7-Day Italy Road Trip from Rome traveling west to Arezzo, Florence, and Siena

Colosseum, Rome, Italy.
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7 days & 6 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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6 nights included
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7 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 3 nights in Rome, 1 night in Arezzo, 1 night in Florence, and 1 night in Siena, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Italy. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Rome, Arezzo, Pisa, Florence, and Siena. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Italy you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Rome, 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 Piazza Navona 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 Trevi Fountain and Ponte Vecchio, 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 St. Peter's Basilica and learn more about the unique Leaning Tower of Pisa to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Rome, Arezzo, Pisa, Florence, and Siena, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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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Hotel, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
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Destinations

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 / 1 night
Siena - city in ItalySiena / 1 night
Pisa - city in ItalyPisa
Lucca - city in ItalyLucca
Arezzo - city in ItalyArezzo / 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
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican CitySt Peter's Basilica
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 mangia tower or torre del mangia towering above of the palazzo pubblico on piazza del campo in medieval city of Siena at beautiful sunrise, tuscany, Italy.Piazza del Campo
photo of uffizi gallery in piazzale degli uffizi at night in florence Italy.Uffizi Gallery
photo of altare della patria, national monument to victor emmanuel II the first king of a unified Italy, located in Rome.Altare della Patria
Saint Peter's Square, R-36989Saint Peter's Square
photo of Piazza dell'Anfiteatro .Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
photo of Beautiful view of facade and campanile of Siena Cathedral, Duomo di Siena at sunrise, Siena, Tuscany, Italy .Siena Cathedral
photo of view of Piazza Napoleone in Lucca, Tuscany, Italy.Piazza Napoleone
View of Siena from Fortezza Medicea.Fortezza Medicea (Siena)
phopto of Church of Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri in Knights Square (Piazza dei Cavalieri), Pisa, Tuscany, ItalyKnights' Square
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Siena. Origini della pittura senese e Guido da Siena - Italy.Pinacoteca Nazionale di Siena

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Day 1

Day 1 – Rome - arrival day

  • Rome - Arrival day
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  • Piazza navona
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Your road trip adventure in Italy begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Rome. You’ll stay in Rome for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Rome has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Piazza Navona. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158,771 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 Rome, 433. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,341 customers.

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

Rome also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rome is D’Angelo Caffè & Gastronomia - Bar Bistro Caffetteria Napoletana a Roma. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,054 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rome is Cantina e Cucina. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,907 customers.

Locals also enjoy Ai Tre Scalini. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Italy!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Rome

  • Rome
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Drive 12 km, 1 hour 1 min

  • Villa Borghese
  • Piazza del Popolo
  • Castel Sant'Angelo
  • Roman Forum
  • Colosseum
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Rome has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Rome by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Rome. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Rome, like the extraordinary Villa Borghese. This attraction is an urban zone of rome and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 69,749 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Rome is the spectacular piazza del Popolo. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,807 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Castel Sant'Angelo. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 72,431 visitors. Up to 918,591 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Roman Forum is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Rome. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,450 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Colosseum. Colosseum is a roman amphitheatre and popular attraction in Rome. More than 328,821 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 7,400,000 people who do so each year.

Your discovery of Rome does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Rome on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Italy, be sure to eat at Ristorante Amedeo, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Rome is the popular La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Rome is Maccheroni. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,633 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, VinAllegro is one of the best bars in the city of Rome for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

Ristorante Tema is another of the most popular bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Rome is Bar Tornatora Rome. Bar Tornatora Rome has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Rome!

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Day 3

Day 3 – Rome, Vatican City, and Arezzo

  • Rome
  • Arezzo
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Drive 226 km, 3 hours 18 min

  • Pantheon
  • Trevi Fountain
  • Piazza di Spagna
  • Saint Peter's Square
  • St Peter's Basilica
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Rome is the amazing Pantheon. This attraction is a roman temple and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 189,682 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 30,000,000 people visit Pantheon every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Trevi Fountain. This sculpture and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 343,494 visitors.

Piazza di Spagna is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Rome. This well-known attraction, a spectacular square, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 113,658 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Rome is another excellent way to spend your new day in Italy. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Italy’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Italy’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Italy’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Saint Peter's Square for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 38,954 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding St. Peter's Basilica. This top sight is a spectacular major basilica that has over 11,000,000 yearly visitors. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131,043 visitors, this major basilica deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Arezzo.

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!

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Day 4

Day 4 – Pisa, Tuscany, and Florence

  • Pisa
  • Lucca
  • Florence
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Drive 273 km, 4 hours 6 min

  • Knights' Square
  • Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Piazza Napoleone
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Arezzo and embark on a scenic drive to Florence, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Arezzo and Pisa 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 Arezzo. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful piazza Grande. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 14,465 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Arezzo Cathedral. This attraction, a beloved cathedral, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,450 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Arezzo is the stunning San Francesco, Arezzo. This minor basilica and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,377 visitors. Approximately 20,939 travelers come to Arezzo every year to see this fascinating attraction.

Wave goodbye to Pisa and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Pisa has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Knights' Square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,051 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Piazza del Duomo, Pisa. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 104,550 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Leaning Tower of Pisa. This bell tower and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 116,882 visitors. Approximately 3,200,000 people visit this attraction every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Pisa, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Florence. When you arrive in Florence 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 Ristorante Paoli. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 6,031 customers.

Locals also recommend Ristorante Oliviero 1962, another of the best restaurants in Florence. Ristorante Oliviero 1962 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Il Vezzo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Manifattura to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Florence, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ditta Artigianale. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Ditta Artigianale has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Archea Brewery is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 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

Day 5 – Florence and Siena

  • Florence
  • Siena
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Drive 71 km, 1 hour 46 min

  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Piazzale Michelangelo
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 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 Siena. You’ll stay in Siena 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 Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 76,359 visitors.

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 Uffizi Gallery is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 61,794 visitors have left this national museum average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 2,011,219 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 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 Siena. Siena 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 Osteria degli Svitati. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 911 reviews.

The remarkable Osteria Il Carroccio is another top restaurant in Siena we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 895 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Antica Trattoria Papei is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,761 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Siena, the fantastic La Taverna di San Giuseppe. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,767 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ristorante Gallo Nero. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 829 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is San Paolo Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 704 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

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Day 6

Day 6 – Siena and Rome

  • Siena
  • Rome
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Drive 245 km, 3 hours 20 min

  • Piazza del Campo
  • Pinacoteca Nazionale di Siena
  • Siena Cathedral
  • Fortezza Medicea (Siena)
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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 Siena and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Rome. You will stay in Rome for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Siena is the amazing piazza del Campo. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 64,175 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible domus, Siena Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,656 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Siena is the outstanding Fortezza Medicea (Siena). This popular fortress and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,835 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Siena 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 Coso Ristorante, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,275 customers.

Locals also recommend Pierluigi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rome. Pierluigi is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rome is Ristorante Ad Hoc. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

After dinner, visit La Botticella of Poggi Giovanni, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tigelleria Romana - Bistrot & Cafè. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

Alternatively, La Licata is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rome. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,067 customers.

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

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Day 7

Day 7 – Rome - departure day

  • Rome - Departure day
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  • Altare della Patria
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Day 7 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Rome 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.

Altare della Patria is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Rome. This architectural structure and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 49,843 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Rome at Antica Pesa before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Hostaria Isidoro for your last chance at a meal in the city of Rome. The Hostaria Isidoro restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

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

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