10 days in Italy Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 13th (Thu): get great views at Basilica San Miniato al Monte, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Campanile di Giotto, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and finally get engrossed in the history at Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore. On the next day, steep yourself in history at Loggia dei Lanzi, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of Santa Croce, explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, then take in the views from Ponte Vecchio, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John.

For maps, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Florence trip planner.

London, UK to Florence is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Florence. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from London in April, with highs in Florence at 22°C and lows at 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Assisi.

On the 15th (Sat), examine the collection at Museo della Porziuncola, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di Santa Chiara, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at San Damiano.

To find reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Assisi trip builder site.

You can drive from Florence to Assisi in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a train. Traveling from Florence in April, plan for slightly colder nights in Assisi, with lows around 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Rome.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano and Villa Borghese. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Colosseum and Cupola di San Pietro. There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain, make a trip to St. Peter's Square, and visit Trastevere.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Rome trip planner.

Traveling by car from Assisi to Rome takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Rome can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Venice.

Visit Piazza San Marco and Scrovegni Chapel for their historical value. Doge's Palace and Basilica of St. Anthony are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step out of Venice to go to Padua and see Chiesa degli Eremitani - World Heritage Site, which is approximately 54 minutes away. There's still lots to do: take a stroll through Cannaregio, explore the world behind art at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, take in panoramic vistas at St Mark's Campanile, and contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande.

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Traveling by flight from Rome to Venice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. April in Venice sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can go by car to Verona.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): examine the collection at Casa di Giulietta, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Anastasia, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore, contemplate the long history of Museo di Castelvecchio, then take a stroll through Piazza delle Erbe, and finally contemplate the long history of Arena di Verona.

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Drive from Venice to Verona in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a train. In April, daytime highs in Verona are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can fly back home.