9-Day Italy Road Trip from Verona to Milan, Bologna, and Venice and surrounding area

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

Verona has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Verona Arena. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 123,818 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 Verona, Osteria il Ciottolo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,253 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Verona is Greppia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,125 customers.

Locals recommend Ristorante Nastro Azzurro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,922 customers.

Verona also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Verona is Archivio. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Verona is Antica Bottega del Vino. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,699 customers.

Locals also enjoy Re Teodorico. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,370 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 Verona. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Milan. You’ll stay in Milan for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Verona’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Verona, start your day with a visit to the amazing Castelvecchio Bridge. This much-appreciated arch bridge and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,156 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Castelvecchio Museum. This art museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,854 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Castelvecchio Museum welcomes 35,031 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular piazza delle Erbe to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular piazza delle Erbe is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,777 visitors.

The lovely Verona Cathedral is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,866 visitors have left this cathedral 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 Ponte Pietra. This attraction is a deck arch bridge rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 12,284 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Verona has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Milan. Milan 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 L'immagine Bistrot Ristorante. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,020 reviews.

The remarkable Contraste is another top restaurant in Milan we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 823 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ribot Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,991 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Milan, the fantastic Mag Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,270 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Nottingham Forest. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,686 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Friends Pub Milano. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,689 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 Milan. You’ll stay in Milan for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the NYX Milan Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Milan. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 8,609 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Milan is the 5-star NH Collection Milano President. The hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,101 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Milan is the 3-star Canova. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 10,179 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 Milan, like the outstanding Piazza Gae Aulenti. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,398 visitors.

Pinacoteca di Brera is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Milan. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,077 visitors. Up to 417 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Milan is the extraordinary Sforzesco Castle Art Library. This library is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 68,714 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Parco Sempione. Around 72,914 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Arch of Peace. Arch of Peace is a popular monument, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,502 travelers.

Come to Milan 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 Milan.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Galleria Restaurant, after your day of exploring the city of Milan. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,024 customers.

Palazzo Parigi Hotel & Grand Spa Milano is another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,550 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Milan is Vento di Sardegna. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

Locals recommend Kilburn Cocktail Bar Milano, one of the best bars in the city of Milan, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 954 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Milan, Rufus Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 643 customers.

Ostello Bello Grande is also one of the best bars in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,635 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Milan has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Milan 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 Milan. 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 Milan, like the extraordinary Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,883 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Milan, which gets around 532,084 annual visits, is the spectacular Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia "Leonardo da Vinci". This attraction is a technology museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 22,235 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Santa Maria delle Grazie Church. This convent has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,490 visitors.

MUDEC - Museum of Cultures is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This ethnographic museum is a popular destination among visitors in Milan. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,355 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 626,650 visitors.

Your discovery of Milan does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Milan 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 Primè, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Milan. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,184 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Milan is the popular da Vic. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 557 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Milan is Nero 9. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Bar Frida is one of the best bars in the city of Milan for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,527 customers.

BhangraBar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Milan. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,036 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Milan is Camparino in Galleria. Camparino in Galleria has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,473 customers.

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

Day 5 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 Milan and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bologna. You will stay in Bologna for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Milan is the amazing Cathedral Square. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,539 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible opera house, La Scala. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,219 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Milan is the outstanding Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. This popular commercial gallery and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,394 visitors.

The spectacular Duomo di Milano Museum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating art museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 138,554 visitors. In addition, approximately 341,609 travelers visit this popular site annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Royal Palace of Milan. This attraction is a popular art museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 17,538 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Sfoglia Rina, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,531 customers.

Locals also recommend Trattoria da Me as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna. Trattoria da Me is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,763 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bologna is Donatello. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,700 customers.

After dinner, visit Celtic Druid Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bologna. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,968 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Va Mo Là. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,876 customers.

Alternatively, Ca' Pelletti - Altabella is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bologna. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,464 customers.

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

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 Bologna. 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 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bologna’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bologna, start your day with a visit to the amazing Bologna Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,852 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Fountain of Neptune, Bologna. This fountain and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,952 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Piazza Maggiore to make the most of your road trip across Italy. The spectacular Piazza Maggiore is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 64,523 visitors.

The lovely Two Towers is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 25,975 visitors have left this tower 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 Piazza Santo Stefano. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 7,617 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bologna 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 Ristorante La Piazza. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 9,892 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,851 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Rio Novo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,401 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Venice, the fantastic Adagio. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Il Mercante. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Trattoria Bar Pontini. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,176 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Italy!

On day 7 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 Carnival Palace, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Venice. This hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,708 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Venice is the 5-star Grande Albergo Ausonia & Hungaria. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 883 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Venice is the 3-star Antigo Trovatore. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,938 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 Giardini della Biennale. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,729 visitors.

Bridge of Sighs is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Venice. This incredible attraction is a footbridge and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,223 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Venice is the extraordinary Doge's Palace. This palace gets more than 318,104 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 24,775 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible St Mark's Basilica. Around 18,439 visitors have given this cathedral an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Piazza San Marco. Piazza San Marco is a popular square, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152,982 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 Trattoria Al Gazzettino, after your day of exploring the city of Venice. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,378 customers.

Farini is another of the best restaurants in the city of Venice. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,615 customers.

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

Locals recommend Cantina Do Spade, 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,120 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Venice, Bistrot de Venise. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,931 customers.

Impronta is also one of the best bars in the city of Venice. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

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

Day 8 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 Verona. You will stay in Verona 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 Rialto Bridge. This attraction is a stone bridge that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,666 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,745 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Venice is the outstanding Teatro La Fenice. This popular opera house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,677 visitors.

The spectacular Peggy Guggenheim Collection is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating art museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,128 visitors. In addition, approximately 92,922 travelers visit this popular site annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Santa Maria della Salute. This attraction is a popular votive church that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,681 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 Verona, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Griglia, one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,901 customers.

Locals also recommend Il Punto Rosa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Verona. Il Punto Rosa is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,487 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Verona is Ristorante Maffei. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,133 customers.

After dinner, visit Osteria da Ugo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,724 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Signorvino. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,737 customers.

Alternatively, Caffè Al Teatro is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Verona. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,526 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Verona 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.

Porta Borsari is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Verona. This city gate and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,387 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Verona at Locanda 4 Cuochi before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,113 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Torcolo for your last chance at a meal in the city of Verona. The Torcolo restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,193 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try La Vecia Mescola. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

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