Italy : best road trips : escapes on the open road

Discover the freedom of the open road

Traverse Italy with Lonely Planet's collection of 40 amazing drives.

From Como to Catania and beyond, discover small towns and local life.

Pick a road trip that works for you, from 1-day escapes to multiweek adventures.

Take in diverse landscapes with Mediterranean vistas, clifftop villages and soaring mountains.

Refuel and refresh with wine in a Tuscan vineyard or cheese and truffles in Piedmont.