5-Day Relaxed Italy Road Trip in Rome

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Italy begins when you reach Rome, where you’ll stay for a total of 4 nights.

Rome is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Altare della Patria. Around 49,843 visitors have rated this fascinating architectural structure and travel destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars. Altare della Patria attracts over 1,683,070 visitors each year.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

In the city of Rome, nothing beats the comfort the incredible Grand Hotel Palace provides. This 5-star hotel is one of the most luxurious places to stay in the area and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 544 guests.

The best 4-star hotel we recommend in Rome is Best Western Hotel I Triangoli. This hotel offers many conveniences and is the perfect base for your relaxed road trip activities. Best Western Hotel I Triangoli has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 559 guests.

Budget travelers in Rome can stay cozy at the 3-star Hotel Selva Candida. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 249 guests, this cheap hotel is the number one budget hotel option in the city.

These excellent hotels ensure guests a safe and relaxing stay in Rome. If these popular options are not available for your time in the city, our system will automatically help you find the best alternatives.

Exploring the food culture in Rome offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Cantina e Cucina. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Ai Tre Scalini serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Rome has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,950 reviews.

433 is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,341 customers, 433 is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Rome looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,054 reviews.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Italy! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Italy!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Italy, you'll explore the best attractions in Rome at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Rome, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Colosseum. This incredible roman amphitheatre has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 328,821 travelers, and is visited by 7,400,000 people every year.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Italy by seeing another popular site in Rome, the wonderful Roman Forum. This square is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 travelers and gets around 7,400,000 annual visits.

You can then move on to the incredible Pantheon. This roman temple has received an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors. Up to 30,000,000 people visit this popular attraction each year.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Piazza Navona. This square is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.7 out of 5 stars from 158,771 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Trevi Fountain. This amazing site is a wonderful sculpture with more than 343,494 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 2 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Italy. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Rome itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Italy extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Rome. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Roma Sparita. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Ristorante Amedeo, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Ristorante Amedeo is rated 4.3 stars out of 5 by 1,798 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Rome and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular VinAllegro. This vibrant bar is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Ristorante Tema. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Bar Tornatora Rome. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Bar Tornatora Rome has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Italy, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 3 of your comfortable self-drive tour across Italy gives you another chance to explore the magnificent city of Rome and visit more of its attractions.

Rome has plenty of activities and sights, so you won’t be short of things to do during your laid-back and relaxed road trip in Italy. Fortunately, your accommodation, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights more is conveniently located near several of the city’s best attractions.

One of the best stops on your hassle-free journey is the popular Villa Borghese, one of the top attractions in the city. In fact, the incredible Villa Borghese has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 69,749 visitors.

You could also spend some time relaxing at the amazing Piazza di Spagna. This city feature got an average score of 4.7 out of 5 stars from its 113,658 guests.

Another place of interest in the city of Rome is the notable Spanish Steps. The popular Spanish Steps is a highlight of many travel packages in Rome. As a matter of fact, this remarkable monumental staircase has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 57,211 travelers.

Aside from the above-mentioned attractions in Rome, you also have the opportunity to stop by the marvelous piazza del Popolo. Take your time exploring this wonderful square and one of the city’s most notable places. This magnificent site has a rating of 4.6 stars out of 5 from 89,807 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore more, head to the outstanding Castel Sant'Angelo. It’s one of the most visited places in Rome as around 918,591 people visit this spot every year. With a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 72,431 travelers, a trip to the spectacular Castel Sant'Angelo is something to look forward to in Rome.

Get a more in-depth understanding of Rome by checking out the amazing selection of tours and excursions you can add to your relaxed road trip itinerary. Explore more of the city’s wonders, create memorable experiences, and join laid-back to challenging activities. You’ll be happy to learn that there are plenty of top-rated tours and activities in Rome.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Rome, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations below and treat yourself to a nice meal.

La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali is one of the top restaurants in the city. This Rome-based food place has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,637 guests.

If you’re looking for another option near your accommodation, Maccheroni is also one of the best restaurants you can try in the city. Maccheroni proved an excellent choice for around 1,633 visitors, who gave the restaurant an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Another local favorite in Rome is Coso Ristorante, which has an average score of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 1,275 individuals’ reviews.

After your meal, consider getting a drink at one of the top bars in Rome, La Botticella of Poggi Giovanni. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.7 over 5 stars given by 655 customers.

Another drinking place in the city we recommend you try out is Tigelleria Romana - Bistrot & Cafè. Check out its selection of liquors, and learn why it has been rated 4.3 over 5 stars by 792 customers.

If you prefer another place to unwind, La Licata may be a more excellent choice for you. This bar offers a variety of drinks you can choose from. Around 2,067 customers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Toast to an amazing time in Rome and end day 3 of your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Italy on a great note!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Italy, you’ll explore the area around Rome, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night.

Around 38,954 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131,043 visitors, this amazing sightseeing spot attracts approximately 11,000,000 travelers every year.

This local attraction is an amazing chapel that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,083 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Vatican Museums will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in Italy more memorable. This remarkable art museum and travel destination inspires over 1,612,530 curious travelers each year. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 133,310 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through Italy is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Italy by joining a traveler-approved tour in Rome. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Rome and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Rome that will make your self-drive tour in Italy more memorable.

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Rome for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Italy by eating at one of the best restaurants in Rome.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,167 customers, the dining experience VinAllegro offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Italy.

Pierluigi is another pleasant place to eat in Rome. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Ristorante Tema and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 939 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Cappuccino Bar, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Rome is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Wine Bar All Brothers, another well-known bar in Rome. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 308 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Italy is all about!

Day 5 of your relaxed road trip in Italy is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Rome.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Rome once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Italy on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Campo de' Fiori is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Rome. This top sight is a popular square, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 51,133 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 5 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Rome or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Ristorante Ad Hoc. Dining at Ristorante Ad Hoc is one of the best food experiences you can have in Rome. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

Another top recommendation in Rome is Antica Pesa. If you go to Antica Pesa, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like Hostaria Isidoro. If you haven’t yet, a trip to Hostaria Isidoro is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Rome and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 5-day relaxed road trip in Italy is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.