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Discover Car Hire in Florence

Florence is a compelling city that is nestled between the Adriatic and Tyrrhenian seas, close to the middle of the Italian peninsula. DriveAway has all of your Florence car hire needs covered. You can visit attractions that are filled with history and beauty all in the comfort of your own hire vehicle. Experience the ultimate self-drive journey in Florence when you hire a car with DriveAway and be in control while you drive to other cities like Siena, Pisa and many other exquisite cities in the Tuscany region.

Botticelli, Michael Angelo and Leonardo Da Vinci are world renowned for their talent, their sculptures and artworks can be found throughout the city’s parks, museums and galleries. A short drive away in your rental car and you will find yourself in other enchanting destinations such as Rome, Venice and Pisa.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Car in Florence

 

When is the best time to visit Florence?

The best time to visit Florence (although the most busiest and during peak season) is during April-June and September and October. This is where you will get the most reliable weather.

How far is Florence Airport to the city?

The Florence Airport is about a 12km journey from the city which will take you about 25 minutes to drive to.

What are the top attractions in Florence?

Some of the top sights in Florence include Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, The Uffizi, Galleria dell’Accademia, Piazzale Michelangelo and so much more.

What car hire suppliers are there in Florence?

DriveAway works with several reputable car hire suppliers in Florence including Europcar, Hertz, Avis, Alamo, Enterprise and more.

What currency do they use in Italy?

The currency in Florence and throughout Italy is the Euro (EUR).

What is the main airport in Florence?

The main airport in Florence is the Amerigo Vespucci Airport.

How do I book a car hire in Florence?

Booking a car hire in Florence and throughout Italy is easy with DriveAway. Simply enter your desired travel dates in the booking engine above and you will get to see our car hire suppliers' live rates. It is that simple!

How far is Florence to Rome?

It is about a 3 hour and 15 minute drive from Florence to Rome (275km), depending on traffic.

Experience Florence

Florence has an atmosphere of its own filled with romance, history, art and picturesque surroundings. Begin your self-drive holiday with a spectacular view of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore which is also know as The Duomo or the Florence Cathedral. It is a marvellous attraction with its renaissance dome architecture where care and precision was taken into account for the smallest detail. Drive to Ponte Vecchio, and cast your eyes upon the medieval stone bridge where you will find unique shops and street stalls.

Make your way and travel to the famous Boboli Gardens and spend the day viewing the pristine gardens and find some of the most incredible art sculptures that date back to the 16th century. Venture off in your car hire to see the breathtaking Fountain of Neptune. This fountain is a masterpiece that was created by the talented sculptor named Bartolomeo Ammannati completed in the year 1565. A short drive further south of Florence, right beside the picturesque Arno River, you will find one of the most famous fine art museums in the world. The Uffizi Gallery is home to hundreds of world famous artworks which includes priceless paintings and sculptures from the Renaissance period. The museum is highly popular, so booking is a must to ensure you can get in! Tour the region with your hire car and enjoy the scenery scattered with traditional towns and villages!

Use our easy to use online booking engine or contact us today to book your next Florence car hire!

Cities (To and From) Distance (Approx.km) Travel Time (Approx. hr)
Florence to Siena 76 1.25
Florence to Rome 277 3.25
Florence to Bologna 104 1.5
Florence to Genoa 230 2.5
Florence to Milan 302 3.5