9-Day Italy Road Trip from Trieste traveling south to Venice, Florence, Viterbo, and Rome

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 piazza Unità d'Italia. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 46,036 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 9-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 1 night. 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 Roman Theatre of Trieste. This much-appreciated archaeological site and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,576 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cattedrale di San Giusto Martire. This church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,288 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 Miramare Castle is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 21,372 visitors have left this giardino all'italiana average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 79,218 visits 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!

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 Venice and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Florence. You will stay in Florence 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 square, Piazza San Marco. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Venice is the outstanding Doge's Palace. This popular palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,775 visitors.

The spectacular Bridge of Sighs is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating footbridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,223 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 Florence, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Italy, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Florence. 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 Florence’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Florence, start your day with a visit to the amazing piazza della Signoria. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 66,956 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Uffizi Gallery. This national museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 61,794 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Uffizi Gallery welcomes 2,011,219 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Ponte Vecchio to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Ponte Vecchio is a deck arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,099 visitors.

The lovely Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 76,359 visitors have left this church 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 piazzale Michelangelo. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 77,744 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Florence 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 5 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Viterbo and embark on a scenic drive to Rome, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Viterbo 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 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.

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!

Day 6 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 Rome 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 Rome is the amazing Roman Forum. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible roman amphitheatre, Colosseum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Colosseum welcomes around 7,400,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Rome is the outstanding Trevi Fountain. This popular sculpture and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 visitors.

The spectacular Pantheon is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating roman temple and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 189,682 visitors. In addition, approximately 30,000,000 travelers visit this popular site annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Piazza Navona. This attraction is a popular square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 158,771 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Rome 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!

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 Arezzo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Arezzo, start your day with a visit to the amazing San Francesco, Arezzo. This much-appreciated minor basilica and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,377 visitors. Each year, around 20,939 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 Santa Maria della Pieve. This church building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 720 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular piazza Grande to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular piazza Grande is a square that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,465 visitors.

The lovely Arezzo Cathedral is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,450 visitors have left this cathedral average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Arezzo 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 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bologna and the city of Padua. 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.

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 prato della Valle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Padua. This popular attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 47,576 visitors.

This outstanding church has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,852 travelers.

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 9 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 must-see tourist 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!