12-Day Italy road trip from Pescara to Rimini, Venice, Milan, and Florence

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12 days & 11 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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11 nights included
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12 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 12-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 Pescara, 1 night in Rimini, 1 night in Venice, 2 nights in Milan, 2 nights in Florence, and 3 nights in Rome, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Pescara, Rimini, Padua, Venice, Milan, Parma, Florence, and Rome. We'll help you experience the best 12 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Pescara, 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 Pescara, Rimini, Padua, Venice, Milan, Parma, Florence, and Rome, 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 11 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 11 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, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Photo of aerial view of colorful summer view of Pescara port, Italy.Pescara / 2 nights
Florence Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge during Beautiful Sunny Day, ItalyFlorence / 2 nights
High dynamic range (HDR) Aerial view of the city of Milan, Italy.Milan / 2 nights
Famous buildings, gondolas and monuments by the Rialto Bridge of Venice on the Grand Canal, Italy.Venice / 1 night
Photo of panorama of Parma cathedral with Baptistery leaning tower on the central square in Parma town in Italy.Parma
Photo of aerial view of Rimini city, Italy.Rimini / 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 / 3 nights
Photo of beautiful view of canal with statues on square Prato della Valle and Basilica Santa Giustina in Padova (Padua), Veneto, Italy.Padua
Arezzo - city in ItalyArezzo

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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 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 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
photo of Spanish Steps at morning in Rome, Italy .Spanish Steps
Sistine ChapelSistine Chapel
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
Central Market
Saint Peter's Square, R-36989Saint Peter's Square
The Basilica of St. Anthony, Padua, Padova, Veneto, ItalyThe Basilica of St Anthony
photo of Galleria dell'Accademia in Venice, Italy.Galleria dell'Accademia
PHOTO OF New business district Milano Porta Nuova Garibaldi (Gae Aulenti) .Piazza Gae Aulenti
Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence, Quartiere 1, Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Tuscany, ItalyBasilica of Santa Croce in Florence
PHOTOPP OF Arco della Pace (Arch of Peace), Porta Sempione, Milan, Italy .Arch of Peace
photo of view of Teatro La Scala- famous opera house in Milan, Italy.La Scala
photo of view Pinacothèque de Brera - Cour intérieure, Milan,Italy.Pinacoteca di Brera
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 sunrise in San Marco square with Campanile and San Marco's Basilica, the main square of the old town, Venice, Veneto Italy.Saint Mark's Basilica
PHOTO OF Piazza Grande, Arezzo, Italy .Piazza Grande
photo of High dynamic range (HDR) Arco di Augusto meaning Emperor Augustus Arch in Susa, Italy .Arco di Augusto
Cavour Square, Rimini, Emilia-Romagna, ItalyCavour Square
Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto), Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyPiazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto)
Parma Cathedral Parma Italy.Parma Cathedral
PHOTO OF "Ponte del Mare" in Pescara .Ponte del Mare
Park "Villa De Riseis", Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyPark "Villa De Riseis"
Piazza Tre MartiriSquare Tre Martiri
Parrocchia Spirito Santo
Parco Florida, Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyParco Florida

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Day 1 – Pescara and Abruzzo - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Pescara and Abruzzo - arrival day

  • Pescara - Arrival day
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  • Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto)
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Pescara has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto). This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 10,367 visitors.

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 Pescara, Fattoria Toccaferro | Via Firenze. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,714 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara is Da Bacone. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,084 customers.

Locals recommend Taverna 58 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Pescara also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pescara is Bar Napoli. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,003 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pescara is Temple Bar Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

Locals also enjoy New Laundry - C. & C. Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in Italy!

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Day 2 – Abruzzo and Rimini

Day 2

Day 2 – Abruzzo and Rimini

  • Pescara
  • Rimini
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Drive 259 km, 3 hours 23 min

  • Parrocchia Spirito Santo
  • Park "Villa De Riseis"
  • Ponte del Mare
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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 Abruzzo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Abruzzo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Ponte del Mare. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,487 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Abruzzo 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!

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Day 3 – Rimini, Padua, and Venice

Day 3

Day 3 – Rimini, Padua, and Venice

  • Rimini
  • Padua
  • Venice
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Drive 268 km, 3 hours 28 min

  • Cavour Square
  • Square Tre Martiri
  • Arco di Augusto
  • Prato della Valle
  • The Basilica of St Anthony
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Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Rimini and the city of Padua. You’ll stay in Venice for 1 night.

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

We also recommend you visit the amazing Square Tre Martiri, an outstanding square, in the city of Rimini. Around 669 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Rimini is Arch of Augustus. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,375 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 prato della Valle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Padua. This popular attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 47,576 visitors.

This outstanding church has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,852 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!

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Day 4 – Venice and Milan

Day 4

Day 4 – Venice and Milan

  • Venice
  • Milan
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Drive 265 km, 3 hours 11 min

  • Rialto Bridge
  • Piazza San Marco
  • Saint Mark's Basilica
  • Doge's Palace
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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 Venice and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Milan. You will stay in Milan for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Venice is the amazing Rialto Bridge. This attraction is a stone bridge that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,666 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Piazza San Marco. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Venice is the outstanding St Mark's Basilica. This popular cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,439 visitors.

The spectacular Doge's Palace is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating palace and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 24,775 visitors. In addition, approximately 318,104 travelers visit this popular site annually.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Galleria Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,024 customers.

Locals also recommend Vento di Sardegna as one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. Vento di Sardegna is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan is Nero 9. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

After dinner, visit The Friends Pub Milano, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Camparino in Galleria. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

Alternatively, G. B. Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Milan

Day 5

Day 5 – Milan

  • Milan
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Drive 5 km, 52 min

  • Duomo di Milano Museum
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • La Scala
  • Pinacoteca di Brera
  • Arch of Peace
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On day 5 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Milan. You’ll stay in Milan 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 Marconi, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Milan. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,361 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Milan is the 5-star Meliá Milano. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,336 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Milan is the 3-star Canova. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 9,864 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 Milan, like the outstanding Duomo di Milano Museum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138,554 visitors and gathers around 341,609 every year.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Milan. This incredible attraction is a commercial gallery and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,394 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Milan is the extraordinary La Scala. This opera house is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 26,219 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Arch of Peace. Around 27,502 visitors have given this monument an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Come to Milan 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 Milan.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Bice Restaurant, after your day of exploring the city of Milan. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 579 customers.

DeRos Restaurant is another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 285 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan is Alto Ristorante. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 137 customers.

Locals recommend Armani/Bamboo Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Milan, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Milan, Dessert Bar Milano. This bar has an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars by 144 customers.

Carico is also one of the best bars in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 125 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Milan, Parma, and Florence

Day 6

Day 6 – Milan, Parma, and Florence

  • Milan
  • Parma
  • Florence
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Drive 334 km, 4 hours 23 min

  • Sforzesco Castle Art Library
  • Sempione Park
  • Piazza Gae Aulenti
  • Parma Cathedral
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Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Milan and embark on a scenic drive to Florence, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Milan 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 Milan. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Sforzesco Castle Art Library. This attraction is a library that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 68,714 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Parco Sempione. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 72,914 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Milan is the stunning Piazza Gae Aulenti. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,398 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Parma Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,525 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Ristorante Paoli. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 6,031 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Il Vezzo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Manifattura to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Florence, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ditta Artigianale. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Ditta Artigianale has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Archea Brewery is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 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 7 – Florence

Day 7

Day 7 – Florence

  • Florence
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Drive 4 km, 1 hour 5 min

  • Piazzale Michelangelo
  • Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Ponte Vecchio
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On day 7 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Florence. You’ll stay in Florence 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 Nil Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Florence. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,288 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Florence is the 5-star Ville sull'Arno. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,297 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Florence is the 3-star Argentina. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,994 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 Florence, like the outstanding piazzale Michelangelo. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 77,744 visitors.

Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Florence. This incredible attraction is a church and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 28,544 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Florence is the extraordinary piazza della Signoria. This square is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 66,956 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Uffizi Gallery. Up to 2,011,219 people visit this attraction every year. Around 61,794 visitors have given this national museum an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Ponte Vecchio. Ponte Vecchio is a popular deck arch bridge, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,099 travelers.

Come to Florence 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 Florence.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Le Volte Firenze, after your day of exploring the city of Florence. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.

Le Cappelle Medicee is another of the best 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.

Locals recommend Locale Firenze, one of the best bars in the city of Florence, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 771 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Florence, Djària - American Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

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

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

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Day 8 – Florence, Arezzo, and Rome

Day 8

Day 8 – Florence, Arezzo, and Rome

  • Florence
  • Arezzo
  • Rome
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Drive 310 km, 4 hours 10 min

  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Central Market
  • Galleria dell'Accademia
  • Piazza Grande
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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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 76,359 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Central Market. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 43,100 visitors.

Galleria dell'Accademia is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Florence. This well-known attraction, a spectacular national museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 34,429 reviews. Approximately 1,719,645 travelers visit this popular place of interest annually.

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 piazza Grande for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,465 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.

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Day 9 – Rome

Day 9

Day 9 – 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 9 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 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 10 – Rome

Day 10

Day 10 – Rome

  • Rome
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Drive 7 km, 59 min

  • Villa Borghese
  • Piazza del Popolo
  • Spanish Steps
  • Piazza di Spagna
  • Trevi Fountain
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Day 10 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 Spanish Steps. This monumental staircase has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 57,211 visitors.

Piazza di Spagna 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 113,658 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Trevi Fountain. Trevi Fountain is a sculpture and popular attraction in Rome. More than 343,494 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.8 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!

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Day 11 – Vatican City and Pescara

Day 11

Day 11 – Vatican City and Pescara

  • Pescara
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Drive 218 km, 3 hours 8 min

  • St Peter's Basilica
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Saint Peter's Square
  • Vatican Museums
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Pescara. You’ll stay in Pescara for 1 night. 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 St. Peter's Basilica. This much-appreciated major basilica and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131,043 visitors. Each year, around 11,000,000 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 Vatican Museums is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 133,310 visitors have left this art museum average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 1,612,530 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 Pescara. Pescara 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 Fattoria Galasso. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 844 reviews.

The remarkable Somari is another top restaurant in Pescara we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 546 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous A Prua Mare is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Pescara, the fantastic Enoteca Visaggio cocktails and wine. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 463 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gran Caffè Italiano. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 216 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Post Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 134 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 12 – Pescara and Abruzzo - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Pescara and Abruzzo - departure day

  • Pescara - Departure day
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  • Parco Florida
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Day 12 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Pescara 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Pescara at Trattoria del mare da Tatillo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Trattoria L'Angolo d'Abruzzo for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pescara. The Trattoria L'Angolo d'Abruzzo restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 582 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Chef Nestor 2. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

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

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