5-Day Italy road trip from Florence to Perugia and Rome

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

Florence has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Central Market. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 43,100 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 Florence, Ristorante Paoli. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 6,031 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence is Ristorante Oliviero 1962. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Locals recommend Il Vezzo as one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

Florence also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Florence is Manifattura. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Florence is Ditta Artigianale. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Locals also enjoy Archea Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 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 Florence and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Perugia. You will stay in Perugia for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Florence is the amazing piazza della Signoria. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 66,956 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible national museum, Uffizi Gallery. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,794 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Uffizi Gallery welcomes around 2,011,219 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Florence is the outstanding Ponte Vecchio. This popular deck arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,099 visitors.

The spectacular Piazza della Repubblica is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,356 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This attraction is a popular church that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 76,359 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Al Mangiar Bene, one of the best restaurants in the city of Perugia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,395 customers.

Locals also recommend La Prosciutteria Perugia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Perugia. La Prosciutteria Perugia is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 407 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Perugia is Alphaville. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 325 customers.

After dinner, visit Quei Bravi Ragazzi, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Perugia. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Elfo Pub Perugia. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 754 customers.

Alternatively, Punto di Vista is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Perugia. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 502 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 Perugia and embark on a scenic drive to Rome, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Perugia and Vatican 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 Perugia. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Piazza IV Novembre. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,189 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Rocca Paolina. This attraction, a beloved rocca, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,128 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Perugia is the stunning Carducci Gardens. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,768 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Vatican Museums. This attraction is an art museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 133,310 visitors. Around 1,612,530 people visit Vatican Museums every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Saint Peter's Square. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 38,954 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Sistine Chapel. This chapel and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,083 visitors.

The lovely St. Peter's Basilica is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 131,043 visitors have left this major basilica an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 11,000,000 visits every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Vatican, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Rome. When you arrive in Rome 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 433. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,341 customers.

Locals also recommend Roma Sparita, another of the best restaurants in 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 to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Rome, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Cantina e Cucina has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Ai Tre Scalini is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 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 Rome. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Florence. You’ll stay in Florence for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Rome’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Rome, start your day with a visit to the amazing Capitoline Hill. This much-appreciated hill and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,557 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Roman Forum. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 114,450 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Colosseum to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Colosseum is a roman amphitheatre that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 visitors. Every year, around 7,400,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Pantheon is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 189,682 visitors have left this roman temple average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 30,000,000 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 Trevi Fountain. This attraction is a sculpture rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 343,494 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Rome has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Florence. Florence 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 Le Volte Firenze. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 536 reviews.

The remarkable Le Cappelle Medicee is another top restaurant in Florence we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,574 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Giostra is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,432 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Florence, the fantastic Locale Firenze. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 771 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Djària - American Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Caffe San Firenze. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 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 Florence 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.

Piazzale Michelangelo is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Florence. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 77,744 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Florence at Ristorante La Grotta Toscana before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Il Granaio Ristorante for your last chance at a meal in the city of Florence. The Il Granaio Ristorante restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 667 customers.

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