5-Day Italy road trip from Milan to Venice and Florence

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

Milan has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Rotonda della Besana. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,614 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 Milan, Galleria Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,024 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan is Vento di Sardegna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

Locals recommend Nero 9 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Milan also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Milan is The Friends Pub Milano. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Milan is Camparino in Galleria. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

Locals also enjoy G. B. Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 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 Milan and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Venice. You will stay in Venice for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Milan is the amazing Duomo di Milano Museum. As such, over 341,609 people visit Duomo di Milano Museum yearly. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138,554 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible commercial gallery, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,394 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Milan is the outstanding Sforzesco Castle Art Library. This popular library and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 68,714 visitors. Approximately 341,609 travelers come to Milan every year to see the stunning Duomo di Milano Museum with their own eyes.

The spectacular Parco Sempione is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 72,914 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Piazza Gae Aulenti. This attraction is a popular square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 30,398 visitors.

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

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!

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 Venice. 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 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 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 Paoli. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 6,031 reviews.

The remarkable Ristorante Oliviero 1962 is another top restaurant in Florence we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Il Vezzo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Florence, the fantastic Manifattura. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ditta Artigianale. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Archea Brewery. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Florence 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 Florence 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 Florence. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful piazza della Signoria. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 66,956 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Ponte Vecchio. This attraction, a beloved deck arch bridge, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,099 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Florence is the stunning Uffizi Gallery. This national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,794 visitors. Approximately 2,011,219 travelers come to Florence every year to see this fascinating attraction.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Piazza Maggiore. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 64,523 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bice Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 579 customers.

Locals also recommend DeRos Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Milan. DeRos Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 285 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Alto Ristorante. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 137 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Armani/Bamboo Bar 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 272 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Dessert Bar Milano. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Dessert Bar Milano has an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars by 144 customers.

Carico 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 125 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!

Day 5 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Milan 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 Milan and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Italy.

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