Camper Van & RV Rental in Italy

There are plenty of campground options throughout Italy, with many of them selling their own produce or hosting activities during the day. Camp on eco-farms in the countryside, sleep right by the beach on the coast, or park up for the night at a convenient campground right on the edge of a city before a sunrise exploration.

• Beach Campgrounds – Often have deck chairs and umbrellas available for your use. Some have private access to the whole beach, and others have fresh fish markets each day.
• Nature Camping – That’s the best way to sum up many of Italy’s small and independent campsites. Often family-run, they make the most of the farms, forests, or hills where they’re situated, meaning you’ll be parked up with amazing views, surrounded by meadows, or snuggled into a nook in the forest. Camp on a BIO farm and you’ll often be able to purchase produce grown right there, or stay a night at a vineyard campsite and sample their wines. Plan your overnight stays and book privately owned campsites with the roadsurfer spots app, before your trip or spontaneously on the go!
• Vacation Parks or Villages – The complete opposite of calm and peaceful farm campsites, but these serve a purpose. Many of them come with extensive swimming pools, waterparks, activities, restaurants, and even wellness centers, so they’re great for families on a camping trip who just want a bit of fun and luxury for a few ways (or a whole week, why not?!). The kids will love the wide range of things to do, parents can relax knowing they don’t have to be the sole source of entertainment, and you can get a family meal without the immediate clean up that’s necessary in a camper van.
• City Campgrounds – These aren’t the idyllic pasture land that you might be envisioning when you think of camping in Italy, but there’s no denying that they’re extremely convenient when you want to make the most of your time. They can be found both on the outskirts of cities and closer to the center, and allow you to leave your camper van while you use public transit to get around for the day.

There are a wide variety of interesting activities happening year-round in Italy, but here’s some just to share a few for your road trip in Italy:

• Fair of Sant’Orso (January, Aosta Valley) – If you’re looking for somewhere to find traditional Italian craftsmanship, this is it. The Sant’Orso fair showcases everything from wood sculpting to leather working, and weaving from lace to wicker.
• Battle of the Oranges (February, Ivrea) – To commemorate a 12th-century battle, participants in the Battle of the Oranges divide into nine teams and spend three days throwing oranges at each other.
• Carnevale (February, Venice) – Although Carnevale is celebrated all over Italy, the city that people flock to is Venice, for its sumptuous costumes and celebrations. Carnevale marks the beginning of Lent and is celebrated throughout the country with parades, balls, street performances, concerts, and boat processions.
• Infiorate di Spello (June, Spello) – In this small Umbrian town, intricate patterns of flowers are arranged throughout the streets in a carpet covering around one mile. The patterns are spectacularly detailed, and are created to celebrate the religious festival of Corpus Domini.
• Feast of Saint Rosalina (July, Palermo) – See dancing, theater, and celebrations of both folklore and religion, with a procession that thousands travel to witness. Feast on traditional Sicilian delicacies heavy with fresh seafood, and stay for the fireworks that mark the end of the celebration.
• Umbria Jazz Festival (July, Perugia) – Ten days of Italian and international music, most of it free, in a beautiful Italian town. Need we say more?
• Fiera Internazionale del Tartufo Bianco d’Alba (October, Alba) – For those of you with less-than-perfect Italian, this is a white truffle fair and an absolute highlight for foodies. The fair and accompanying market can be found in Alba on weekends in October and November, and includes a white truffle walk.

It can be a little overwhelming choosing where to go in Italy with your camper van or Class C RV rental. There’s not one region in the whole country that doesn’t have something special to offer! Read on for a breakdown of what you can find in some of the best spots for your road trip.

Tuscany – Soak up the art and architecture of Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to the majestic Duomo, before heading to Pisa to see the famous leaning tower. Don’t miss the stripped cathedral in Sienna! Tuscany has incredible countryside, making it the perfect place for hiking as well as finding fresh and seasonal produce or wine.

Lombardy – Situated in the north of Italy, Lombardy is home to many of Italy’s lakes including Como, Garda, and Maggiore. Head here to explore the quiet lakeside towns and relax in nature. You’ll also find the Italian Alps for outdoor adventures whatever the season, as well as buzzing cities like Milan, Italy’s wealthiest city and home to Milan Fashion Week, da Vinci’s Last Supper, and an incredible food scene.

Lazio – Home to Italy’s capital, many people head to Lazio to explore Rome’s ancient ruins. Must-sees also include Tivoli, dating back to 1215 BC, and where you’ll find the nature park of Villa Gregoriana, hiking in Monte Catillo, and stunning historic villas, as well as the ancient city of Viterbo. To escape to nature, head to the Apennine Mountains.

Campania – This region in the southwest of Italy is famous for its dramatic and colorful Amalfi Coast, traditional Neapolitan pizza in Naples, and ancient Pompeii with towering Mount Vesuvius in the background.

Umbria – One of the best activities in Umbria is truffle hunting, which can be done all over the region. Once you’ve gorged on truffle-covered food, visit the Marmore Waterfalls (the tallest man-made waterfalls in the world!) and go white-water rafting on the nearby Nera River. Visit Arezzo and Medieval Orvieto, and check out quaint towns and villages like Spello, Todi, and Citerna.

Liguria – The Italian Riviera is world-famous, but it’s not just for the rich and famous! This stunning coastal region is full of colorful buildings and cobbled streets in the likes of Cinque Terre, and bursting with history in medieval Apricale and the incredible pedestrianized village of Bussana Vecchia. Slow down in Varigotti and relax on the beaches in the colorful town set between the sea and the hills, or pull on your hiking boots and hike along the many trails in the region.