6-Day Italy Road Trip from Perugia to Florence and Rome
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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 Perugia, 2 nights in Florence, and 1 night in Rome, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Perugia, Florence, Pisa, and Rome.
We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Italy you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Perugia, 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 Piazza del Duomo and Colosseum.
You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of Chocohotel, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star Posta Donini. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 5-star Sina Brufani. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star Chocohotel. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.
Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Italy. From the magnificent Pantheon to the breathtaking Piazza Navona and Trevi Fountain, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Vatican Museums and learn more about the unique St. Peter's Basilica to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Perugia, Florence, Pisa, and Rome, 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.
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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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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Day 1 – Perugia - arrival day
- Perugia - Arrival day
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- Rocca Paolina
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Perugia has many popular destinations you can explore.
One of the best luxury places you could choose in Perugia is Sina Brufani. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 555 guests.
We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Posta Donini. This hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 357 guests.
Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Perugia is Chocohotel. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,875 guests.
If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Perugia, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.
When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Perugia, Al Mangiar Bene. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,395 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Perugia is Elfo Pub Perugia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 754 customers.
Perugia also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Perugia is Quei Bravi Ragazzi. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Perugia is Punto di Vista. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 502 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Italy!
Day 2 – Florence
- Perugia
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Drive 255 km, 3 hours 28 min
- Piazza IV Novembre
- The Fontana Maggiore
- Perugia Cathedral
- Borgo di Rasiglia
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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 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Perugia’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Perugia, start your day with a visit to the amazing Piazza IV Novembre. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,189 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Perugia Cathedral. This cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,282 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Borgo di Rasiglia to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Borgo di Rasiglia is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,277 visitors.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Perugia 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.
We recommend you stay at the exclusive Hotel Ville Sull Arno, one of the best 5-star hotel options in Perugia. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 650 guests.
Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Florence, like Hotel Cosmopolitan. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,007 guests.
If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Diana Park Hotel. This 4-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 707 guest reviews.
After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Ristorante Paoli. This popular restaurant is one of 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 3 – Pisa and Florence
- Florence
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Drive 189 km, 3 hours 26 min
- Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
- Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Piazza del Duomo
- Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
- piazzale Michelangelo
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At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Florence, where you'll stay for 1 night more.
One of the best travel destinations in the city of Florence is Piazza del Duomo. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 115,222 visitors.
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Florence. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 76,359 visitors.
To make your time in the city of Florence more memorable, we recommend you visit piazzale Michelangelo. This outstanding attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 77,744 visitors.
You can also make your new day in Italy more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Italy’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.
When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Florence.
When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Le Volte Firenze. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.
Le Cappelle Medicee is one of the top restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,574 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence is Ditta Artigianale. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Florence, Locale Firenze. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 771 customers.
If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Florence, we recommend the cocktails at Djària - American Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Florence is Caffe San Firenze. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.
Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Florence!
Day 4 – Florence, Vatican City, and Rome
- Florence
- Rome
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Drive 284 km, 3 hours 30 min
- piazza della Signoria
- Uffizi Gallery
- Vatican Museums
- St Peter's Basilica
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You’ll stay in Rome for 1 night.
One of the best places to explore in the city of Perugia today is piazza della Signoria. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 66,956 visitors.
We also recommend you visit the amazing Uffizi Gallery, an outstanding national museum, in the city of Perugia. Around 61,794 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible Uffizi Gallery's popularity, more than 2,011,219 people stop by Uffizi Gallery to explore it.
To experience the local culture, see more of Italy, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Italy. You also get to admire popular places of interest.
You could then travel to Vatican Museums for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 133,310 visitors. Approximately 1,612,530 people visit Vatican every year to see the fantastic Vatican Museums.
This outstanding major basilica has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131,043 travelers.
You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Rome.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Rome is the 4-star hotel Relais Castrum Boccea. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 434 guests.
Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 5-star hotel. The Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & SPA is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Rome. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 649 guests.
If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 2-star hotel Hotel La Scaletta. This 2-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,022 guests.
After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome, Cantina e Cucina. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.
Locals recommend Ai Tre Scalini as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. Ai Tre Scalini is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is 433. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Rome, D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy with a toast!
Day 5 – Rome and Perugia
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- Perugia
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Drive 182 km, 2 hours 57 min
- Roman Forum
- Colosseum
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Trevi Fountain
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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 Perugia and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Perugia. You will stay in Perugia for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Perugia is the amazing Roman Forum. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible roman amphitheatre, Colosseum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Colosseum welcomes around 7,400,000 yearly visitors.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Perugia is the outstanding Pantheon. This popular roman temple and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors.
The spectacular Piazza Navona is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 158,771 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Trevi Fountain. This attraction is a popular sculpture that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 343,494 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Perugia 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 Perugia, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Perugia is the 4-star Posta Donini. This hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 357 guests.
If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Sina Brufani is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 555 guests.
If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Chocohotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,875 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Prosciutteria Perugia, one of the best restaurants in the city of Perugia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 407 customers.
Locals also recommend Alphaville as one of the best restaurants in the city of Perugia. Alphaville is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 325 customers.
After dinner, visit Caffe Dal Perugino, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Perugia. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 451 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy!
Day 6 – Perugia - departure day
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- Frontone Gardens
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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 Perugia 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.
Frontone Gardens is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Perugia. This garden and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,722 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Perugia and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Italy.
You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Perugia at Café Sant'Ercolano - Bar Sport before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 134 customers.
You’ll then say farewell to Perugia. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Italy!
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