9-Day Italy road trip from Ancona to Bologna, Florence, and Rome

Ancona has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Arch of Trajan. This attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,411 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

Ancona also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Ancona is Donegal Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Ancona is Posa bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 948 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Italy!

Day 2 of your road trip through Italy gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Bologna for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ancona is the amazing Museo archeologico nazionale delle Marche. As such, over 3,696 people visit Museo archeologico nazionale delle Marche yearly. This attraction is an archaeological museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 406 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible cathedral, cathedral Basilica of St. Cyriacus. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,724 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ancona is the outstanding Sanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto. This popular church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,100 visitors. Approximately 3,696 travelers come to Ancona every year to see the stunning Museo archeologico nazionale delle Marche with their own eyes.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bologna, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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

Locals also 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 BrewDog Bar Bologna, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bologna. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Alternatively, Osteria del Sole is one of the best bars 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.

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

Day 3 of your road trip through Italy is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bologna and the city of Pisa. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bologna is the amazing Two Towers. This attraction is a tower and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,975 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Piazza Maggiore. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 64,523 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bologna 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 Knights' Square in the city of Pisa for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,051 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Pisa is the outstanding Piazza del Duomo, Pisa. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 104,550 visitors, this square deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Leaning Tower of Pisa. Hosting around 3,200,000 visitors every year, Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the best places to visit in Pisa. This attraction, a stunning bell tower, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 116,882 travelers.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ristorante Paoli, one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 6,031 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence is Il Vezzo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

After dinner, visit Manifattura, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Florence. 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 Ditta Artigianale. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Alternatively, Archea Brewery is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Florence. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Florence. You’ll stay in Florence 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 Nil Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Florence. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,288 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Florence is the 5-star Ville sull'Arno. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,297 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Florence is the 3-star Argentina. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,994 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 Florence, like the outstanding Ponte Vecchio. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,099 visitors.

Uffizi Gallery is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Florence. This incredible attraction is a national museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,794 visitors. Up to 2,011,219 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Florence is the extraordinary piazza della Signoria. This square is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 66,956 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence. Around 28,544 visitors have given this church an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic piazzale Michelangelo. Piazzale Michelangelo is a popular square, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 77,744 travelers.

Come to Florence 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 Florence.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Le Volte Firenze, after your day of exploring the city of Florence. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.

Le Cappelle Medicee is another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,574 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence is La Giostra. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,432 customers.

Locals recommend Locale Firenze, one of the best bars in the city of Florence, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 771 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Florence, Djària - American Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

Caffe San Firenze is also one of the best bars in the city of Florence. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Florence and embark on a scenic drive to Rome, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Florence 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 Florence. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This attraction is a church that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 76,359 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Central Market. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 43,100 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Florence is the stunning Galleria dell'Accademia. This national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 34,429 visitors. Approximately 1,719,645 travelers come to Florence every year to see this fascinating attraction.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Well of St. Patrick. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,274 visitors.

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 6 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 2 nights, 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.

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Rome has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Rome 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 Rome. 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 Rome, like the extraordinary Altare della Patria. This attraction is an architectural structure and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 49,843 visitors. Altare della Patria gets around 1,683,070 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Rome is the spectacular Trevi Fountain. This attraction is a sculpture and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Piazza di Spagna. This square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 113,658 visitors.

Piazza del Popolo is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Rome. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,807 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Villa Borghese. Villa Borghese is an urban zone of rome and popular attraction in Rome. More than 69,749 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Rome does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Rome 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 Coso Ristorante, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,275 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Rome is the popular Pierluigi. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Rome is Ristorante Ad Hoc. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, La Botticella of Poggi Giovanni is one of the best bars in the city of Rome for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

Tigelleria Romana - Bistrot & Cafè is another of the most popular bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Rome is La Licata. La Licata has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,067 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Vatican City, start your day with a visit to the amazing St. Peter's Basilica. This much-appreciated major basilica and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131,043 visitors. Each year, around 11,000,000 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 Sistine Chapel. This chapel and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 52,083 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Vatican Museums to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Vatican Museums is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 133,310 visitors. Every year, around 1,612,530 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

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

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Ancona, the fantastic Bàgolo Caffetteria. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 423 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Old Fashioned. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 170 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Mixer Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 123 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Day 9 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Ancona 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.

Parco Della Cittadella di Ancona is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Ancona. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 843 visitors.

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

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