6-Day Italy Road Trip from Bolzano traveling south to Verona

Punta San Vigilio on Garda Lake in Verona, Italy
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-day road trip through Italy.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Italy. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Bolzano and 3 nights in Verona, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Bolzano, Verona, and Trento. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Bolzano, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Italy, including the stunning Ponte Pietra and Verona Arena.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Italy. From the magnificent Castelvecchio Museum to the breathtaking Castelvecchio Bridge and MUSE, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Bolzano, Verona, and Trento, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Italy. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Italy.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Italy. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Italy.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Italy.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Italy has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Italy. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Italy extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Italy fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Italy today!

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Included

Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

photo of skiing in the Alpe di Siusi with snow in winter, Dolomites, Italy.Bolzano - Bozen / 2 nights
Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol
Photo of aerial view of Verona historical city centre, Ponte Pietra bridge across Adige river, Verona Cathedral, Duomo di Verona, red tiled roofs, Veneto Region, Italy.Verona / 3 nights

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Attractions

photo of verona, Italy. ancient amphitheater arena di verona in Italy like Rome coliseum with nighttime illumination and evening blue sky. verona's italian famous ancient landmark theatre. veneto region.Verona Arena
Gardaland Resort, Castelnuovo del Garda, Verona, Veneto, ItalyGardaland Resort
Parco Giardino SigurtàParco Giardino Sigurtà
MUSE
photo of View of the Castel Vecchio Bridge connected to Castelvecchio Castle along Adige river in Verona, Italy. Castelvecchio Museum
photo of Ancient Roman bridge Ponte Pietra and the River Adige in cloudy summer day, Duomo tower in background, Verona, Italy .Ponte Pietra
photo of view of Verona, Italy. Scenery with Adige River and Ponte Scaligero and Castelvecchio, medieval landmarks of veronese city, Verona, Italy.Ponte Scaligero
PHOTO OF View of the Piazza delle Erbe in center of Verona city, Italy .Piazza delle Erbe
Buonconsiglio Castle Museum
photo of Bolzano Municipal Museum or Museo Civico is the oldest museum in South Tyrol located in Bolzano in Italy .South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
Piazza Walther Bolzano ItalyPiazza Walther
Historic Centre
Piazza del Duomo di Trento
Trento, Italy. Panoramic cityscape image of Duomo Square with Trento Cathedral and the Fountain of Neptune located in historical city of Trento, Trentino, Italy during beautiful sunrise.Trento Cathedral
Schlern-Rosengarten Nature Park, Völs am Schlern - Fiè allo Sciliar, Salten-Schlern - Salto-Sciliar, South Tyrol, Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol, ItalyParco Naturale Sciliar-Catinaccio
Obereggen, Deutschnofen - Nova Ponente, Salten-Schlern - Salto-Sciliar, South Tyrol, Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol, ItalyObereggen
Messner Mountain Museum FirmianMessner Mountain Museum Firmian
Funivia del ColleFunivia del Colle

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small car
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premium car
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Day 1 – Bolzano - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Bolzano - arrival day

  • Bolzano - Bozen - Arrival day
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  • Piazza Walther
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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.

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 Alumix Cafè Ristorante Pizzeria. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,074 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Italy!

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Day 2 – Verona

Day 2

Day 2 – Verona

  • Bolzano - Bozen
  • Verona
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Drive 257 km, 4 hours 16 min

  • South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
  • Obereggen
  • Parco Naturale Sciliar-Catinaccio
  • Messner Mountain Museum Firmian
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Day 2 of your road trip through Italy gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Verona for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is an archaeological museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,935 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Obereggen. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,863 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,868 visitors.

The spectacular Messner Mountain Museum Firmian is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum of modern art and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,411 visitors. In addition, approximately 24,620 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 Verona, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Osteria il Ciottolo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,253 customers.

Locals also recommend Greppia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. Greppia is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,125 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Verona is Ristorante Nastro Azzurro. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,922 customers.

After dinner, visit Archivio, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Re Teodorico. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,370 customers.

Alternatively, Signorvino is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,737 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Verona

Day 3

Day 3 – Verona

  • Verona
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Drive 99 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • Historic Centre
  • Gardaland Resort
  • Parco Giardino Sigurtà
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You still have 2 nights left in Verona.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Italy to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Verona.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona, like La Griglia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,901 customers.

Il Punto Rosa is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Verona. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,487 customers.

Locals enjoy Locanda 4 Cuochi, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Verona. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,113 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Verona, Caffè Al Teatro. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,526 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Terrazza Bar Al Ponte. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,290 customers.

Ristorante Antica Torretta - Verona centro storico is another of the best bars in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 630 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Italy!

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Day 4 – Verona

Day 4

Day 4 – Verona

  • Verona
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Drive 4 km, 55 min

  • Ponte Pietra
  • Piazza delle Erbe
  • Verona Arena
  • Castelvecchio Museum
  • Ponte Scaligero
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On day 4 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Verona. You’ll stay in Verona 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 Leopardi, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Verona. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,180 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Verona is the 5-star NH Collection Palazzo Verona. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,125 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Verona is the 3-star Leonardo Hotel Verona. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,289 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 Verona, like the outstanding Ponte Pietra. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,284 visitors.

Piazza delle Erbe is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Verona. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,777 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Verona is the extraordinary Verona Arena. This opera house gets more than 195,540 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 123,818 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Castelvecchio Museum. Up to 35,031 people visit this attraction every year. Around 13,854 visitors have given this art museum an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Castelvecchio Bridge. Castelvecchio Bridge is a popular arch bridge, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,156 travelers.

Come to Verona 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 Verona.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Torcolo, after your day of exploring the city of Verona. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,193 customers.

La Vecia Mescola is another of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Verona is Trattoria al Pompiere. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,137 customers.

Locals recommend La Segreteria Café, one of the best bars in the city of Verona, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 236 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Verona, La Tradision. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,372 customers.

Bar G. & G. Is also one of the best bars in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 376 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Trento and Bolzano

Day 5

Day 5 – Trento and Bolzano

  • Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol
  • Bolzano - Bozen
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Drive 157 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • MUSE
  • Piazza del Duomo di Trento
  • Trento Cathedral
  • Buonconsiglio Castle Museum
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Italy, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Trento. 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 Trento’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Trento, start your day with a visit to the amazing MUSE. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 20,032 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Piazza del Duomo di Trento. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,705 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Trento Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Trento Cathedral is a church that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,675 visitors.

The lovely Buonconsiglio Castle Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 11,838 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Trento 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 Nussbaumer 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 942 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ristorante Il Tinello is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 599 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 Bar Harley (Franco L'eschimese). This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 578 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

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Day 6 – Bolzano - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Bolzano - departure day

  • Bolzano - Bozen - Departure day
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  • Funivia del Colle
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Day 6 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.

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 Trattoria Filo d'Olio before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ristorante Bamboo-dal 2006 nel cuore di Bolzano for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bolzano. The Ristorante Bamboo-dal 2006 nel cuore di Bolzano restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 469 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!

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