phopto of Church of Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri in Knights Square (Piazza dei Cavalieri), Pisa, Tuscany, ItalyKnights' Square
photo of Tower and cathedral, famous landmarks of Pisa, Italy .Cattedrale di Pisa
photo of Palazzo della Ragione on Piazza della Frutta in Padue, Italy .Piazza della Frutta
photo of view of La Borsa - the Stock Market, Trieste, Italy.Piazza della Borsa
Molo Audace - Già "Molo S. Carlo", Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia, Triest, UTI Giuliana / Julijska MTU, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, ItalyMolo Audace
Giants' Stairway, Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia, Triest, UTI Giuliana / Julijska MTU, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, ItalyGiants' Stairway
Villa Engelmann

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Day 1 – Trieste - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Trieste - arrival day

  • Triest - Arrival day
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  • Molo Audace
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Your road trip adventure in Italy begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Trieste. You’ll stay in Trieste for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Trieste has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Molo Audace. This attraction is a landmark and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,849 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 Trieste, Suban. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,104 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste is Bracerie Venete. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 630 customers.

Locals recommend Buffet da Pepi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,727 customers.

Trieste also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Trieste is Al Ciketo. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 602 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Trieste is Caffè San Marco. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,676 customers.

Locals also enjoy Caffè degli Specchi. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,625 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Italy!

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Day 2 – Trieste and Venice

Day 2

Day 2 – Trieste and Venice

  • Triest
  • Venice
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Drive 163 km, 2 hours 32 min

  • Piazza della Borsa
  • Piazza Unità d'Italia
  • Villa Engelmann
  • Miramare Castle
  • More

Day 2 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 Trieste and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Venice. You will stay in Venice for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Trieste is the amazing Piazza della Borsa. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,409 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, piazza Unità d'Italia. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 46,036 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Trieste is the outstanding Villa Engelmann. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 457 visitors.

The spectacular Miramare Castle is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating giardino all'italiana and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,372 visitors. In addition, approximately 79,218 travelers visit this popular site annually.

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

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

Locals also 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 Adagio, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Venice. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Il Mercante. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

Alternatively, The Irish Pub Venezia is one of the best bars 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.

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

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Day 3 – Venice and Milan

Day 3

Day 3 – Venice and Milan

  • Venice
  • Milan
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Drive 266 km, 3 hours 19 min

  • Rialto Bridge
  • Teatro La Fenice
  • Piazza San Marco
  • Doge's Palace
  • Bridge of Sighs
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 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 Milan. You’ll stay in Milan 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 Teatro La Fenice. This opera house and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,677 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Piazza San Marco to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Piazza San Marco is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 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 Milan. Milan 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 Galleria Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,024 reviews.

The remarkable Vento di Sardegna is another top restaurant in Milan we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Nero 9 is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Milan, the fantastic The Friends Pub Milano. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Camparino in Galleria. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is G. B. Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

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Day 4 – Milan and La Spezia

Day 4

Day 4 – Milan and La Spezia

  • Milan
  • La Spezia
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Drive 226 km, 3 hours 20 min

  • Duomo di Milano Museum
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • La Scala
  • Sforzesco Castle Art Library
  • Sempione Park
  • More

Day 4 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 Milan and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of La Spezia. You will stay in La Spezia for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Milan is the amazing Duomo di Milano Museum. As such, over 341,609 people visit Duomo di Milano Museum yearly. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138,554 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible commercial gallery, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,394 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Milan is the outstanding La Scala. This popular opera house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,219 visitors. Approximately 341,609 travelers come to Milan every year to see the stunning Duomo di Milano Museum with their own eyes.

The spectacular Sforzesco Castle Art Library is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating library and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 68,714 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parco Sempione. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 72,914 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Colombaio Park, one of the best restaurants in the city of La Spezia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 899 customers.

After dinner, visit Parco Giochi la Maggiolina, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of La Spezia. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 785 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Pisa and Arezzo

Day 5

Day 5 – Pisa and Arezzo

  • Arezzo
  • Pisa
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Drive 255 km, 3 hours 27 min

  • Cattedrale di Pisa
  • Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Knights' Square
  • Piazza Grande
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in La Spezia and embark on a scenic drive to Arezzo, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in La Spezia and Pisa 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 La Spezia. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Castello San Giorgio. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,452 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Giardini Pubblici. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 2,364 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in La Spezia is the stunning Technical Naval Museum of Spezia. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,561 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Pisa 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 Pisa has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pisa Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 8,361 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Piazza del Duomo, Pisa. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 104,550 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Leaning Tower of Pisa. This bell tower and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 116,882 visitors. Approximately 3,200,000 people visit this attraction every year.

The lovely Knights' Square is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,051 visitors have left this square an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Pisa, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Arezzo. When you arrive in Arezzo 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 Antica Fonte. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,306 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Il Cantuccio. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Il Covo dei Briganti to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Arezzo, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Trattoria Il Saraceno has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,759 customers.

La Clandestina is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 277 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!

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Day 6 – Vatican City and Rome

Day 6

Day 6 – Vatican City and Rome

  • Rome
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Drive 227 km, 2 hours 52 min

  • Vatican Museums
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Saint Peter's Square
  • St Peter's Basilica
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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 2 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!

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Day 7 – Rome

Day 7

Day 7 – Rome

  • Rome
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Drive 9 km, 1 hour 11 min

  • Colosseum
  • Roman Forum
  • Pantheon
  • Piazza navona
  • Castel Sant'Angelo
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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 1 night, 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 Pantheon. This roman temple gets more than 30,000,000 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 189,682 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Piazza Navona. Around 158,771 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.7 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.

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Day 8 – Rome and Florence

Day 8

Day 8 – Rome and Florence

  • Rome
  • Florence
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Drive 280 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • Altare della Patria
  • Trevi Fountain
  • Piazza di Spagna
  • Piazza del Popolo
  • Villa Borghese
  • More

Day 8 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 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 Rome is the amazing Altare della Patria. As such, over 1,683,070 people visit Altare della Patria yearly. This attraction is an architectural structure that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 49,843 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible sculpture, Trevi Fountain. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Rome is the outstanding Piazza di Spagna. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 113,658 visitors. Approximately 1,683,070 travelers come to Rome every year to see the stunning Altare della Patria with their own eyes.

The spectacular piazza del Popolo is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 89,807 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Villa Borghese. This attraction is a popular urban zone of rome that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 69,749 visitors.

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 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 Paoli, one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 6,031 customers.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Oliviero 1962 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. Ristorante Oliviero 1962 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence is Il Vezzo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

After dinner, visit Manifattura, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Florence. 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 Ditta Artigianale. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Alternatively, Archea Brewery 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 723 customers.

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Day 9 – Florence and Padua

Day 9

Day 9 – Florence and Padua

  • Florence
  • Padua
  • More

Drive 229 km, 3 hours 2 min

  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Piazzale Michelangelo
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in Italy, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Florence. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Padua. You’ll stay in Padua for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Florence’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Florence, start your day with a visit to the amazing piazza della Signoria. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 66,956 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Uffizi Gallery. This national museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 61,794 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Uffizi Gallery welcomes 2,011,219 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Ponte Vecchio to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Ponte Vecchio is a deck arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,099 visitors.

The lovely Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 76,359 visitors have left this church average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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 piazzale Michelangelo. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 77,744 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Florence has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Padua. Padua 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 Belle Parti. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 571 reviews.

The remarkable Marechiaro Ristorante Pizzeria is another top restaurant in Padua we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,651 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Passando Per Modena is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,465 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Padua, the fantastic Enotavola Pino. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 801 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Frascoli Bacaro / Cicchetteria veneziana a Padovum. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 907 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bamboo Cafe (Mma Silvestrin Snc Di Matteo & C). This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 866 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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Day 10 – Padua and Trieste

Day 10

Day 10 – Padua and Trieste

  • Padua
  • Triest
  • More

Drive 188 km, 3 hours

  • Piazza dei Signori
  • Piazza della Frutta
  • Scrovegni Chapel
  • The Basilica of St Anthony
  • Prato della Valle
  • More

Day 10 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 Padua and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Trieste. You will stay in Trieste for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Padua is the amazing Piazza dei Signori, Padua. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,510 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Piazza della Frutta. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,397 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Padua is the outstanding Scrovegni Chapel. This popular chapel and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,849 visitors.

The spectacular The Basilica of St. Anthony is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating church and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 38,852 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic prato della Valle. This attraction is a popular square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 47,576 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Al Civicosei, one of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,184 customers.

Locals also recommend Osteria Marise as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste. Osteria Marise is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 790 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste is Trattoria Nerodiseppia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

After dinner, visit Urbanis, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Trieste. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,034 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar X. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

Alternatively, Buffet L'Approdo is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Trieste. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 596 customers.

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Day 11 – Trieste - departure day

Day 11

Day 11 – Trieste - departure day

  • Triest - Departure day
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  • Giants' Stairway
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Day 11 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Trieste 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.

Giants' Stairway is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Trieste. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 955 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Trieste at Alla Bella Trieste before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ristorante Menarosti for your last chance at a meal in the city of Trieste. The Ristorante Menarosti restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

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

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