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SIXT Car Hire in Florence
SIXT car hire in Florence gives you the independence to explore the city and surrounds in your own time. Branches are in convenient locations, including Florence Airport (FLR) and Florence Central Train Station. We offer flexible booking options, including pay at pick up. You can customise your car hire with bookable extras, like child seats and GPS units. Enjoy this centre of Renaissance art and culture in a premium car that's only 3 months old on average.
Driving Tips for Florence
Car rental in Florence allows you to explore the historic precincts mixed with modern urban development. Pay careful attention to how you drive in these different areas.
- No driving in the historical centre: The old centre of Florence is designated as a ZTL (zona a traffico limitato, or limited traffic zone). Only pedestrians and authorised vehicles may enter. Park at the edge of the ZTL and explore on foot from there.
- Narrow streets: In the other historical areas of Florence, you'll find lots of narrow streets with tight corners. Drive cautiously and choose the most compact vehicle when you rent a car in Florence.
- Parking differences: Florence reserves a certain amount of parking for residents only. Visitors aren't allowed to park in these bays. White-lined spaces are for residents, and blue-marked bays are for visitors.
- Right-side driving: In Florence, you'll driving on the right. To make it easier to adjust, choose an automatic car so you don't need to worry about gear-shifting with the "wrong" hand.
Best places to visit in and around Florence
With car hire in Florence, you can explore the wonders of the city and the beautiful Tuscany region.
- Iconic landmarks: A Florence trip wouldn't be complete without visiting the famous Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore) and Palazzo Vecchio. Climb to the clock tower for panoramic views over the city.
- Michelangelo's David: See one of the most famous sculptures of all time in the Accademia Gallery, along with original prints from Middle Ages artists and Russian religious iconography. There is a parking facility just about 100 metres away.
- Romanesque buildings: Take advantage of having your own car and drive about 40 minutes to the historic town of Pistoia. Here you can marvel at marble-clad Romanesque buildings, like the striped 13th-century Chiesa di San Giovanni Fuorcivitas. San Gimignano is another of the most charming towns in Italy.
This barely scratches the surface of the many interesting things to do and see when you hire your own car in Florence.
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Good to know when renting in Florence
A different drop-off location is usually possible, especially inside Italy, select a different drop-off branch to check. This must be organized beforehand.
In Florence we offer extra protection packages, added miles, as well as sat navs and the option to add extra drivers to the booking.
Cancellation is free in Florence - select ‘pay later’ while booking the vehicle and have some peace of mind before the Italian adventure.
