7-Day Italy Itinerary: Exploring Rome, Venice, Milan, and the Amalfi Coast

Day 1: Historic Rome

Rome, Italy on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Roscioli Caffè

Enjoy a traditional Italian breakfast with fresh pastries and an espresso at Roscioli Caffè, open from 7:30am to 8:00pm, located near Campo de' Fiori.
EUR10, 1h0m

9:00am

Colosseum and Roman Forum Tour

Visit the iconic Colosseum and explore the Roman Forum. Book a guided tour to skip lines and enrich your experience. Open 8:30am to 7pm.
EUR18, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Trattoria Luzzi

Savor classic Roman dishes like pasta carbonara at Trattoria Luzzi, open from 12pm to 3:30pm, near the Colosseum.
EUR20, 1h30m

2:00pm

Pantheon and Piazza Navona

Walk to the Pantheon, free to enter, and then relax at Piazza Navona to admire its baroque fountains and lively atmosphere.
Free, 1h30m

4:00pm

Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps

Stroll to Trevi Fountain, toss a coin for luck, and continue to the Spanish Steps. These iconic landmarks are open access at all hours.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at La Carbonara

Dine at La Carbonara in Campo de' Fiori, renowned for authentic Roman cuisine. Open from 7pm to 11pm.
EUR30, 2h0m
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Day 2: Vatican and Leisure

Rome, Italy on May 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Pasticceria Regoli

Sweet start at Pasticceria Regoli, famous for maritozzi pastries and coffee, open from 7am.
EUR8, 1h0m

8:30am

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Tickets should be pre-booked. Open 9am to 6pm (last entry 4pm).
EUR30, 3h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Ristorante Arlù

Enjoy modern Roman cuisine with a cozy ambiance near Vatican City. Open 12pm–3pm.
EUR25, 1h30m

2:30pm

St. Peter's Basilica & Square

Visit St. Peter's Basilica, open 7am to 7pm, including the opportunity to climb the dome for panoramic views.
Free (EUR10 for dome climb), 2h0m

5:00pm

Leisure walk on Tiber River

Relax with a scenic walk along the Tiber River, soak in the evening atmosphere before dinner.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Osteria Da Fortunata

Taste hand-made fresh pasta in this authentic Roman eatery, open 7pm to 11pm.
EUR28, 2h0m
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Day 3: Amalfi Coast Arrival

Amalfi Coast, Italy on May 27, 2025

6:30am

Train to Naples, then transfer to Amalfi Coast

Take an early train from Rome Termini to Naples (approx 1h10m), then a private transfer or Circumvesuviana train and bus to Amalfi Coast town. Total approx 3.5h travel.
EUR60, 4h0m

11:00am

Check-in and light lunch at Hotel Restaurant

Check into your Amalfi Coast hotel and enjoy a light lunch featuring local seafood specialties at the hotel's restaurant.
EUR25, 1h0m

1:00pm

Explore Amalfi town

Visit Amalfi Cathedral and the Paper Museum, open from 9am to 6pm. Enjoy the charming town center and seaside views.
EUR5, 2h0m

4:00pm

Lemon tour and limoncello tasting

Take a guided tour of lemon groves, a lovely Amalfi Coast tradition with limoncello tastings included.
EUR20, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Trattoria da Gemma

Dine at one of Amalfi’s best, sampling fresh Mediterranean cuisine by the sea. Open 7pm to 10:30pm.
EUR40, 2h0m
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Day 4: Amalfi to Milan

Travel day - Amalfi Coast to Milan, Italy on May 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel with fresh pastries, local fruit, and coffee.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Transfer to Naples

Private transfer or bus back to Naples train station, around 1.5 to 2 hours.
EUR40, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch near Naples station

Enjoy Naples famous pizza at a quick local pizzeria such as Sorbillo, open 11am to midnight.
EUR15, 1h0m

1:30pm

Train Naples to Milan

Take a high-speed train from Naples Centrale to Milan Centrale, approx 4h journey.
EUR70, 4h0m

6:00pm

Check in and dinner in Milan

After hotel check-in, dine at Luini for their famous panzerotti, open from 10am to 8:30pm.
EUR10, 1h0m
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Day 5: Milan Highlights

Milan, Italy on May 29, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Pavé

Start with breakfast pastries and coffee at Pavé, an iconic Milanese bakery open from 7am.
EUR12, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Duomo di Milano and rooftop

Tour the magnificent Milan Cathedral and ascend to the rooftop terraces for panoramic city views. Open 9am–7pm.
EUR13, 2h0m

11:30am

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Explore the elegant shopping arcade adjacent to the Duomo, ideal for window shopping and coffee.
Free, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Luini

Enjoy quick and delicious panzerotti near the Duomo, a Milan street food staple.
EUR8, 1h0m

2:00pm

Sforza Castle & Sempione Park

Visit Sforza Castle museums and stroll through nearby Sempione Park. Castle open 9am-5:30pm.
EUR10, 2h0m

5:00pm

La Scala Opera House visit

Tour the famous Teatro alla Scala museum, open till 6pm.
EUR9, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Ristorante Nabucco

Experience classic Milanese cuisine in the lively Brera district. Open till 11pm.
EUR35, 2h0m
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Day 6: Travel to Venice

Venice, Italy on May 30, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a filling breakfast at the hotel before departure.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Train Milan to Venice

Travel by high-speed train from Milan Centrale to Venice Santa Lucia station, approx 2h30m.
EUR45, 2h30m

11:00am

Check-in and quick lunch at Osteria Al Portego

Famous for Venetian cicchetti, this osteria is open 12pm to 11pm.
EUR20, 1h0m

12:30pm

Explore St. Mark's Square and Basilica

Visit Piazza San Marco and St. Mark’s Basilica, open 9:30am to 5pm, with astounding Byzantine mosaics.
Free (EUR5 for basilica museum), 2h0m

3:00pm

Doge’s Palace Tour

Tour the historic Doge’s Palace, open 9am to 7pm, to see stunning Renaissance art and architecture.
EUR25, 2h0m

5:30pm

Gondola Ride

Enjoy a classic 30-minute gondola ride through the canals for about EUR80 (shared rides cheaper).
EUR80, 0h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Trattoria Alla Madonna

Indulge in fresh seafood in a traditional Venetian spot, open 7pm to 10:30pm.
EUR40, 2h0m
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Day 7: Venice Leisure Day

Venice, Italy on May 31, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pasticceria Tonolo

Start with coffee and pastries at this popular Venetian bakery, open from 7am.
EUR10, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Murano and Burano

Take a vaporetto to Murano for glassmaking tours and then to Burano’s colorful houses. Ferries run frequently, full day trip advised.
EUR20, 6h0m

3:30pm

Relax at Fondamenta delle Zattere

Enjoy a quiet riverside walk with cafés and beautiful views of the Giudecca canal.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Farewell Dinner at Antiche Carampane

Savor Venetian seafood specialties at this beloved local restaurant in a cozy setting, open till 11pm.
EUR50, 2h0m
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