8-Day Italy Road Trip around Venice to Florence, Milan, and Udine

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 Rialto Bridge. This attraction is a stone bridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,666 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.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Venice is Ausonia Hungaria. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 791 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Hotel Lugano Torretta. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,389 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Venice is Adria. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 926 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Venice, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Venice, Trattoria Al Gazzettino. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,378 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Venice is Nevodi. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

Locals recommend Osteria Alla Staffa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Venice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 869 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 The Irish Pub Venezia. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,420 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-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 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 Teatro La Fenice. This much-appreciated opera house and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,677 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 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 St Mark's Basilica is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 18,439 visitors have left this cathedral average ratings of 4.7 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 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 Florence. Florence offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

We recommend you stay at the exclusive Hotel Ville Sull Arno, one of the best 5-star hotel options in Venice. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 650 guests.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 3-star hotel options in Florence, like Concorde. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,685 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at B&B Hotel Firenze Novoli. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 135 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Ristorante Paoli. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 6,031 reviews.

The remarkable Ristorante Oliviero 1962 is another top restaurant in Florence we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Il Vezzo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 862 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 Ditta Artigianale. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,877 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Archea Brewery. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 723 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Day 3 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 Milan. You will stay in Milan 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 della Signoria. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 66,956 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 76,359 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Venice is the outstanding piazzale Michelangelo. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 77,744 visitors.

The spectacular Piazza del Duomo is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 115,222 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 Milan, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Milan is the 4-star Starhotels Tourist Milan. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,474 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Palazzo Cornalia is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,011 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star B&B Hotel Milano San Siro. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,944 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Galleria Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,024 customers.

Locals also recommend Vento di Sardegna as one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. Vento di Sardegna is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan is Nero 9. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

After dinner, visit The Friends Pub Milano, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,689 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Camparino in Galleria. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

Alternatively, G. B. Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Italy. Today, you'll wake up in Milan and embark on a scenic drive to Udine, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Milan 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 Milan. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. This attraction is a commercial gallery that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 91,394 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Duomo di Milano Museum. This attraction, a beloved art museum, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 138,554 visitors. Duomo di Milano Museum welcomes around 341,609 yearly visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Verona Arena. This attraction is an opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 123,818 visitors. Around 195,540 people visit Verona Arena every year.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Udine is the 4-star Best Western Hotel Continental. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 682 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 4-star hotel in Udine, we recommend Astoria Hotel Italia. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,146 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Udine is the 3-star B&B Hotel Udine. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,643 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Parco Botanico Friulano "Cormor". This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,464 customers.

After dinner, visit Il Caffè dei Libri Udine to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Udine, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gran Caffè Friuli. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Gran Caffè Friuli has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 677 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!

You still have 2 nights left in Udine.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Parco Hemingway. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,950 visitors.

Villa Manin is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,722 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Italy to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Udine.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Udine, like Il Caffè dei Libri Udine. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Udine, The Alibi - Independent Craft Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Osteria Pierimortadele. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

De Room | Cocktail Bar Udine is another of the best bars in the city of Udine. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 340 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Italy!

On day 6 of your road trip across Italy, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Venice. You’ll stay in Venice 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 Best Western Hotel Continental, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Venice. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 682 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Venice is the 4-star Astoria Hotel Italia. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,146 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Venice is the 3-star B&B Hotel Udine. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,643 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 Venice, like the outstanding Piazza Giacomo Matteotti. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,598 visitors.

Museum of Modern and Contemporary House Cavazzini is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Venice. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 583 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Venice is the extraordinary Udine Castle. This castle is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 5,068 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible piazza Libertà. Around 3,307 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 Udine Cathedral. Udine Cathedral is a popular cathedral, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,051 travelers.

Come to Venice 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 Venice.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Osteria Pierimortadele, after your day of exploring the city of Venice. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

Locals recommend Cocktail Bar "Gatti e Re", one of the best bars in the city of Venice, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 192 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Venice, Dolcemente Amici Udine. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 173 customers.

Caffè Caucigh is also one of the best bars in the city of Venice. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 298 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 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 Venice. You’ll stay in Venice 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 Porta Aquileia. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 123 visitors.

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 Venice. Venice offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

We recommend you stay at the exclusive Ausonia Hungaria, one of the best 4-star hotel options in Venice. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 791 guests.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Venice, like Hotel Lugano Torretta. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,389 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Adria. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 926 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Al Covo. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 624 reviews.

The remarkable Al Gobbo di Rialto is another top restaurant in Venice we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 545 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Puppa Bar Venezia is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,713 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Venice, the fantastic Devils Forest Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,537 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Al Parlamento. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bar Al Vecio Calice. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 397 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

Day 8 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.

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 Corner Pub before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,546 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend TiME Social Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Venice. The TiME Social Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Local. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 415 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!