4-Day Italy Road Trip from Venice to Milan

Bridge Rialto on Grand canal famous landmark panoramic view Venice Italy.
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Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-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 Venice and 1 night in Milan, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Venice and Milan. We'll help you experience the best 4 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Venice, 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 Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II to the breathtaking Sforzesco Castle Art Library and Parco Sempione, 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 Gae Aulenti and learn more about the unique Duomo di Milano Museum to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Venice and Milan, 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 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 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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Included

Hotel, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Famous buildings, gondolas and monuments by the Rialto Bridge of Venice on the Grand Canal, Italy.Venice / 2 nights
High dynamic range (HDR) Aerial view of the city of Milan, Italy.Milan / 1 night

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Attractions

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
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 Sunset view of Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco) in Milan, Italy. Architecture and landmarks of Milan. Night cityscape of MilanSforzesco Castle Art Library
Sempione Park, Municipio 1, Milan, Lombardy, ItalySempione Park
PHOTO OF New business district Milano Porta Nuova Garibaldi (Gae Aulenti) .Piazza Gae Aulenti
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 The traditional bridge of the sighs of Barranco in Lima-PERU .Bridge of Sighs
Teatro La Fenice, Italy.Teatro La Fenice
Grand Canal, Venezia-Murano-Burano, Venice, Venezia, Veneto, ItalyGrand Canal

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Day 1 - Venice - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Venice - arrival day

  • Venice - Arrival Day
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  • Rialto Bridge
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Your road trip adventure in Italy begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Venice. You’ll stay in Venice for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Venice has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Rialto Bridge. This attraction is a stone bridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,666 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 Venice, Trattoria Al Gazzettino. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,378 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Venice is Nevodi. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Locals recommend Osteria Alla Staffa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Venice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 869 customers.

Venice also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Venice is Adagio. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Venice is Il Mercante. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Irish Pub Venezia. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,420 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Italy!

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Day 2 - Venice and Milan

Day 2

Day 2 - Venice and Milan

  • Venice
  • Milan
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Drive 264 km, 2 hours 57 min

  • Saint Mark's Basilica
  • Grand Canal
  • Doge's Palace
  • Piazza San Marco
  • Bridge of Sighs
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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 Venice and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Milan. You will stay in Milan for 1 night. 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 St Mark's Basilica. This attraction is a cathedral that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,439 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible palace, Doge's Palace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,775 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Doge's Palace welcomes around 318,104 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Venice is the outstanding Piazza San Marco. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors.

The spectacular Bridge of Sighs is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating footbridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,223 visitors.

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 3 - Milan and Venice

Day 3

Day 3 - Milan and Venice

  • Milan
  • Venice
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Drive 275 km, 3 hours 31 min

  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • Sforzesco Castle Art Library
  • Sempione Park
  • Piazza Gae Aulenti
  • Duomo di Milano Museum
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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 Milan. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Venice. You’ll stay in Venice for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Milan’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Milan, start your day with a visit to the amazing Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. This much-appreciated commercial gallery and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,394 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Sforzesco Castle Art Library. This library and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 68,714 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Parco Sempione to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Parco Sempione is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 72,914 visitors.

The lovely Piazza Gae Aulenti is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 30,398 visitors have left this square average ratings of 4.6 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 Duomo di Milano Museum. This attraction is an art museum rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 138,554 reviews. Around 341,609 people come to see this attraction every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Milan has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Venice. Venice 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 Al Covo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 624 reviews.

The remarkable Al Gobbo di Rialto is another top restaurant in Venice we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 545 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Puppa Bar Venezia is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,713 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Venice, the fantastic Devils Forest Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,537 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Al Parlamento. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bar Al Vecio Calice. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 397 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 - Venice - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 - Venice - departure day

  • Venice - Departure Day
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  • Teatro La Fenice
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Day 4 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Venice 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.

Teatro La Fenice is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Venice. This opera house and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,677 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Venice at Corner Pub before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,546 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend TiME Social Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Venice. The TiME Social Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Local. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 415 customers.

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

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