One-Week Italy Road Trip from Verona to Bologna, Arezzo, Rome, and Florence

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

Verona has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Verona Arena. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 123,818 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 Verona, Osteria il Ciottolo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,253 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Verona is Greppia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,125 customers.

Locals recommend Ristorante Nastro Azzurro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,922 customers.

Verona also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Verona is Archivio. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Verona is Re Teodorico. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,370 customers.

Locals also enjoy Signorvino. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,737 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-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 Verona. 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 Verona’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Verona, start your day with a visit to the amazing piazza delle Erbe. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,777 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating piazza dei Signori. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,542 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Verona Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Verona Cathedral is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,866 visitors.

The lovely Ponte Pietra is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 12,284 visitors have left this deck arch 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 Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore. This attraction is a church rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,248 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Verona 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!

Day 3 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 Arezzo. You will stay in Arezzo 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 Fountain of Neptune, Bologna. This attraction is a fountain that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,952 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 Arezzo, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Antica Fonte, one of the best restaurants in the city of Arezzo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,306 customers.

Locals also recommend Trattoria Cavour 42 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Arezzo. Trattoria Cavour 42 is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Arezzo is Il Cantuccio. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers.

After dinner, visit Il Covo dei Briganti, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Arezzo. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Trattoria Il Saraceno. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,759 customers.

Alternatively, La Clandestina is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Arezzo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 277 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Arezzo and embark on a scenic drive to Rome, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Arezzo and Vatican 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 Arezzo. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful piazza Grande. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 14,465 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Arezzo Cathedral. This attraction, a beloved cathedral, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,450 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Arezzo is the stunning San Francesco, Arezzo. This minor basilica and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,377 visitors. Approximately 20,939 travelers come to Arezzo every year to see this fascinating attraction.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Vatican Museums. This attraction is an art museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 133,310 visitors. Around 1,612,530 people visit Vatican Museums every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sistine Chapel. This chapel and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 52,083 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Saint Peter's Square. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,954 visitors.

The lovely St. Peter's Basilica is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 131,043 visitors have left this major basilica an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 11,000,000 visits every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Vatican, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Rome. When you arrive in Rome 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 433. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,341 customers.

Locals also recommend Roma Sparita, another of the best restaurants in 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 to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Rome, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Cantina e Cucina has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Ai Tre Scalini 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 2,950 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!

On day 5 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome 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 Grand Hotel Palatino, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Rome. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,826 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Rome is the 5-star NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,953 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Rome is the 3-star Hotel Nord Nuova Roma. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,325 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 Rome, like the outstanding Castel Sant'Angelo. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 72,431 visitors and gathers around 918,591 every year.

Piazza Navona is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Rome. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Rome is the extraordinary Pantheon. This roman temple gets more than 30,000,000 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 189,682 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Roman Forum. Around 114,450 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Colosseum. Colosseum is a popular roman amphitheatre, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 travelers. Around 7,400,000 people visit this roman amphitheatre each year.

Come to Rome 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 Rome.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Amedeo, after your day of exploring the city of Rome. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 customers.

La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali is another of the best 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.

Locals recommend VinAllegro, one of the best bars in the city of Rome, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Rome, Ristorante Tema. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

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

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

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 Florence. You’ll stay in Florence 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 Altare della Patria. This much-appreciated architectural structure and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 49,843 visitors. Each year, around 1,683,070 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Trevi Fountain. This sculpture and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 343,494 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Piazza di Spagna to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Piazza di Spagna is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 113,658 visitors.

The lovely Spanish Steps is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 57,211 visitors have left this monumental staircase average ratings of 4.5 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 del Popolo. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 89,807 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 Florence. Florence 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 Ristorante Paoli. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 6,031 reviews.

The remarkable Ristorante Oliviero 1962 is another top restaurant in Florence we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Il Vezzo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Florence, the fantastic Manifattura. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ditta Artigianale. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Archea Brewery. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 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 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 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 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 Central Market. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 43,100 visitors.

The spectacular Ponte Vecchio is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating deck arch bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,099 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic piazzale Michelangelo. This attraction is a popular square that 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 Verona, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Griglia, one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,901 customers.

Locals also recommend Il Punto Rosa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. Il Punto Rosa is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,487 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Verona is Locanda 4 Cuochi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,113 customers.

After dinner, visit Caffè Al Teatro, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,526 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Terrazza Bar Al Ponte. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,290 customers.

Alternatively, Ristorante Antica Torretta - Verona centro storico is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 630 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Verona 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.

Castelvecchio Bridge is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Verona. This arch bridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,156 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Verona at Torcolo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,193 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Vecia Mescola for your last chance at a meal in the city of Verona. The La Vecia Mescola restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Trattoria al Pompiere. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,137 customers.

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