7-Day Italy Road Trip from Trieste traveling west to Venice, Verona, 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 Buffet da Pepi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,727 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 San Marco. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,676 customers.

Locals also enjoy Caffè degli Specchi. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,625 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 Trieste. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Venice. You’ll stay in Venice for 2 nights. 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 Piazza della Borsa. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,409 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating piazza Unità d'Italia. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 46,036 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular San Sabba Rice Mill National Monument and Museum to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular San Sabba Rice Mill National Monument and Museum is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,204 visitors.

The lovely Barcola fountain is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 897 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.3 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 Miramare Castle. This attraction is a giardino all'italiana rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 21,372 reviews. Around 79,218 people come to see this attraction every year.

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 Venice. Venice 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 Al Gazzettino. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,378 reviews.

The remarkable Nevodi is another top restaurant in Venice we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Osteria Alla Staffa is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 869 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Venice, the fantastic Adagio. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Il Mercante. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Irish Pub Venezia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,420 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

On day 3 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Venice. You’ll stay in Venice 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 Carlton on the Grand Canal, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Venice. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 7,578 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Venice is the 5-star Grande Albergo Ausonia & Hungaria. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 867 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Venice is the 3-star Al Mascaron Ridente. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,407 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 Venice, like the outstanding Piazza San Marco. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors.

St Mark's Basilica is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Venice. This incredible attraction is a cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,439 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Venice is the extraordinary Doge's Palace. This palace gets more than 318,104 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 24,775 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Bridge of Sighs. Around 18,223 visitors have given this footbridge an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Come to Venice 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 Venice.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Al Covo, after your day of exploring the city of Venice. 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 Venice. 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 Venice 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 Venice, 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 Venice, 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 Venice. 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 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 Venice and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Verona. You will stay in Verona for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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

You could also stop at the incredible opera house, Teatro La Fenice. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,677 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Venice is the outstanding Peggy Guggenheim Collection. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,128 visitors.

The spectacular Santa Maria della Salute is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating votive church and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,681 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Osteria il Ciottolo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,253 customers.

Locals also recommend Greppia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. Greppia is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,125 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Verona is Ristorante Nastro Azzurro. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,922 customers.

After dinner, visit Archivio, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Re Teodorico. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,370 customers.

Alternatively, Signorvino is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,737 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Verona and embark on a scenic drive to Bologna, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in 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 Verona. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Verona Arena. This attraction is an opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 123,818 visitors. Over 195,540 people visit Verona Arena annually.

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.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Trattoria da Me. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,763 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Trattoria del Tempo Buono. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit BrewDog Bar Bologna to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bologna, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Macondo - Cocktail Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Macondo - Cocktail Bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Osteria del Sole is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,643 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 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bologna and the city of Ferrara. You’ll stay in Trieste for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bologna today is Piazza Maggiore. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 64,523 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Two Towers, an outstanding tower, in the city of Bologna. Around 25,975 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bologna is Piazza Santo Stefano. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,617 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 Castello Estense for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Ferrara. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,340 visitors. Approximately 51,526 people visit Ferrara every year to see the fantastic Castello Estense.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste, Al Civicosei. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,184 customers.

Locals recommend Osteria Marise as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste. Osteria Marise is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 790 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trieste is Trattoria Nerodiseppia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Trieste, Urbanis. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,034 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bar X. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

Buffet L'Approdo is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Trieste. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 596 customers.

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

Day 7 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.

Giants' Stairway is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Trieste. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 955 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 Alla Bella Trieste before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ristorante Menarosti for your last chance at a meal in the city of Trieste. The Ristorante Menarosti restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 655 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!