5-Day Italy Road Trip from Rome traveling east to Naples

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

Rome has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Trevi Fountain. This attraction is a sculpture and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 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 Rome, 433. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is Roma Sparita. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

Rome also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rome is D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rome is Cantina e Cucina. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Locals also enjoy Ai Tre Scalini. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 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 Naples. You’ll stay in Naples for 2 nights. 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 Roman Forum. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Colosseum. This roman amphitheatre and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 328,821 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Colosseum welcomes 7,400,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pantheon to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Pantheon is a roman temple that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors. Every year, around 30,000,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Piazza di Spagna is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 113,658 visitors have left this square average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 piazza del Popolo. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 89,807 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 Naples. Naples 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 La Locanda Gesù Vecchio. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 899 reviews.

The remarkable La Lazzara Trattoria e Pizzeria is another top restaurant in Naples we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,927 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Al Vecchio 53 Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,352 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Naples, the fantastic OAK Napoli Wine And Craft Beer. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 764 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful L'antiquario. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 700 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Barrio Botanico - Municipio. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,402 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

On day 3 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Naples. You’ll stay in Naples for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Palazzo Salgar, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Naples. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,660 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Naples is the 5-star Grand Hotel Vesuvio. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,289 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Naples is the 3-star ibis Styles Napoli Garibaldi. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,389 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Naples, like the outstanding Ovo Castle. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,595 visitors.

Piazza del Plebiscito is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Naples. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 58,141 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Naples is the extraordinary San Carlo Theatre. This top-tier point of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 7,015 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Castel Nuovo. Around 28,032 visitors have given this castle an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Naples National Archaeological Museum. Naples National Archaeological Museum is a popular archaeological museum, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,352 travelers. Around 616,878 people visit this archaeological museum each year.

Come to Naples prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Naples.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Naples.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Antichi Sapori Partenopei Restaurant, after your day of exploring the city of Naples. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 983 customers.

Tandem Ragù is another of the best restaurants in the city of Naples. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Naples is Osteria Il Gobbetto. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,288 customers.

Locals recommend Shanti Art Musik Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Naples, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,223 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Naples, Archivio Storico - Cocktail Bar & Wonderfood. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 930 customers.

Sinclair Scottish Pub is also one of the best bars in the city of Naples. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 694 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Italy.

Day 4 of your road trip through Italy gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Rome for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Vatican City is the amazing Vatican Museums. As such, over 1,612,530 people visit Vatican Museums yearly. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 133,310 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible chapel, Sistine Chapel. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,083 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Vatican City is the outstanding Saint Peter's Square. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,954 visitors. Approximately 1,612,530 travelers come to Vatican City every year to see the stunning Vatican Museums with their own eyes.

The spectacular St. Peter's Basilica is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating major basilica and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 131,043 visitors. In addition, approximately 11,000,000 travelers visit this popular site annually.

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 Rome, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ristorante Amedeo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 customers.

Locals also recommend La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is Maccheroni. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,633 customers.

After dinner, visit VinAllegro, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ristorante Tema. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Alternatively, Bar Tornatora Rome is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Rome 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.

Piazza Navona is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Rome. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Rome at Coso Ristorante before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,275 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Pierluigi for your last chance at a meal in the city of Rome. The Pierluigi restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Ristorante Ad Hoc. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

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