6-Day Italy Road Trip from Triest to Venice and Bologna

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

Trieste has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Molo Audace. This attraction is a landmark and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,849 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 Trieste, Suban. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,104 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste is Bracerie Venete. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 630 customers.

Locals recommend Caffè San Marco as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,676 customers.

Trieste also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Trieste is Al Ciketo. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 602 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Trieste is Caffè degli Specchi. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,625 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 Trieste and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Venice. You will stay in Venice for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Trieste is the amazing San Sabba Rice Mill National Monument and Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,204 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible archaeological site, Roman Theatre of Trieste. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,576 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Trieste is the outstanding piazza Unità d'Italia. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 46,036 visitors.

The spectacular Piazza della Borsa is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,409 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Miramare Castle. This attraction is a popular giardino all'italiana that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,372 visitors. Miramare Castle hosts around 79,218 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Trattoria Al Gazzettino, one of the best restaurants in the city of Venice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,378 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Venice is Osteria Alla Staffa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 869 customers.

After dinner, visit Adagio, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Venice. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Il Mercante. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

Alternatively, The Irish Pub Venezia is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Venice. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,420 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 Trieste. You’ll stay in Trieste 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 Mercure Venezia Marghera, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Trieste. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,140 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Trieste is the 5-star Grande Albergo Ausonia & Hungaria. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 864 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Trieste is the 3-star Antico Moro. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 561 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 Trieste, like the outstanding Piazza San Marco. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors.

Doge's Palace is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Trieste. This incredible attraction is a palace and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,775 visitors. Up to 318,104 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Trieste is the extraordinary Bridge of Sighs. This footbridge is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 18,223 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Rialto Bridge. Around 141,666 visitors have given this stone bridge an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic St Mark's Basilica. St Mark's Basilica is a popular cathedral, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,439 travelers.

Come to Trieste 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 Trieste.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Al Covo, after your day of exploring the city of Trieste. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 624 customers.

Al Gobbo di Rialto is another of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 545 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste is Puppa Bar Venezia. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,713 customers.

Locals recommend Devils Forest Pub, one of the best bars in the city of Trieste, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,537 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Trieste, Al Parlamento. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

Bar Al Vecio Calice is also one of the best bars in the city of Trieste. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 397 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Trieste and the city of Verona. You’ll stay in Bologna for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Trieste today is The Basilica of St. Anthony. This excellent attraction is a church that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,852 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing prato della Valle, an outstanding square, in the city of Trieste. Around 47,576 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Trieste is Piazza dei Signori, Padua. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,510 visitors.

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 Gran Guardia for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Verona. This popular attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,551 visitors.

This outstanding opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 123,818 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bologna.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna, Trattoria da Me. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,763 customers.

Locals recommend Trattoria dal Biassanot as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna. Trattoria dal Biassanot is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,616 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna is Trattoria del Tempo Buono. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bologna, BrewDog Bar Bologna. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Macondo - Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Osteria del Sole is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Bologna. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,643 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy with a toast!

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 Trieste. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Trieste. You’ll stay in Trieste for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Trieste’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Trieste, start your day with a visit to the amazing Finestrella. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,286 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Fountain of Neptune, Bologna. This fountain and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,952 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 Two Towers is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 25,975 visitors have left this tower 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 Santo Stefano. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 7,617 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Trieste has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Trieste. Trieste 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 Caffè degli Specchi. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,625 reviews.

The remarkable Buffet da Pepi is another top restaurant in Trieste we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,727 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Al Civicosei is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,184 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Trieste, the fantastic Urbanis. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,034 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bar X. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Buffet L'Approdo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 596 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

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

Giardino Pubblico Muzio de Tommasini is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Trieste. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,549 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Trieste at Osteria Marise before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 790 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Trattoria Nerodiseppia for your last chance at a meal in the city of Trieste. The Trattoria Nerodiseppia restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Alla Bella Trieste. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

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