🇮🇹 Day trips from Venice, Italy: starter pack

🇮🇹 Day trips from Venice, Italy: starter pack

Looking for some day trip ideas this summer around Aviano Air Base in northern Italy? This list has everything you need for no-fail day trips!
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This guide is just a taste of all my favorite places to explore near Aviano! If you're looking for more inspiration, grab my Aviano AB day trip master list: it has 50+ ideas for great day trips! 

These are organized by mode of transportation. Many of the train ones are also easy by car!

See something you like? I offer guides to many of these spots! Search my guides for the city/area name, and if you don’t see it, reach out on Instagram or email!

Easy by train:

Padua / Padova
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Beautiful town just outside Venice. Large town, but still very walkable. It’s a university town, so there’s plenty of bars and restaurants!
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Verona
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Beautiful historic city, sometimes called a little Rome because of its large amphitheater. Partially in ruins but hosts performances every summer!
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Udine
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One of the provincial capitals of Friuli Venezia Giulia, it’s a city with great local food and a castle on top of the hill.
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Treviso
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Walled city with canals surrounding it. It was important to the Venetian Republic and is perfect to explore on foot for an afternoon!
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Easy by car:

Aquileia
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Historic capital for this part of Italy. It was a key trade city during the late Roman Empire. It’s also famous for a church with a massive, intricate mosaic tile floor.
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Cortina d'Ampezzo
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Great jumping off point for the Dolomites! Very much a resort town, it attracts the who’s who for skiing. They hosted the Winter Olympics in 1956! It’s still a good spot for winter sports or summer hiking, and a good base for exploring this part of the Dolomites.
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Lake Garda
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In general, it’s possible to drive around the whole thing in a day! Better to go slow and enjoy it through.
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Bologna
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As the capital of Emilia Romagna (aka Italian food heaven), Bologna is a fantastic place to visit!! From amazing food to beautiful architecture, it’s a great weekend getaway. Search my profile for my Bologna guide!
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Bassano del Grappa
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Beautiful Veneto town at the base of Monte Grappa! It’s heyday was during the Venetian Republic era, and you see that in the architecture. Is famous for ceramics and it’s iconic red covered bridge.
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Valdobbiadene
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Valdobbiadene is a great little town, but the real charm is exploring the Prosecco hills surrounding!
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Further, but possible for a day trip:

Lago di Braies / Pragser Wildsee
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Stunning lake in the middle of the Dolomites! It may be recognizable because it’s one of the most photographed spots in the area. Highly recommend a trip out here, especially for hiking!
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Modena
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Small city in the heart of Emilia Romagna. It’s a great base for exploring the making of parmigiano reggiano, prosciutto di Parma, and balsamic vinegar.
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Florence
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A classic Italian destination for a reason. Give yourself a few days here to explore!
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Ljubljana
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Beautiful little capital! Very walkable and quaint. Has a castle (worth a visit) and mostlly pedestrian old town, as well as several pretty churches.
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One of the biggest questions I get is for hotels! Here’s a free guide with some of the best ones I’ve found:

Want more travel tips? This is just a taste of what I can offer you! Check my bio for all my Italy guides. You can also reach out so I can make you a custom trip list or a daily itinerary! Grab all the details in my bio.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Amateur Italian, travel advisor, and adventurous eater! I’m a travel creative living in small town northern Italy, and I've been planning travel for over 15 years. I've lived on three continents and visited over 40 countries, so I'm passionate about helping travelers experience the best of a location, no matter where! I love both/and travel: I want to see the big sights AND the local hangouts, the big cities AND the small towns. I’d love to help you do it too! If you’re going to Rome for the first time, you don’t need me to tell you to see the Colosseum. But you might want me to tell you if it’s better as a guided tour or on your own, what add-on’s are worth the money, and what are the extra secret things your ticket can get you! My favorite part of travel is eating well: finding the local haunts, tasting a new wine, and trying the local dishes. Amazing food doesn't have to be expensive: sometimes the best of a place is in the street food! But if it is a splurge, I'll make sure it's worth every penny. I'd love to work with you to create the trip of your dreams!
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