7-Day Italy Road Trip from Venice traveling south to Florence, San Vincenzo, and Milan

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 7-day vacation in Italy!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 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 Florence. You’ll stay in Florence for 2 nights. 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 Piazza San Marco. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating St Mark's Basilica. This cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,439 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Doge's Palace to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Doge's Palace is a palace that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,775 visitors. Every year, around 318,104 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Bridge of Sighs is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 18,223 visitors have left this footbridge average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Florence. Florence 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 Paoli. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 6,031 reviews.

The remarkable Osteria Vecchio Cancello is another top restaurant in Florence we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,589 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ristorante Oliviero 1962 is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Florence, the fantastic Manifattura. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Caffe Concerto Paszkowski. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,000 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Ristorante Buca Mario. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,879 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

On day 3 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Florence. You’ll stay in Florence 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 Wyndham Garden Florence, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Florence. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,339 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Florence is the 5-star Ville sull'Arno. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,339 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Florence is the 3-star Delle Nazioni. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,823 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 Florence, like the outstanding Ponte Vecchio. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,099 visitors.

Uffizi Gallery is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Florence. This incredible attraction is a national museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,794 visitors. Up to 2,011,219 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Florence is the extraordinary piazza della Signoria. This square is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 66,956 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Piazza della Repubblica. Around 22,356 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is a popular church, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 76,359 travelers.

Come to Florence 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 Florence.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Florence.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Il Vezzo, after your day of exploring the city of Florence. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

Le Vespe Cafè is another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Florence is Ristorante Le Volte Firenze. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.

Locals recommend Villa Cora, one of the best bars in the city of Florence, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Florence, Osteria Tripperia Il Magazzino. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 951 customers.

Archea Brewery is also one of the best bars in the city of Florence. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 customers.

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

Day 4 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 Florence and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of San Vincenzo. You will stay in San Vincenzo for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Florence is the amazing Basilica di Santa Maria Novella, Firenze (FI). This attraction is an archive that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 23,075 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Central Market. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 43,100 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Florence is the outstanding Galleria dell'Accademia. This popular national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 34,429 visitors.

The spectacular piazzale Michelangelo is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 77,744 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic The Boboli Gardens. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 25,341 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Osteria I Santi, one of the best restaurants in the city of San Vincenzo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,094 customers.

Locals also recommend Filter Coffee Lab as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Vincenzo. Filter Coffee Lab is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,414 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of San Vincenzo is Osteria Marina Il Peschereccio. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,687 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Mocambo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of San Vincenzo. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 359 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Skyline American Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

Alternatively, La Vecchia Cascina is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of San Vincenzo. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of San Vincenzo and the city of Genoa. You’ll stay in Milan for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of San Vincenzo today is Leaning Tower of Pisa. This excellent attraction is a bell tower that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 116,882 visitors. Each year, Leaning Tower of Pisa attracts over 3,200,000 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Piazza del Duomo, Pisa, an outstanding square, in the city of San Vincenzo. Around 104,550 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of San Vincenzo is Pisa Cathedral. This amazing attraction is a cathedral and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,361 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Italy, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Italy. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Spiaggia Pubblica di Priaruggia for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Genoa. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,161 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan, L'immagine Bistrot Ristorante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,020 customers.

Locals recommend Contraste as one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. Contraste is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 823 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan is Ribot Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,991 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Milan, Mag Cafe. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,270 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Nottingham Forest. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,686 customers.

The Friends Pub Milano is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Italy with a toast!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Italy, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Milan. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Venice. You’ll stay in Venice for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Milan’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Milan, start your day with a visit to the amazing Duomo di Milano Museum. This much-appreciated art museum and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138,554 visitors. Each year, around 341,609 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. This commercial gallery and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 91,394 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular La Scala to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular La Scala is an opera house that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,219 visitors.

The lovely Sforzesco Castle Art Library is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 68,714 visitors have left this library average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Parco Sempione. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 72,914 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Milan has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Venice. Venice 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 Trattoria Al Gazzettino. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,378 reviews.

The remarkable Farini is another top restaurant in Venice we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,615 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Nevodi is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Venice, the fantastic Cantina Do Spade. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,120 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bistrot de Venise. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,931 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Impronta. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Day 7 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!