The Locauto office in Florence is located in Via Maso Finiguerra, 400 meters from Santa Maria Novella railway station. Our staff are ready to welcome you and to give you the best service.
The parking is located at Parking Garage Excelsior in Via Palazzuolo, just 150 meters from the counter.
To drop-off your vehicle in Florence Downtown rental office you will have to reach our “Car Return” point at Parking Garage Excelsior, located in Via Palazzuolo 94.
(The return service outside office opening hours costs €20, which the customer must pay directly to the garage staff)
To reach the parking you will have to go through a ZTL pass (Limited Traffic Zone) situated at the beginning of Via Di Santa Lucia: no problem, no fee will be charged to you! Locauto Rent will pay the entrance fee into ZTL, only if these conditions are respected:
- The access into the ZTL area must be done only for the drop off of the vehicle to our “Car Return” point at Parking Garage Excelsior (others entrances for personal purposes are not covered)
- The access into the pass ZTL is done only through Via di Santa Lucia
- The access into the pass ZTL results within and not later 3 hours from the drop off of the car
Excluding these cases the access into the pass ZTL is not allowed and it is fined by the municipality of Florence.
Therefore, please strictly observe these instructions to drop-off your car. We remember you that the ZTL restriction is active from Monday to Sunday from 6.00 to 23.00.
The main town in Tuscany, Florence is one of the most iconic cities in the world, known for its artistic and historical wealth. Easily accessible by car from other Tuscan cities such as Pisa or Siena, the city of the Lily is especially famous for its UNESCO World Heritage historic center. Within just a few dozen meters, you can admire extraordinary monuments like the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with Brunelleschi’s dome, one of the greatest masterpieces of Renaissance architecture. Giotto’s Bell Tower, which offers breathtaking views of the city (for those brave enough to climb its steep 400 steps), is another must-see.
Right in front of the Cathedral, you will find the Baptistery of San Giovanni with its famous “Gates of Paradise.”
For art lovers, a mandatory stop is the Uffizi Gallery, one of the most renowned museums in the world, home to works by artists such as Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo. Crossing the nearby Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge), famous for its stunning views of the Arno River and its ancient goldsmith shops, you will reach Palazzo Pitti, the former residence of the Medici family, housing today several museums and gardens, including the Boboli Gardens, a green oasis in the heart of the city.
Florence is also known for its illustrious figures, the most notable being Dante Alighieri, the supreme poet and author of the Divine Comedy. Dante’s House is now a museum dedicated to his life and works. The Accademia Gallery, on the other hand, houses Michelangelo’s famous David, another symbol of the Renaissance.
There are also plenty of opportunities to relax in the city: beyond strolling along the Arno and exploring the famous medieval squares—Piazza della Signoria, home to the Palazzo Vecchio, or Piazza Santa Croce, where you’ll find the basilica with the tombs of illustrious Italians like Galileo and Machiavelli—you should definitely take a break in one of the traditional trattorias to savor Tuscan specialties. Ribollita, pappa al pomodoro, and bistecca alla fiorentina are just a few examples of the city’s rich gastronomic offerings, complemented by an equally flourishing wine scene!
Renting a car in Florence allows you to easily explore the treasures of the Tuscan countryside. For example, just a 30-minute drive from the city, you can reach Fiesole, a beautiful hilltop town with ancient Roman ruins and breathtaking views of the Arno Valley.
If you’re a wine enthusiast, the Chianti region is your ideal destination. It is less than an hour away from Florence and one of Italy’s most famous wine regions, where you can visit local wineries and taste some of the finest Tuscan wines paired with typical products like olive oil, beans, and fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Not far from Florence, you will also find charming villages such as San Gimignano, known for its medieval towers, or Monteriggioni, a delightful fortified village. Both are perfect for a day trip from Florence, allowing you to immerse yourself in ancient history and the stunning landscapes that have made Tuscany a world-renowned region.
For a day of relaxation, Saturnia’s thermal baths are about two hours away by car. Here, you can enjoy a rejuvenating experience with natural pools and wellness treatments. Alternatively, you can visit Siena or Pisa, both reachable in about an hour by car, to explore more artistic and cultural masterpieces. Discover the available rental cars in Florence now: choose the one that suits you best by selecting it in our search engine after entering your travel dates, and book online to lock in the best deals on car rentals in central Florence!
Our car rental office in central Florence is located in the heart of Borgo Ognissanti, just a 5-minute walk from Florence Santa Maria Novella train station. The nearest airport is Florence Peretola, located 10 km from the city center, followed by Pisa Airport, which is about an hour’s drive away and served by all major low-cost and standard airlines
Locauto Rent is a 100% Italian company, active in the rent-a-car market since late 70s. Our rental locations network covers the main Italian airports, the biggest railway stations and the major cities. We provide a full range of rental services: short, medium and long term, van rental service and a truly innovative digital full self-service car rental. Our fleet is of the highest level and is among the youngest in the market in terms of average age. We are commonly known for convenient, flexible and transparent pricing solutions and we are recognized for our service, human and technologically evolved at once.
The renaissance capital attracts millions of tourists each year, which admire incredible artistic expression between architecture, art and sculpture.
At few kilometers south of Florence, the Chianti zone are authentic cradle of flavors, with their soft slopes studded with ancient and precious vineyards.
Montepulciano, Pienza, San Quirico d'Orcia and Montalcino, located in the Valle d'Orcia, are a mandatory route for true fine wine lovers and medieval village lovers.
San Gimignano, the turreted city, is probably the medieval village for excellence: today 16 towers remain respect than the 72 towers and “tower- houses” existed in the gold period of the City.
