5-Day Italy Road Trip from Bolzano to Milan and Venice

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Summary

Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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 Bolzano, 1 night in Milan, and 1 night in Venice, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Bolzano, Milan, Verona, and Venice.

We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Italy you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Bolzano, 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 Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Parco Sempione.

You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of Four Points By Sheraton Bolzano-Bozen, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star Four Points By Sheraton Bolzano-Bozen. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.

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 Piazza San Marco and Doge's Palace, 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 Rialto Bridge and learn more about the unique Verona Arena to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Bolzano, Milan, Verona, and Venice, 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.

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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Bolzano - Bozen - city in ItalyBolzano - Bozen / 2 nights
High dynamic range (HDR) Aerial view of the city of Milan, Italy.Milan / 1 night
Famous buildings, gondolas and monuments by the Rialto Bridge of Venice on the Grand Canal, Italy.Venice / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of Verona historical city centre, Ponte Pietra bridge across Adige river, Verona Cathedral, Duomo di Verona, red tiled roofs, Veneto Region, Italy.Verona

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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 verona, Italy. ancient amphitheater arena di verona in Italy like Rome coliseum with nighttime illumination and evening blue sky. verona's italian famous ancient landmark theatre. veneto region.Verona Arena
photo of one of the world's oldest shopping malls galleria vittorio emanuele II at night in milan, lombardia, Italy.Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Sempione Park, Municipio 1, Milan, Lombardy, ItalySempione Park
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
photo of Bolzano Municipal Museum or Museo Civico is the oldest museum in South Tyrol located in Bolzano in Italy .South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
Piazza Walther Bolzano ItalyPiazza Walther
Tyrol CastleTyrol Castle
Funivia del ColleFunivia del Colle
I Portoni della Brà, Centro Storico, Verona, Veneto, ItalyI Portoni della Brà

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 5

Include flights?

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Flights

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Economy
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Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
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Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

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small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

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premium car
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Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Bolzano - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Bolzano - arrival day

  • Bolzano - Bozen - Arrival day
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  • Piazza Walther
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Bolzano has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Waltherplatz. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,199 visitors.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Four Points By Sheraton Bolzano-Bozen. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,221 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Bolzano, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bolzano, Castel Flavon. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 721 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bolzano is Batzen Häusl. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,506 customers.

Locals recommend Wirtshaus Vögele as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bolzano. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,218 customers.

Bolzano also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bolzano is Alumix Cafè Ristorante Pizzeria. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,074 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Italy!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Milan

Day 2

Day 2 – Milan

  • Bolzano - Bozen
  • Milan
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Drive 349 km, 4 hours 47 min

  • South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
  • Tyrol Castle
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Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Bolzano and embark on a scenic drive to Milan, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Bolzano and South Tyrol 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 Bolzano. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology. This attraction is an archaeological museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,935 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Waltherplatz. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,199 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Bolzano is the stunning Bolzano Cathedral. This co-cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,544 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology. This attraction is an archaeological museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,935 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Tirol Castle. This château and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,403 reviews.

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

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Milan is the 4-star Starhotels Tourist Milan. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 1,474 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in Milan, we recommend Palazzo Cornalia. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,011 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Milan is the 3-star B&B Hotel Milano San Siro. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,944 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Galleria Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,024 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Nero 9. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Friends Pub Milano to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Milan, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Camparino in Galleria has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

G. B. Bar 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 820 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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Experiences

Day 3 – Milan, Verona, and Venice

Day 3

Day 3 – Milan, Verona, and Venice

  • Milan
  • Verona
  • Venice
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Drive 286 km, 3 hours 59 min

  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • Sempione Park
  • Duomo di Milano Museum
  • I Portoni della Brà
  • Verona Arena
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Day 3 of your road trip through Italy is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bolzano and the city of Verona. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bolzano is the amazing Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. This attraction is a commercial gallery and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,394 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Parco Sempione. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 72,914 visitors.

Duomo di Milano Museum is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Bolzano. This well-known attraction, a spectacular art museum, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 138,554 reviews. Approximately 341,609 travelers visit this popular place of interest annually.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bolzano 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 Verona Arena in the city of Verona for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an opera house and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 123,818 visitors. Each year, Verona Arena is visited by more than 195,540 travelers, so don't miss out!

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Venice is the 4-star hotel Hotel Lugano Torretta. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,389 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Ausonia Hungaria is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Venice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 791 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Adria. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 926 guests.

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 4 – Venice and Bolzano

Day 4

Day 4 – Venice and Bolzano

  • Venice
  • Bolzano - Bozen
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Drive 268 km, 2 hours 50 min

  • Piazza San Marco
  • Saint Mark's Basilica
  • Doge's Palace
  • Rialto Bridge
  • Bridge of Sighs
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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 Bolzano and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bolzano. You will stay in Bolzano for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bolzano is the amazing Piazza San Marco. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible cathedral, St Mark's Basilica. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,439 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bolzano is the outstanding Doge's Palace. This popular palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,775 visitors.

The spectacular Rialto Bridge is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating stone bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 141,666 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Bridge of Sighs. This attraction is a popular footbridge that 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 Bolzano 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 Bolzano, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Bolzano is the 4-star Four Points By Sheraton Bolzano-Bozen. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,221 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Franziskanerstuben, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bolzano. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,584 customers.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Pizzeria Casa al Torchio as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bolzano. Ristorante Pizzeria Casa al Torchio is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,493 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bolzano is Walther's. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

After dinner, visit Temple Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bolzano. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 803 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Grifoncino. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 243 customers.

Alternatively, Bar Harley (Franco L'eschimese) is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bolzano. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 578 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Bolzano - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Bolzano - departure day

  • Bolzano - Bozen - Departure day
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  • Funivia del Colle
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Day 5 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bolzano 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.

South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bolzano. This archaeological museum and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,935 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the Waltherplatz square is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.5 out of 5-star rating from 9,199 reviews.

You can also stop at Bolzano Cathedral co-cathedral to capture the beauty and wonder of Bolzano one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,544 travelers.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bolzano at Alumix Cafè Ristorante Pizzeria before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,074 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Nussbaumer for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bolzano. The Nussbaumer restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 942 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Temple Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 803 customers.

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

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