6-Day Italy Road Trip from Pescara traveling north to Rimini, Venice, and Bologna

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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 Pescara, 1 night in Rimini, 1 night in Venice, and 1 night in Bologna, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Pescara, Rimini, Verona, Padua, Venice, and Bologna. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Pescara, 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 San Marco and Rialto Bridge.

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 Piazza Maggiore to the breathtaking Two Towers and Verona Arena, 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 The Basilica of St. Anthony and learn more about the unique prato della Valle to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Pescara, Rimini, Verona, Padua, Venice, and Bologna, 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 aerial view of colorful summer view of Pescara port, Italy.Pescara / 2 nights
Famous buildings, gondolas and monuments by the Rialto Bridge of Venice on the Grand Canal, Italy.Venice / 1 night
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
Photo of beautiful view of canal with statues on square Prato della Valle and Basilica Santa Giustina in Padova (Padua), Veneto, Italy.Padua
Photo of Italy Piazza Maggiore in Bologna old town tower of town hall with big clock and blue sky on background, antique buildings terracotta galleries.Bologna / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of Rimini city, Italy.Rimini / 1 night

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Attractions

photo of sunrise in san marco square with campanile and san marco's basilica. Panorama of the main square of the old town. Venice, Italy.Piazza San Marco
photo of beautiful view from the canal grande to the famous rialto bridge in Venice, Italy, without people and clear, emerald water.Rialto Bridge
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
photo of bologna, Italy. Piazza maggiore with torre dell'orologio and torre dell’arengo, landmark in emilia-romagna historical province.Piazza Maggiore
Prato della Valle square in historical city centre of Padua (Padova), elliptical square with green island at the center, small canal with statues, Abbey of Santa Giustina church, Veneto Region, Italy.Prato della Valle
The Basilica of St. Anthony, Padua, Padova, Veneto, ItalyThe Basilica of St Anthony
photo of Bologna, Italy - Two Towers (Due Torri), Asinelli and Garisenda, symbols of medieval Bologna towers.Two Towers
photo of Night view of piazza San Marco and Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale) in Venice, Italy. Architecture and landmark of Venice. Night cityscape of Venice .Doge's Palace
Photo of sunrise in San Marco square with Campanile and San Marco's Basilica, the main square of the old town, Venice, Veneto Italy.Saint Mark's Basilica
photo of The traditional bridge of the sighs of Barranco in Lima-PERU .Bridge of Sighs
Beautiful landscape with Gran Sasso d'Italia peak at Campo Imperatore plateau in the Apennine Mountains, Abruzzo, ItalyGran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park
Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto), Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyPiazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto)
photo of Piazza Santo Stefano .Piazza Santo Stefano
Finestrella, Santo Stefano, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, ItalyFinestrella
PHOTO OF "Ponte del Mare" in Pescara .Ponte del Mare
Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana, Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyNature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana
Gabriele D'Annunzio's Birthplace Museum, Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyGabriele D'Annunzio's Birthplace Museum

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Day 1 – Pescara and Abruzzo - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Pescara and Abruzzo - arrival day

  • Pescara - Arrival day
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  • Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto)
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Pescara has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto). This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 10,367 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 Pescara, Fattoria Toccaferro | Via Firenze. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,714 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara is Da Bacone. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,084 customers.

Locals recommend Taverna 58 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Pescara also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pescara is Bar Napoli. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,003 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pescara is Temple Bar Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

Locals also enjoy New Laundry - C. & C. Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Abruzzo and Rimini

Day 2

Day 2 – Abruzzo and Rimini

  • Pescara
  • Rimini
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Drive 395 km, 6 hours 3 min

  • Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana
  • Gabriele D'Annunzio's Birthplace Museum
  • Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park
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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 Rimini for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Abruzzo is the amazing Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,873 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible national park, Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,303 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Mi Mama, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rimini. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,954 customers.

Locals also recommend Sabbioni Pizza & Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rimini. Sabbioni Pizza & Restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,324 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Lento, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rimini. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 516 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bounty. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,323 customers.

Alternatively, Bar Ilde - Il Baretto della Buona Piadina is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rimini. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,485 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Verona, Padua, and Venice

Day 3

Day 3 – Verona, Padua, and Venice

  • Verona
  • Padua
  • Venice
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Drive 393 km, 4 hours 47 min

  • Verona Arena
  • The Basilica of St Anthony
  • Prato della Valle
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Rimini and embark on a scenic drive to Venice, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Rimini and Verona before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Rimini. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Arch of Augustus. This attraction is a triumphal arch that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,375 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Piazza Cavour. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,447 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Rimini is the stunning Parco Federico Fellini. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,076 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Verona and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Verona has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Verona Arena. This attraction is an opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 123,818 visitors. Around 195,540 people visit Verona Arena every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Verona, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Venice. When you arrive in Venice you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Trattoria Al Gazzettino. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,378 customers.

Locals also recommend Nevodi, another of the best restaurants in Venice. Nevodi is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Osteria Alla Staffa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 869 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Adagio to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Venice, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Il Mercante. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Il Mercante has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

The Irish Pub Venezia is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,420 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Italy, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 4 – Venice and Bologna

Day 4

Day 4 – Venice and Bologna

  • Venice
  • Bologna
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Drive 153 km, 1 hour 47 min

  • Bridge of Sighs
  • Doge's Palace
  • Piazza San Marco
  • Rialto Bridge
  • Saint Mark's Basilica
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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 Venice. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bologna. You’ll stay in Bologna for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Venice’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Venice, start your day with a visit to the amazing Bridge of Sighs. This much-appreciated footbridge and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,223 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Doge's Palace. This palace and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 24,775 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Doge's Palace welcomes 318,104 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Piazza San Marco to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Piazza San Marco is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors.

The lovely Rialto Bridge is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 141,666 visitors have left this stone bridge 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 St Mark's Basilica. This attraction is a cathedral rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 18,439 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Venice has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bologna. Bologna 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 Trattoria da Me. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,763 reviews.

The remarkable Trattoria dal Biassanot is another top restaurant in Bologna we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,616 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Trattoria del Tempo Buono is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bologna, the fantastic BrewDog Bar Bologna. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Macondo - Cocktail Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Osteria del Sole. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,643 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 5 – Bologna and Pescara

Day 5

Day 5 – Bologna and Pescara

  • Bologna
  • Pescara
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Drive 363 km, 4 hours 15 min

  • Finestrella
  • Piazza Maggiore
  • Two Towers
  • Piazza Santo Stefano
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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 Bologna and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Pescara. You will stay in Pescara for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bologna is the amazing Finestrella. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,286 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Piazza Maggiore. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 64,523 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bologna is the outstanding Two Towers. This popular tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,975 visitors.

The spectacular Piazza Santo Stefano is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,617 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ristorante Fattoria Galasso, one of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 844 customers.

Locals also recommend Somari as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara. Somari is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 546 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara is A Prua Mare. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

After dinner, visit Enoteca Visaggio cocktails and wine, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Pescara. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 463 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gran Caffè Italiano. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 216 customers.

Alternatively, Post Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Pescara. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 134 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Pescara and Abruzzo - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Pescara and Abruzzo - departure day

  • Pescara - Departure day
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  • Ponte del Mare
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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 Pescara 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.

Ponte del Mare is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Pescara. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,487 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Pescara at Trattoria del mare da Tatillo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Trattoria L'Angolo d'Abruzzo for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pescara. The Trattoria L'Angolo d'Abruzzo restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 582 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Chef Nestor 2. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

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

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