6-Day Italy road trip from Genoa to Milan and Florence

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

Genoa has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible porto antico. This attraction is a port and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,414 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 Genoa, Osteria di Vico Palla. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,057 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Genoa is Trattoria Ugo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,814 customers.

Locals recommend Trattoria dell'Acciughetta as one of the best restaurants in the city of Genoa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,398 customers.

Genoa also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Genoa is Scurreria Beer & Bagel. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,480 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Genoa is Soho. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,307 customers.

Locals also enjoy Rustichello Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 861 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-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 Genoa and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Milan. You will stay in Milan for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Genoa is the amazing piazza De Ferrari. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 34,312 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Doge's Palace. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,612 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Genoa is the outstanding Genoa Cathedral. This popular cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,971 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Galleria Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,024 customers.

Locals also recommend Vento di Sardegna as one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. Vento di Sardegna is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan is Nero 9. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

After dinner, visit The Friends Pub Milano, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Camparino in Galleria. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

Alternatively, G. B. Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

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

On day 3 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Milan. You’ll stay in Milan 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 Marconi, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Milan. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,498 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Milan is the 5-star Meliá Milano. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,336 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Milan is the 3-star Canova. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 10,179 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 Milan, like the outstanding Duomo di Milano Museum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138,554 visitors and gathers around 341,609 every year.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Milan. This incredible attraction is a commercial gallery and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,394 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Milan is the extraordinary La Scala. This opera house is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 26,219 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Sforzesco Castle Art Library. Around 68,714 visitors have given this library an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Parco Sempione. Parco Sempione is a popular park, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 72,914 travelers.

Come to Milan 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 Milan.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Bice Restaurant, after your day of exploring the city of Milan. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 579 customers.

DeRos Restaurant is another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 285 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan is Alto Ristorante. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 137 customers.

Locals recommend Armani/Bamboo Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Milan, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Milan, Dessert Bar Milano. This bar has an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars by 144 customers.

Carico is also one of the best bars in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 125 customers.

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

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 Bologna. 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 Bologna’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bologna, start your day with a visit to the amazing Piazza Santo Stefano. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,617 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Two Towers. This tower and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,975 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Piazza Maggiore to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Piazza Maggiore is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 64,523 visitors.

The lovely Fountain of Neptune, Bologna is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,952 visitors have left this fountain average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bologna 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!

Day 5 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 Genoa. You will stay in Genoa 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 deck arch bridge, Ponte Vecchio. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,099 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Florence is the outstanding Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This popular church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 76,359 visitors.

The spectacular Central Market is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 43,100 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic piazzale Michelangelo. This attraction is a popular square that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 77,744 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 Genoa, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Zimino, one of the best restaurants in the city of Genoa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 733 customers.

Locals also recommend Zeffirino as one of the best restaurants in the city of Genoa. Zeffirino is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 705 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Genoa is RISTORANTE San Giorgio. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 608 customers.

After dinner, visit Les Rouges Cucina & Cocktails, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Genoa. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 928 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar degli Asinelli. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 605 customers.

Alternatively, Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Genoa. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Genoa 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.

Via Garibaldi is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Genoa. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,399 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Genoa at La Buca di San Matteo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Alla Lunga Ristorante for your last chance at a meal in the city of Genoa. The Alla Lunga Ristorante restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 361 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Mani in Pasta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

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