7-Day Italy Road Trip from Naples traveling north to Viterbo, Florence, and Rome

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

Naples has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible piazza del Plebiscito. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 58,141 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 Naples, La Locanda Gesù Vecchio. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 899 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Naples is La Lazzara Trattoria e Pizzeria. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,927 customers.

Locals recommend Al Vecchio 53 Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Naples. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,352 customers.

Naples also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Naples is OAK Napoli Wine And Craft Beer. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 764 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Naples is L'antiquario. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 700 customers.

Locals also enjoy Barrio Botanico - Municipio. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,402 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Italy, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Naples. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Viterbo. You’ll stay in Viterbo for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Naples’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Naples, start your day with a visit to the amazing Castel Nuovo. This much-appreciated castle and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 28,032 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cappella Sansevero. This former church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,405 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Cappella Sansevero welcomes 175,138 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Naples National Archaeological Museum to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Naples National Archaeological Museum is an archaeological museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,352 visitors. Every year, around 616,878 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Naples has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Viterbo. Viterbo offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Viterbo and embark on a scenic drive to Florence, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Viterbo and Pisa 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 Viterbo. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Palazzo dei Papi di Viterbo. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,905 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Terme dei papi. This attraction, a beloved spa, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,981 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Viterbo is the stunning the Bagnaccio, spa park and botanical garden. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,054 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Pisa 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 Pisa has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Leaning Tower of Pisa. This attraction is a bell tower that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 116,882 visitors. Around 3,200,000 people visit Leaning Tower of Pisa every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Piazza del Duomo, Pisa. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 104,550 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Pisa Cathedral. This cathedral and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,361 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Pisa, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Florence. When you arrive in Florence 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 Ristorante Paoli. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 6,031 customers.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Oliviero 1962, another of the best restaurants in Florence. Ristorante Oliviero 1962 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Il Vezzo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Manifattura to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Florence, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ditta Artigianale. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Ditta Artigianale has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Archea Brewery is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 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!

Day 4 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 Rome. You will stay in Rome for 2 nights. 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 church, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 76,359 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Florence is the outstanding Ponte Vecchio. This popular deck arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,099 visitors.

The spectacular piazzale Michelangelo 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 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 Rome, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try 433, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers.

Locals also recommend Roma Sparita as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. Roma Sparita is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

After dinner, visit D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cantina e Cucina. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Alternatively, Ai Tre Scalini is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

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

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Rome, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Rome is Piazza Navona. This amazing attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 158,771 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 Rome.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Amedeo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 customers.

La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali is one of the top restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is Maccheroni. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,633 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Rome, VinAllegro. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Rome, we recommend the cocktails at Ristorante Tema. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rome is Bar Tornatora Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Rome!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Italy, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Rome. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Naples. You’ll stay in Naples for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Rome’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Rome, start your day with a visit to the amazing Roman Forum. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Colosseum. This roman amphitheatre and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 328,821 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Colosseum welcomes 7,400,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pantheon to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Pantheon is a roman temple that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors. Every year, around 30,000,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Trevi Fountain is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 343,494 visitors have left this sculpture average ratings of 4.8 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 di Spagna. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 113,658 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Rome has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Naples. Naples 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 Antichi Sapori Partenopei Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 983 reviews.

The remarkable Tandem Ragù is another top restaurant in Naples we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,892 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Osteria Il Gobbetto is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,288 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Naples, the fantastic Shanti Art Musik Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,223 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Archivio Storico - Cocktail Bar & Wonderfood. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 930 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Sinclair Scottish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 694 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Day 7 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Naples 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.

Ovo Castle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Naples. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,595 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Naples at Trattoria Don Vincenzo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,600 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend A Cucina Ra Casa Mia for your last chance at a meal in the city of Naples. The A Cucina Ra Casa Mia restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,222 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Anonymous Trattoria Gourmet. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 859 customers.

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