Car rental in Verona

One-week circular route from Verona by rental car

If you're renting a car in Verona, you're in the perfect place to start an unforgettable tour of northern Italy. We suggest a 7-day circular itinerary that starts and ends in Verona, ideal for exploring lakes, historic towns and Alpine landscapes.

• Day 1: Verona. Start your route in romantic Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet. Spend the day touring its historic centre, the Arena, the Ponte Pietra and its squares. Pick up your hire car in Verona and get ready to leave the next day.
   
• Day 2: Verona, Lake Garda and Trento (130 km in your hire car from Verona) Set off early for Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake. You can stop at Sirmione to see its castle and Roman baths. Continue along the western shore to Riva del Garda and then on to Trento, capital of South Tyrol. Overnight in Trento.
   
• Day 3: Trento, Bolzano and Ortisei (110 km by road) From Trento, drive to Bolzano, a mix of Italian and Austrian cultures. Visit the museum of the "Iceman" and continue to Ortisei, in the heart of the Dolomites. Ideal for hiking or enjoying the alpine scenery.
   
• Day 4: Ortisei and Cortina d'Ampezzo (90 km). We have reached the halfway point of this route by hire car from Verona. Today is one of the most spectacular stages. Cross the Dolomites via passes such as Passo Gardena and Passo Falzarego, with photo stops not to be missed. Arrive in Cortina d'Ampezzo, an elegant alpine resort perfect for a relaxing evening.
   
• Day 5: Cortina, Belluno and Treviso (135 km). It's time to start the drive back to Verona in your hire car. Head down to Belluno, a little-touristy gem with medieval charm. Then head for Treviso, a quiet town with canals and city walls, ideal for a rest before reaching more touristy areas. You can leave your car here if you prefer to get around Venice without it.
   
• Day 6: Treviso, Padua and Vicenza (90 km). From Treviso, drive to Padua and visit the Basilica of St. Anthony or the Scrovegni Chapel. Then end the day in Vicenza, very close to Verona by rental car, the city of Palladio, with its dazzling Renaissance architecture.
   
• Day 7: Vicenza and Verona (50 km) Last stage of the route. Return to Verona after a full week of discovery. You can easily return your rental car in Verona at any of the points provided by Pepecar.

Other getaways from Verona in your rental car

Thanks to car hire in Verona, you can adapt this route to suit your style: shorten stages, lengthen your stay or add detours. Renting a car allows you to visit these destinations without rushing or schedules, enjoying the scenery, gastronomy, cities and lesser-known villages. Other good options are:

• Bergamo: less than 2 hours away, it combines medieval history with spectacular views.
   
• Venice: located about 120km from Verona in your hire car, you can park in Mestre and explore the city of canals without worrying about traffic. An essential stop if you don't know it.
   
• Ferrara: a Renaissance gem 90 minutes' drive away, ideal for those in search of art, palaces and tranquillity.
   
• Modena and its gastronomic route: about 2 hours away, you can enjoy balsamic vinegar, tortellini and Italian motors (Ferrari, Maserati).

Thanks to your cheap car hire in Verona, you can move freely throughout the Veneto region and beyond. Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or as a family, having a car opens the door to a more complete and flexible experience.