5-Day Italy road trip Starting from Pescara to Rome

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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-day road trip through Italy.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Italy. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Pescara and 2 nights in Rome, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Pescara, Scafa, and Rome. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Pescara, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Italy, including the stunning Trevi Fountain and Colosseum.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Italy. From the magnificent Pantheon to the breathtaking Piazza Navona and Roman Forum, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Piazza di Spagna and learn more about the unique piazza del Popolo to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Pescara, Scafa, and Rome, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Italy. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Italy.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Italy. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Italy.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Italy.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Italy has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Italy. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Italy extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Italy fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Italy today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of aerial view of colorful summer view of Pescara port, Italy.Pescara / 2 nights
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 / 2 nights

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Attractions

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 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 piazza del popolo (People's square) named after the church of santa maria del popolo in Rome, Italy.Piazza del Popolo
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 altare della patria, national monument to victor emmanuel II the first king of a unified Italy, located in Rome.Altare della Patria
Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto), Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyPiazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto)
PHOTO OF "Ponte del Mare" in Pescara .Ponte del Mare
Parco Lavino, Scafa, Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyParco Lavino
Valle Orfento (Orfento Gorges), Caramanico Terme, Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyValle Orfento (Orfento Gorges)
Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana, Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyNature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana
Park "Villa De Riseis", Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyPark "Villa De Riseis"
Parco Giochi Paperopoli, Pescara, Abruzzo, ItalyParco Giochi Paperopoli

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Day 1 – Pescara - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Pescara - arrival day

  • Pescara - Arrival day
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  • Parco Giochi Paperopoli
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Your road trip adventure in Italy begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Pescara. You’ll stay in Pescara for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Pescara has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parco Giochi Paperopoli. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 742 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 Pescara, Fattoria Toccaferro | Via Firenze. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,714 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara is Ristorante Carlo Ferraioli. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,241 customers.

Locals recommend Da Bacone as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pescara. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,084 customers.

Pescara also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pescara is Bar Napoli. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,003 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pescara is Temple Bar Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

Locals also enjoy New Laundry - C. & C. Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Italy!

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Day 2 – Caramanico Terme, Scafa, and Rome

Day 2

Day 2 – Caramanico Terme, Scafa, and Rome

  • Pescara
  • Rome
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Drive 255 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • Ponte del Mare
  • Park "Villa De Riseis"
  • Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana
  • Parco Lavino
  • Valle Orfento (Orfento Gorges)
  • More

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 Pescara and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Rome. You will stay in Rome for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Pescara is the amazing Ponte del Mare. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,487 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Park "Villa De Riseis". With an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,064 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Pescara is the outstanding Nature Reserve Pineta Dannunziana. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,873 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Pescara 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 Rome, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Tonnarello, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 62,881 customers.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Pancrazio dal 1922 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. Ristorante Pancrazio dal 1922 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,946 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is Ai Tre Scalini. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

After dinner, visit Cantina e Cucina, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like RoYaL Art Cafè Roma. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,972 customers.

Alternatively, Caffè Portofino is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,675 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Rome

Day 3

Day 3 – Rome

  • Rome
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Drive 9 km, 1 hour 11 min

  • Colosseum
  • Roman Forum
  • Pantheon
  • Piazza navona
  • Castel Sant'Angelo
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On day 3 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome 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 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 Colosseum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328,821 visitors and gathers around 7,400,000 every year.

Roman Forum 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 114,450 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 Piazza Navona. Around 158,771 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 Castel Sant'Angelo. Castel Sant'Angelo is a popular museum, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 72,431 travelers. Around 918,591 people visit this museum 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 433, after your day of exploring the city of Rome. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers.

La Taverna Italiana is another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,897 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is Roma Sparita. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,073 customers.

Locals recommend The Apartment Bar Roma, 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,701 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Rome, Ai Tre Scalini. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

Centro is also one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,488 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Pescara

Day 4

Day 4 – Pescara

  • Rome
  • Pescara
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Drive 212 km, 3 hours 6 min

  • Altare della Patria
  • Trevi Fountain
  • Piazza di Spagna
  • Piazza del Popolo
  • Villa Borghese
  • More

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Rome and embark on a scenic drive to Pescara, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Rome 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 Rome. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Altare della Patria. This attraction is an architectural structure that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 49,843 visitors. Over 1,683,070 people visit Altare della Patria annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Trevi Fountain. This attraction, a beloved sculpture, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 343,494 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Rome is the stunning Piazza di Spagna. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 113,658 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated square in Rome. The popular piazza del Popolo is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,807 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

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 Villa Borghese. This attraction is an urban zone of rome rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 69,749 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cala Di Ponente. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,004 customers.

Locals also recommend Taverna 58, another of the best restaurants in Pescara. Taverna 58 is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Ristorante Fattoria Galasso. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 844 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit PIADINA PARTY Snc di Fuschi&Granata to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Pescara, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 739 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ristorante Franco. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Ristorante Franco has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 867 customers.

Caffè Ideale is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 943 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!

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Day 5 – Pescara - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Pescara - departure day

  • Pescara - Departure day
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  • Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto)
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Day 5 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Pescara 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.

Piazza della Rinascita (Piazza Salotto) is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Pescara. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 10,367 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Pescara at Somari before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 546 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Taverna Antica for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pescara. The La Taverna Antica restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 698 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try A Prua Mare. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

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

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