This bustling town in the Veneto region of North Italy is most famous for two things;- the wooden bridge its townfolk are so proud of, and of course, its grappa. Lying in the foothills of the Venetian PreAlps, Bassano in winter time offers views of snow-capped mountains and a Christmas market full of festive fun. Car hire in Bassano del Grappa puts many towns in the Veneto in driving distance, with Padova and Vicenza under an hour's drive away. Hiring a car in Bassano del Grappa will help you make the most of the stunning and diverse Veneto region.
Hiring a car in Bassano del Grappa may not be wise if you intend to spend your time sampling the spirits! Why not visit Poli Grappa Museum, to learn about true Italian distillation, from the experts. Rent a car in Bassano del Grappa to drive along the Brenta, the river which runs through the town, taking time to stop and look at the Venetian villas that populate its banks, dating from between 16th- 18th centuries. These villas were the country homes of the rich Venetian elite. Though most aren't open to the public, visit the 144 roomed Villa Pisani, now a museum, an hour's drive from Bassano del Grappa.