7-Day Italy Road Trip from Milan to Venice and Turin and surrounding area

Milan Cathedral, Duomo di Milano, and Piazza Duomo square in the Milan city center, Italy
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
Flights
Optional
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 3 nights in Milan, 1 night in Venice, and 2 nights in Turin, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Milan, Monza, Venice, Verona, and Turin. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Milan, 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 Duomo di Milano Museum and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

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 Sforzesco Castle Art Library to the breathtaking Parco Sempione and Rialto Bridge, 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 Piazza San Marco and learn more about the unique Verona Arena to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Milan, Monza, Venice, Verona, and Turin, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

High dynamic range (HDR) Aerial view of the city of Milan, Italy.Milan / 3 nights
Photo of aerial view of the main square with church in Monza in north Italy.Monza
Photo of aerial view of Turin city center with landmark of Mole Antonelliana, Turin ,Italy ,Europe.Turin / 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 scenic view of Intra is a little town on Lake Maggiore, Verbania, Italy.Verbania

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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 night panoramic view of Duomo square in Milano,Italy.Duomo di Milano Museum
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 one of the world's oldest shopping malls galleria vittorio emanuele II at night in milan, lombardia, Italy.Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Sempione Park, Municipio 1, Milan, Lombardy, ItalySempione Park
photo of Sunset view of Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco) in Milan, Italy. Architecture and landmarks of Milan. Night cityscape of MilanSforzesco Castle Art Library
Egyptian Museum, Circoscrizione 1, Turin, Torino, Piemont, ItalyEgyptian Museum
photo of Turin (Torino), Mole Antonelliana tower, simbol of the city. Italy.Mole Antonelliana
photo of High dynamic range (HDR) Fontana dei Mesi fountain in Parco del Valentino, TurinParco del Valentino
photo of Reflection of a little temple in a pond of the Park of Monza surrounded by yellow autumnal trees, ItalyMonza Park
PHOTO OF New business district Milano Porta Nuova Garibaldi (Gae Aulenti) .Piazza Gae Aulenti
PHOTOPP OF Arco della Pace (Arch of Peace), Porta Sempione, Milan, Italy .Arch of Peace
photo of view of Teatro La Scala- famous opera house in Milan, Italy.La Scala
photo of view Pinacothèque de Brera - Cour intérieure, Milan,Italy.Pinacoteca di Brera
photo of view A picture showing the National Museum of Science and Technology of Milan, Italy.Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia "Leonardo da Vinci"
photo of The traditional bridge of the sighs of Barranco in Lima-PERU .Bridge of Sighs
Museo Nazionale dell'AutomobileMuseo Nazionale dell'Automobile
photo of view of Aerial view of The Autodromo Nazionale of Monza, that is a race track located near the city of Monza, Italy.Autodromo Nazionale Monza
Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, Verbania, Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Piemont, ItalyGiardini Botanici di Villa Taranto
Piazza Duomo, Municipio 1, Milan, Lombardy, ItalyCathedral Square
Lakefront Pallanza
Mottarone
Lungolago di Suna

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Day 1 – Milan - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Milan - arrival day

  • Milan - Arrival day
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  • Piazza Gae Aulenti
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Your road trip adventure in Italy begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Milan. You’ll stay in Milan for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Milan has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Piazza Gae Aulenti. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,398 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 Milan, Galleria Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,024 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan is Vento di Sardegna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

Locals recommend Nero 9 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Milan also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Milan is The Friends Pub Milano. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Milan is Camparino in Galleria. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Italy!

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Day 2 – Milan

Day 2

Day 2 – Milan

  • Milan
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Drive 14 km, 1 hour

  • Duomo di Milano Museum
  • La Scala
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • Cathedral Square
  • Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia "Leonardo da Vinci"
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Milan has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Milan by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Milan. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Milan, like the extraordinary Duomo di Milano Museum. This attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138,554 visitors. Duomo di Milano Museum gets around 341,609 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Milan is the spectacular La Scala. This attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,219 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. This commercial gallery has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,394 visitors.

Cathedral Square is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular destination among visitors in Milan. Rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,539 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia "Leonardo da Vinci". Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia "Leonardo da Vinci" is a technology museum and popular attraction in Milan. More than 22,235 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 532,084 people who do so each year.

Your discovery of Milan does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Milan on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Italy, be sure to eat at Bice Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 579 customers.

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

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Milan is Dessert Bar Milano. This restaurant has an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars by 144 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, G. B. Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Milan for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

Armani/Bamboo Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Milan!

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Day 3 – Milan, Monza, and Venice

Day 3

Day 3 – Milan, Monza, and Venice

  • Milan
  • Monza
  • Venice
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Drive 289 km, 3 hours 53 min

  • Pinacoteca di Brera
  • Sforzesco Castle Art Library
  • Sempione Park
  • Autodromo Nazionale Monza
  • Monza Park
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Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Milan and the city of Monza. You’ll stay in Venice for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Milan today is Sforzesco Castle Art Library. This excellent attraction is a library that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 68,714 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Parco Sempione, an outstanding park, in the city of Milan. Around 72,914 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Monza Circuit for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Monza. This popular attraction is a motorsport racing track and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,877 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,629 travelers.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Venice, Adagio. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Il Mercante. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

The Irish Pub Venezia is a popular bar 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.

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

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Day 4 – Venice, Verona, and Turin

Day 4

Day 4 – Venice, Verona, and Turin

  • Venice
  • Verona
  • Turin
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Drive 415 km, 4 hours 42 min

  • Rialto Bridge
  • Piazza San Marco
  • Bridge of Sighs
  • Verona Arena
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Day 4 of your road trip through Italy is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Venice and the city of Verona. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Venice is the amazing Rialto Bridge. This attraction is a stone bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,666 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Piazza San Marco. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors.

Bridge of Sighs is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Venice. This well-known attraction, a spectacular footbridge, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 18,223 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Venice is another excellent way to spend your new day in Italy. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Italy’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Italy’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Italy’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Verona Arena in the city of Verona for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an opera house and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 123,818 visitors. Each year, Verona Arena is visited by more than 195,540 travelers, so don't miss out!

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ristorante Solferino, one of the best restaurants in the city of Turin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,950 customers.

Locals also recommend Arcadia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Turin. Arcadia is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,260 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Turin is La via del sale. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

After dinner, visit Torre, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Turin. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,165 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Zucca. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.

Alternatively, Carpe Diem is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Turin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 824 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Turin

Day 5

Day 5 – Turin

  • Turin
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Drive 14 km, 49 min

  • Museo Nazionale dell'Automobile
  • Parco del Valentino
  • Egyptian Museum
  • Mole Antonelliana
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On day 5 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Turin. You’ll stay in Turin 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 Starhotels Majestic, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Turin. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,640 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Turin is the 5-star Principi di Piemonte UNA Esperienze. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,161 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Turin is the 3-star Hotel Miramonti. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,406 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 Turin, like the outstanding Parco del Valentino. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 42,752 visitors.

Egyptian Museum is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Turin. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 48,123 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Turin is the extraordinary Mole Antonelliana. This tower gets more than 237,000 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 45,724 reviews.

Come to Turin 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 Turin.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Le Vitel Etonné, after your day of exploring the city of Turin. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,030 customers.

L'Acino is another of the best restaurants in the city of Turin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 822 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Turin is Ristorante Monferrato. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 770 customers.

Locals recommend Trivè Time, one of the best bars in the city of Turin, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 745 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Turin, Tclub Street Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 603 customers.

Querio is also one of the best bars in the city of Turin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Verbania and Milan

Day 6

Day 6 – Verbania and Milan

  • Verbania
  • Milan
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Drive 292 km, 4 hours 32 min

  • Mottarone
  • Giardini Botanici di Villa Taranto
  • Lakefront Pallanza
  • Lungolago di Suna
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Day 6 of your road trip through Italy gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Milan for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Verbania is the amazing Mottarone. This attraction is a mountain that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,357 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Giardini Botanici di Villa Taranto. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,156 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Verbania is the outstanding Lakefront Pallanza. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,834 visitors.

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 Alto Ristorante, one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 137 customers.

After dinner, visit Dessert Bar Milano, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 5 out of 5 stars by 144 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Carico. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 125 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Milan - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 – Milan - departure day

  • Milan - Departure day
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  • Arch of Peace
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Day 7 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Milan 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.

Arch of Peace is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Milan. This monument and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,502 visitors.

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

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

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