5-Day Italy Road Trip from Bolzano traveling east to Trento and Venice

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

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.

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 Bolzano, Wirtshaus Vögele. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,218 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bolzano is Franziskanerstuben. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,584 customers.

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

Bolzano also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bolzano is Castel Flavon. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 721 customers.

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

Locals also enjoy Ristorante Pizzeria Birreria Paulaner Stuben. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,091 customers.

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

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 Bolzano and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Trento. You will stay in Trento 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 South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology. This attraction is an archaeological museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,935 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 Trento, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Tipico, one of the best restaurants in the city of Trento. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,970 customers.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Ca dei Gobj as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trento. Ristorante Ca dei Gobj is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,037 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trento is Pizzeria Ristorante le 3 cime del Bondone. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,053 customers.

After dinner, visit Forsterbräu Trento, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Trento. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,354 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Officina Gambrinus. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,576 customers.

Alternatively, Pizzeria Ristorante Rosa D'Oro is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Trento. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,559 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Trento and embark on a scenic drive to Venice, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Trento and Vicenza 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 Trento. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Old Bridge. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 17,626 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Bassano Del Grappa 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 Vicenza has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Olympic Theater. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,628 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Piazza dei Signori, Vicenza. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,437 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Monte Berico. This minor basilica and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,456 visitors.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Ristorante La Piazza. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,892 customers.

Locals also recommend Farini, another of the best restaurants in Venice. Farini is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,851 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Rio Novo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,401 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

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

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

Trattoria Bar Pontini is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,176 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 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 Bolzano. You’ll stay in Bolzano 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 Bolzano. Bolzano 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 Walther's. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,125 reviews.

The remarkable Alumix Cafè Ristorante Pizzeria is another top restaurant in Bolzano we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,074 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Nussbaumer is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 942 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bolzano, the fantastic Temple Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 803 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Grifoncino. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 243 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Hopfen & Co. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,638 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

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.

Kohlerer Bahn is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bolzano. This aerial tramway and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 767 visitors.

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 Ristorante Il Tinello before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 599 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Stadt Hotel Città for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bolzano. The Stadt Hotel Città restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,640 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!