4-Day Italy Road Trip from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo and surrounding area

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

Venice has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Teatro La Fenice. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,677 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 Venice, Ristorante La Piazza. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Venice is Farini. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,851 customers.

Locals recommend Rio Novo as one of the best restaurants in the city of Venice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,401 customers.

Venice also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Venice is Adagio. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Venice is Il Mercante. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

Locals also enjoy Trattoria Bar Pontini. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,176 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 Venice and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Cortina d'Ampezzo. You will stay in Cortina d'Ampezzo 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 Piazza San Marco. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible cathedral, St Mark's Basilica. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,439 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 Giardini della Biennale is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,729 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Bridge of Sighs. This attraction is a popular footbridge that 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 Cortina d'Ampezzo, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Boutique Hotel Villa Blu Cortina, one of the best restaurants in the city of Cortina d'Ampezzo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 233 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Cortina d'Ampezzo and embark on a scenic drive to Venice, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Cortina d'Ampezzo 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 Cortina d'Ampezzo. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful prato della Valle. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 47,576 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Basilica of St. Anthony. This attraction, a beloved church, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 38,852 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Cortina d'Ampezzo is the stunning Piazza dei Signori, Padua. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,510 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated chapel in Cortina d'Ampezzo. The popular Scrovegni Chapel is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,849 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city. It’s estimated around 9,387 people visit this attraction each year.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Trattoria Al Gazzettino. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,378 customers.

Locals also recommend Farini, another of the best restaurants in Venice. Farini is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,615 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Nevodi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Cantina Do Spade to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Venice, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,120 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bistrot de Venise. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bistrot de Venise has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,931 customers.

Impronta is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,541 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 4 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Venice 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.

Rialto Bridge is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Venice. This stone bridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,666 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Venice at La Palanca before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,258 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Irish Pub Santa Lucia for your last chance at a meal in the city of Venice. The Irish Pub Santa Lucia restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,226 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Trattoria Dona Onesta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

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