4-Day Italy Road Trip from Bologna traveling east to Venice

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

Bologna has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 Bologna, Trattoria da Me. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,763 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna is Trattoria dal Biassanot. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,616 customers.

Locals recommend Trattoria del Tempo Buono as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers.

Bologna also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bologna is BrewDog Bar Bologna. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bologna is Macondo - Cocktail Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Locals also enjoy Osteria del Sole. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,643 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Italy!

Day 2 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 Venice. You will stay in Venice 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 Bologna Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,852 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible fountain, Fountain of Neptune, Bologna. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,952 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bologna is the outstanding Piazza Maggiore. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 64,523 visitors.

The spectacular Two Towers is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating tower and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,975 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Trattoria Al Gazzettino, one of the best restaurants in the city of Venice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,378 customers.

Locals also recommend Nevodi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Venice. Nevodi is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Venice is Osteria Alla Staffa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 869 customers.

After dinner, visit Adagio, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Venice. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Il Mercante. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

Alternatively, The Irish Pub Venezia is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Venice. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,420 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Italy, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Venice. 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 Venice’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Venice, start your day with a visit to the amazing Rialto Bridge. This much-appreciated stone bridge and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,666 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Piazza San Marco. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 152,982 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular St Mark's Basilica to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular St Mark's Basilica is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,439 visitors.

The lovely Doge's Palace is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 24,775 visitors have left this palace average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 318,104 visits every year.

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 Bridge of Sighs. This attraction is a footbridge rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 18,223 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Venice 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 Ristorante da Nello al Montegrappa. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,633 reviews.

The remarkable L'Arcimboldo is another top restaurant in Bologna we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,070 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bologna, the fantastic Bar Senza Nome. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,552 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bar Maurizio. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 581 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Caffè De Marchi. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 553 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Day 4 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bologna 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bologna at Ristorante San Pietro before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,152 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ristorante Da Cesari for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bologna. The Ristorante Da Cesari restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 995 customers.

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