Cheap 10-Day Italy Road Trip from Rome to Arezzo, Venice, Verona, and Florence

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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 10-day road trip through Italy! Travel to Rome, Arezzo, Bologna, Venice, Verona, Florence, and Pisa with this cheap holiday package!

Explore Italy for less with this 10-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Colosseum, the captivating Trevi Fountain, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across Italy and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 3 nights in Rome, 1 night in Arezzo, 1 night in Venice, 1 night in Verona, and 3 nights in Florence.

This customizable and cheap Italy travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in Italy at the lowest price!

On arrival in Rome, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in Italy. Explore the magnificent Pantheon to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Piazza Navona and take in its distinct atmosphere. Italy offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.

Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in Italy. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in Italy.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in Italy, like the stunning Rialto Bridge. You'll visit the incredible Piazza San Marco to make lasting memories. You'll also have the chance to admire the outstanding St. Peter's Basilica up close.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 10-day road trip, you'll leave Italy happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.

This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 10-day vacation in Italy. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 9 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in Italy with CDW insurance.

You can customize your Italy travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in Italy and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind Italy’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!

Booking this cheap holiday package in Italy offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in Italy with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to Italy fill up fast, so book your adventure today!

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Hotel, 9 nights
Rental car, 10 days
CDW Insurance
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Arezzo - city in ItalyArezzo / 1 night
Aerial panoramic cityscape of Rome, Italy, Europe. Roma is the capital of Italy. Cityscape of Rome in summer. Rome roofs view with ancient architecture in Italy. Rome / 3 nights
Florence Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge during Beautiful Sunny Day, ItalyFlorence / 3 nights
Pisa - city in ItalyPisa
Photo of Italy Piazza Maggiore in Bologna old town tower of town hall with big clock and blue sky on background, antique buildings terracotta galleries.Bologna
Famous buildings, gondolas and monuments by the Rialto Bridge of Venice on the Grand Canal, Italy.Venice / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of Verona historical city centre, Ponte Pietra bridge across Adige river, Verona Cathedral, Duomo di Verona, red tiled roofs, Veneto Region, Italy.Verona / 1 night

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photo of trevi fountain at sunrise beautiful full view, Rome, Italy.Trevi Fountain
photo of Colosseum in Rome at sunrise, Italy, Europe.Colosseum
photo of view of Pantheon in the morning. Rome. Italy.Pantheon
photo of piazza navona in Rome, Italy. Rome navona square. Ancient stadium of Rome for athletic contests. Italy architecture and landmark. Piazza navona is one of the main attractions of Rome and Italy.Piazza navona
photo of sunrise in san marco square with campanile and san marco's basilica. Panorama of the main square of the old town. Venice, Italy.Piazza San Marco
photo of beautiful view from the canal grande to the famous rialto bridge in Venice, Italy, without people and clear, emerald water.Rialto Bridge
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican CitySt Peter's Basilica
Vatican Museums, Vatican CityVatican Museums
photo of verona, Italy. ancient amphitheater arena di verona in Italy like Rome coliseum with nighttime illumination and evening blue sky. verona's italian famous ancient landmark theatre. veneto region.Verona Arena
photo of golden sunset over ponte vecchio bridge with traditional boat on the arno river, Florence, Italy.Ponte Vecchio
photo of medieval leaning tower of pisa (Torre di pisa) at piazza dei miracoli (Piazza del duomo), Tuscany, Italy.Leaning Tower of Pisa
photo of panoramic view of ancient ruins of a roman forum or foro romano at sunrise in rome, Italy. view from capitoline hill.Roman Forum
photo of piazza di spagna in rome, italy. Spanish steps in rome, Italy in the morning. One of the most famous squares in Rome, Italy. Rome architecture and landmark.Piazza di Spagna
photo of panorama of piazza dei miracoli with leaning tower of pisa, Italy.Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
photo of piazza del popolo (People's square) named after the church of santa maria del popolo in Rome, Italy.Piazza del Popolo
photo of View of statue of david on Piazzale Michelangelo at morning  in Florence, Italy.Piazzale Michelangelo
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Quartiere 1, Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Tuscany, ItalyCathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
photo of square of signoria in florence at sunrise, Italy.Piazza della Signoria
photo of Visit Italy, park Villa Borghese with boat and ducks.Villa Borghese
photo of holy angel castle, also known as hadrian mausoleum in the morning, Rome, Italy.Castel Sant'Angelo
photo of bologna, Italy. Piazza maggiore with torre dell'orologio and torre dell’arengo, landmark in emilia-romagna historical province.Piazza Maggiore
photo of uffizi gallery in piazzale degli uffizi at night in florence Italy.Uffizi Gallery
photo of Spanish Steps at morning in Rome, Italy .Spanish Steps
Sistine ChapelSistine Chapel
photo of Campo de Fiori during the night, Rome.Campo de' Fiori
photo of altare della patria, national monument to victor emmanuel II the first king of a unified Italy, located in Rome.Altare della Patria
Central Market
Saint Peter's Square, R-36989Saint Peter's Square
Parco Giardino SigurtàParco Giardino Sigurtà
photo of Bologna, Italy - Two Towers (Due Torri), Asinelli and Garisenda, symbols of medieval Bologna towers.Two Towers
photo of Night view of piazza San Marco and Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale) in Venice, Italy. Architecture and landmark of Venice. Night cityscape of Venice .Doge's Palace
Church of Santa Maria Novella at morning in Florence, Tuscany, ItalyBasilica di Santa Maria Novella, Firenze (FI)
Photo of sunrise in San Marco square with Campanile and San Marco's Basilica, the main square of the old town, Venice, Veneto Italy.Saint Mark's Basilica
photo of The traditional bridge of the sighs of Barranco in Lima-PERU .Bridge of Sighs
photo of View of the Castel Vecchio Bridge connected to Castelvecchio Castle along Adige river in Verona, Italy. Castelvecchio Museum
photo of view of Verona, Italy. Scenery with Adige River and Ponte Scaligero and Castelvecchio, medieval landmarks of veronese city, Verona, Italy.Ponte Scaligero
photo of Tower and cathedral, famous landmarks of Pisa, Italy .Cattedrale di Pisa
photo of Piazza Santo Stefano .Piazza Santo Stefano
photo of Bologna, Italy. Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore in Bologna, Italy landmark in Emilia-Romagna historical province.Fountain of Neptune, Bologna

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Day 1 – Rome - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Rome - arrival day

  • Rome - Arrival day
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  • Altare della Patria
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Your exciting road trip through Italy starts when you reach the incredible city of Rome, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Rome and begin your adventure in Italy.

Rome is a popular cheap holiday destination in Italy with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Rome and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Altare della Patria will make your cheap holiday in Italy truly special. This attraction is a fascinating architectural structure that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 49,843 visitors. Each year, approximately 1,683,070 people travel to Rome to see this attraction with their own eyes.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Rome. An excellent example is the popular 433. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Italy is Roma Sparita. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,054 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Rome we recommend is Cantina e Cucina, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Ai Tre Scalini is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,950 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Italy!

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Day 2 – Rome

Day 2

Day 2 – Rome

  • Rome
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Drive 12 km, 1 hour 8 min

  • Colosseum
  • Roman Forum
  • Trevi Fountain
  • Piazza di Spagna
  • Spanish Steps
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Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Rome, proving that cheap holidays in Italy can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Colosseum. This attraction is a roman amphitheatre that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 328,821 travelers. Every year, the wonderful Colosseum gets around 7,400,000 visitors from across the globe.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Roman Forum. This popular place of interest is a stunning square that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 114,450 visitors.

To make your trip to Rome more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Trevi Fountain. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 343,494 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Trevi Fountain is often mentioned in Italy road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Piazza di Spagna is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This square and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 113,658 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Spanish Steps. More than 57,211 visitors have rated this monumental staircase and tourist destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Rome does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Rome on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Italy.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Italy, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Ristorante Amedeo, one of the best restaurants in Rome. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,798 reviews.

You can also check out La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,637 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Maccheroni. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,633 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Rome.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Rome for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at VinAllegro and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,167 customers.

Ristorante Tema is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Bar Tornatora Rome. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Rome.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Rome!

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Day 3 – Rome and Arezzo

Day 3

Day 3 – Rome and Arezzo

  • Rome
  • Arezzo
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Drive 222 km, 3 hours 19 min

  • Pantheon
  • Piazza navona
  • Castel Sant'Angelo
  • Piazza del Popolo
  • Villa Borghese
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On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Italy, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Rome and end your day in the city of Arezzo, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Rome is the amazing Pantheon. This travel destination is a roman temple that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors. Up to 30,000,000 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Pantheon with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Piazza Navona. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Rome is likely to make your vacation in Italy even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Rome is the outstanding Castel Sant'Angelo. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 72,431 visitors. In a single year, approximately 30,000,000 travelers include the unforgettable Castel Sant'Angelo in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Italy, drop by the popular piazza del Popolo. This attraction, an amazing square, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,807 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Villa Borghese. This urban zone of rome is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 69,749 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Italy. To have the best affordable travel experience in Italy, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Italy unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Italy.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Arezzo. Arezzo is another cheap travel destination in Italy where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Italy can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Arezzo that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Arezzo is Antica Fonte. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,306 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Arezzo, Trattoria Cavour 42 is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 909 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Il Cantuccio. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Arezzo enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,027 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Arezzo’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Italy. For example, you can visit Il Covo dei Briganti. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Trattoria Il Saraceno. This popular bar in Arezzo has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,759 bar-goers.

You can also go to La Clandestina as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La Clandestina is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 277 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Italy!

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Day 4 – Bologna and Venice

Day 4

Day 4 – Bologna and Venice

  • Bologna
  • Venice
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Drive 331 km, 3 hours 59 min

  • Fountain of Neptune, Bologna
  • Piazza Maggiore
  • Two Towers
  • Piazza Santo Stefano
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On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Italy, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Bologna and end your day in the city of Venice, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Bologna is the amazing piazza Grande. This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,465 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Arezzo Cathedral. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,450 travelers, a visit to this well-known cathedral and sightseeing spot in Bologna is likely to make your vacation in Italy even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Bologna is the outstanding San Francesco, Arezzo. This minor basilica has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,377 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Italy. To have the best affordable travel experience in Italy, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Italy unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Italy.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Venice. Venice is another cheap travel destination in Italy where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Italy can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Venice that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Venice is Trattoria Al Gazzettino. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,378 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Venice, Nevodi is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,127 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Osteria Alla Staffa. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Venice enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 869 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Venice’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Italy. For example, you can visit Adagio. Rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Il Mercante. This popular bar in Venice has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 666 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Irish Pub Venezia as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Irish Pub Venezia is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,420 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Italy!

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Day 5 – Venice and Verona

Day 5

Day 5 – Venice and Verona

  • Venice
  • Verona
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Drive 122 km, 1 hour 39 min

  • Rialto Bridge
  • Piazza San Marco
  • Saint Mark's Basilica
  • Doge's Palace
  • Bridge of Sighs
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On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Italy, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Venice and end your day in the city of Verona, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

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

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Piazza San Marco. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Venice is likely to make your vacation in Italy even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Venice is the outstanding St Mark's Basilica. This cathedral has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,439 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Italy, drop by the popular Doge's Palace. This attraction, an amazing palace, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,775 travelers. As one of the top sights in Venice, there’s no wonder that the spectacular Doge's Palace attracts about 318,104 visitors annually.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Bridge of Sighs. This footbridge is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,223 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Italy. To have the best affordable travel experience in Italy, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Italy unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Italy.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Verona. Verona is another cheap travel destination in Italy where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Italy can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Verona that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Verona is Osteria il Ciottolo. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,253 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Verona, Greppia is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,125 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Ristorante Nastro Azzurro. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Verona enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,922 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Verona’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Italy. For example, you can visit Archivio. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 840 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Re Teodorico. This popular bar in Verona has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,370 bar-goers.

You can also go to Signorvino as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Signorvino is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,737 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Italy!

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Day 6 – Verona and Florence

Day 6

Day 6 – Verona and Florence

  • Verona
  • Florence
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Drive 269 km, 3 hours 55 min

  • Verona Arena
  • Castelvecchio Museum
  • Ponte Scaligero
  • Parco Giardino Sigurtà
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Day 6 of your road trip across Italy offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Verona and the enchanting Province of Verona, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Verona and end the day in Province of Verona, where you'll stay for 3 nights.

Buckle up because day 6 of your affordable vacation in Italy will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Verona is the magnificent Verona Arena. Each year, this popular place of interest welcomes over 195,540 travelers from across the world. Around 123,818 visitors have rated this excellent opera house and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Castelvecchio Museum on this leg of your self-drive tour in Italy. This attraction is a well-known art museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 13,854 travelers. Given this incredible site's popularity, it’s easy to understand why more than 35,031 people visit it every year.

The remarkable Castelvecchio Bridge is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Italy. This attraction, an amazing arch bridge, is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,156 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Verona Arena. This popular site is a valued opera house in Province of Verona and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 123,818 visitors.

Another must-visit in Province of Verona is the spectacular Castelvecchio Museum. This outstanding art museum and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 13,854 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Castelvecchio Bridge to make your cheap holiday experience in Province of Verona truly special. This arch bridge and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,156 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Italy. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Italy. Make your cheap holiday experience in Italy more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Florence offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Italy. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Florence offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Italy.

Ristorante Paoli is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 6,031 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Florence is Ristorante Oliviero 1962, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Il Vezzo offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Florence. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 862 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Florence’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Manifattura is an excellent example of a great bar in Florence offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Ditta Artigianale, another of locals’ go-to bars in Florence. Ditta Artigianale is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,877 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Archea Brewery is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Florence. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 723 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Italy with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Italy!

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Day 7 – Pisa and Florence

Day 7

Day 7 – Pisa and Florence

  • Florence
  • Pisa
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Drive 171 km, 2 hours 58 min

  • Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
  • Cattedrale di Pisa
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Basilica di Santa Maria Novella, Firenze (FI)
  • Central Market
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You still have 2 nights left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in Italy.

Today’s adventure starts in Florence. Florence is a popular cheap holiday destination in Italy and the home of the wonderful Basilica di Santa Maria Novella, Firenze (FI). This amazing attraction is an archive that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 23,075 visitors.

Another of the best places to visit in Florence is the fascinating Central Market. As one of the most popular sights in the area, this must-see tourist destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 43,100 reviews.

Make your road trip vacation in Italy more memorable and epic without spending a fortune. Take advantage of the cheap holiday deals you'll find in Italy and add budget-friendly activities to your travel plan.

When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Florence.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ristorante Le Volte Firenze. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.

Le Cappelle Medicee is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Florence. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,574 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Florence you might want to check out is La Giostra. La Giostra is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,432 reviews.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Florence, Locale Firenze. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 771 customers.

Djària - American Bar is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Florence. This bar has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 182 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Caffe San Firenze. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Florence. Caffe San Firenze has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,268 customers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Italy! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Florence!

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Day 8 – Florence

Day 8

Day 8 – Florence

  • Florence
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Drive 7 km, 56 min

  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Piazzale Michelangelo
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Day 8’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Florence, proving that cheap holidays in Italy can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary 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 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular piazza della Signoria. This popular place of interest is a stunning square that boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 66,956 visitors.

To make your trip to Florence more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Ponte Vecchio. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 118,099 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Ponte Vecchio is often mentioned in Italy road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Uffizi Gallery is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This national museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 61,794 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 2,011,219 people.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing piazzale Michelangelo. More than 77,744 visitors have rated this square and tourist destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Florence does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Florence on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Italy.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Italy, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Ristorante La Grotta Toscana, one of the best restaurants in Florence. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,038 reviews.

You can also check out Il Granaio Ristorante. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 667 diners.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Florence for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at SE·STO on Arno Rooftop Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,020 customers.

The Florence Irish Pub is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 426 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Il Vinile. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 376 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Florence.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Florence!

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Day 9 – Vatican City and Rome

Day 9

Day 9 – Vatican City and Rome

  • Rome
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Drive 283 km, 3 hours 32 min

  • Vatican Museums
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Saint Peter's Square
  • St Peter's Basilica
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On day 9 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Italy, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Vatican City and end your day in the city of Rome, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Vatican City is the amazing Vatican Museums. This travel destination is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 133,310 visitors. Up to 1,612,530 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Vatican Museums with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Sistine Chapel. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,083 travelers, a visit to this well-known chapel and sightseeing spot in Vatican City is likely to make your vacation in Italy even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Vatican City is the outstanding Saint Peter's Square. This square has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 38,954 visitors. In a single year, approximately 1,612,530 travelers include the unforgettable Saint Peter's Square in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Italy, drop by the popular St. Peter's Basilica. This attraction, an amazing major basilica, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131,043 travelers. As one of the top sights in Vatican City, there’s no wonder that the spectacular St. Peter's Basilica attracts about 11,000,000 visitors annually.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Italy. To have the best affordable travel experience in Italy, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Italy unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Italy.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rome. Rome is another cheap travel destination in Italy where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Italy can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Rome that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Rome is Coso Ristorante. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,275 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Rome, Pierluigi is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,123 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Ristorante Ad Hoc. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Rome enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Rome’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Italy. For example, you can visit La Botticella of Poggi Giovanni. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 655 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Tigelleria Romana - Bistrot & Cafè. This popular bar in Rome has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 792 bar-goers.

You can also go to La Licata as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La Licata is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,067 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Italy!

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Day 10 – Rome - departure day

Day 10

Day 10 – Rome - departure day

  • Rome - Departure day
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  • Campo de' Fiori
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to Italy as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Rome.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Italy.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Rome is the remarkable Campo de' Fiori. This square and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 51,133 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Rome, consider a top-rated restaurant like Antica Pesa. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Hostaria Isidoro is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 909 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Rome and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Italy!

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