Car rental in Florence

Florence is certainly not a city that needs any introduction: the cradle of the Italian Renaissance, the place where Dante wrote his Divine Comedy shaping the language we all use today is one of the most beloved art cities in our country, known worldwide for its immense cultural heritage. Although it is a rather small city, it holds an immense treasure consisting of world-class museums such as the Uffizi, the Bargello and the Galleria dell’Accademia. To its magical glimpses no one is able to resist: places like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Borgo Ognissanti, Piazzale Michelangelo and the Boboli Gardens gratify the sight and the heart and make one lose track of time, restoring intact the poetic, yet also truthful and witty spirit of a city with a very ancient history. And to satisfy the stomach as well, it will be enough to enter an osteria in old Florence to delight in the traditional Florentine and Tuscan dishes: in addition to the well-known steak, no less than four fingers high, you can throw yourself on panzanella, schiacciata (woe betide you if you confuse it with focaccia!), lampredotto, ribollita, all washed down with the very good Tuscan wines, and then the many sweets and treats, including panforte, zuccotto and ricciarelli. A tour of the hills surrounding Florence is the perfect opportunity to try all these dishes and many more.

Renting a car in Peretola, the fraction of Florence where the “Vespucci” airport is located, is a good solution to always have at your disposal a private vehicle with which to reach the places in the center or the surroundings of the Medici city without incurring the costs of a personal car or the delays of public transport; available in our fleet you will also find, among other things, electric vehicles with which you can freely access the ZTL of the Florentine center. Although Peretola Airport is not the busiest airport in Tuscany, a supremacy reserved instead for Pisa Airport, it is nevertheless the most convenient arrival point for those who, due to a work commitment or for personal pleasure, have only a few days available to spend in Florence. Moreover, for people from the provinces of Prato, Pistoia or other locations in northern Tuscany, Florence is undoubtedly a more convenient point of reference for short- or long-term car rental than Pisa. With Locauto you then have the possibility of returning the rented vehicle to the Florence airport at any of our “rental cars” in Italy: we point out, in Tuscany, the one in Florence Santa Maria Novella, very close to the main station of the capital, from which high-speed trains depart, and the one in Pisa Aeroporto, well connected with the center of Pisa from which you can then reach, with the traditional railway lines, the major capitals of the Tyrrhenian coast.

The Florence airport is just a few minutes’ drive from the city’s main administrative and business center, the Rifredi hub, which is also home to several faculties of the University of Florence. The center, on the other hand, can be reached in about 10-15 minutes by road, depending on traffic (try to avoid rush hours!). As far as traffic in the city center is concerned, Florence’s ring roads make it possible to reach the major points of interest located outside the historic center in no time at all, but traffic becomes more difficult as you approach the Duomo area, which is moreover included in a limited traffic zone, and Santa Maria Novella station: if you are heading to the center and want to avoid traffic, it is better to park just outside the center and reach it on foot (since it is not very extensive, it can be crossed in a short time); if, on the other hand, you prefer to reach your destination by car, we recommend that you consider renting a hybrid or electric car to take advantage of the possibility of free access to the LTZ.

Locauto Rent is a 100% Italian company, active since the late 1970s in the car rental market. It has a network of rental stations serving the main Italian airports, the largest railway stations and major cities. It also provides a full range of rental services, from short, to medium, to long-term, and an innovative full-self-service digital rental service. The car fleet is top-notch and is among the youngest on the market in terms of average age. Locauto Rent is recognized for affordable, flexible and transparent pricing solutions and service that is both humane and technologically advanced.

The capital of Tuscany, Florence is one of the most iconic cities in the world for its artistic and historical richness. Easily reachable by car from other Tuscan cities such as Pisa or Siena, the city of the Lily is most famous for its historic center recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.In the space of very few tens of meters you can admire extraordinary monuments such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with Brunelleschi’s dome, one of the greatest masterpieces of Renaissance architecture, and Giotto’s bell tower, which offers a breathtaking view of the city (for those who dare to tackle its steep 400 steps)! Just in front of the Cathedral is the Baptistery of San Giovanni with its famous Gate of Paradise.If, on the other hand, you love art, a must-see is the Uffizi Gallery, one of the most famous museums in the world, which houses works by artists such as Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo. Crossing the nearby Ponte Vecchio, famous for its evocative views of the Arno and its ancient jeweler’s stores, you’ll reach Palazzo Pitti, the former residence of the Medici family that now houses several museums and gardens, including the Boboli Gardens, a green oasis in the heart of the city. Florence is also known for its famous people, first and foremost 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 is, of course, no shortage of opportunities to relax in the city: in addition to strolling along the Arno and exploring the most famous squares of the medieval center – Piazza della Signoria, home of the Palazzo Vecchio, or Piazza Santa Croce, where you’ll find the basilica of the same name with the tombs of illustrious Italians such as Galileo and Machiavelli – you should definitely take a break in one of the typical trattorias to savor traditional Tuscan dishes: ribollita, pappa al pomodoro and bistecca alla fiorentina are just a few examples of the very rich local gastronomic offerings, which are counterpointed by an equally thriving wine scene!

Renting a car in Florence will also allow you to easily discover the treasures of the Tuscan countryside. Just a 30-minute drive from the city, for example, you can reach Fiesole, a beautiful hill town with ancient Roman ruins and a breathtaking view of the Arno valley. If, on the other hand, you are passionate about wine, Chianti is your ideal destination, less than an hour away: this is one of the most famous wine regions in Italy, where you can visit local wineries and taste some of the best Tuscan wines accompanied by typical products such as olive oil, olives, beans and very fresh fruits and vegetables. Not far from Florence you will also find fascinating villages such as San Gimignano, famous for its medieval towers, or Monteriggioni, a charming fortified village. Both destinations are perfect for a day trip from Florence with which to immerse yourself in the older history and landscapes that have made Tuscany a region envied throughout the world. If you prefer a day of relaxation, the thermal baths of Saturnia are about two hours away: here you can enjoy a rejuvenating experience among natural pools and spa treatments. Or, you can opt for a visit to Siena or Pisa, both about an hour’s drive away, to explore more artistic and cultural masterpieces. Discover now the rental cars available in Florence: 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 of the moment on car rental in downtown Florence!

Our car rental in downtown Florence is located in the heart of Borgo Ognissanti, near the Florence Santa Maria Novella station, which is about a 5-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Florence Peretola Airport, 10 km from the center, followed by Pisa Airport, which can be reached in about an hour’s drive and is served by all major low-cost and non-low-cost airlines.

Planned in the 1950s as a social housing area, the Isolotto district of Florence takes its name from the small islet of the Arno River that was located in this area before the urbanization works; today it is a very lived-in neighborhood that is appreciated for its quality of life, the presence of large green spaces (in particular, it is located near the Parco delle Cascine and the Parco dell’Argingrosso) and the wide availability of citizen services. Its peripheral location, however, makes it an excellent choice for reaching the center of Florence in a short time: both for those who study and for those who work, therefore, it represents a convenient and cheap reference point for the search of housing solutions, all the more so because the population of the neighborhood is very fond of it and it is perhaps here, much more than in the center besieged by tourists, that one breathes the most authentic Florentine soul.

Renting a car in Firenze Isolotto is a strategic choice not only for those who travel daily for personal or professional reasons, but also for those who, for these same reasons, find themselves in the need to use the highway for their travels: in fact, Isolotto is very close to the Firenze Scandicci exit of the A1 highway (about 10 minutes by car), which connects the city to all the main cities in northern and southern Italy. The Florence-Pisa-Livorno freeway-known for short as FIPILI, which is useful for those who need to travel to the coast or Pisa airport-is also very close. In addition, Florence Peretola Airport, the Amerigo Vespucci, is about a 15- to 20-minute drive away. Among the areas of Florence city most easily reached from Isolotto is, as mentioned above, the historic center; the neighboring municipality is Scandicci, another hub for workers in the Florentine hinterland but also a place rich in cultural, historical and scenic attractions, with beautiful scenic paths surrounded by greenery that offer spectacular views of Florence and the surrounding plain, forts and historic villas. If it’s for an out-of-town trip that you’re interested in renting a car in southern Florence, at Isolotto you’ll find yourself in a strategic position to set out to discover so many destinations: for example, Florentine Chianti for a day out among vineyards, wineries and medieval villages such as Greve or Montefioralle; or Impruneta, about twenty minutes away by car, to learn about the local tradition of artistic terracotta; or Fiesole for its Etruco-Roman archaeological area and unparalleled views of Florence; or, going a little further afield, Vallombrosa, a green oasis in the Pratomagno mountains perfect for woodland walks, and Lake Bilancino, in Mugello, if you’d like to spend a day at the lake, perhaps doing a bit of kayaking or simply picnicking with friends. Book your rental car in Florence Isolotto now: you’ll find a very rich variety of segments and models in our range to make the most of your travel plans!

Locauto car rental in Firenze Isolotto is located in the west Florence area, about 5 km from the city’s historic center, 4 km from the main train station (Santa Maria Novella) and 2 km from the Firenze Scandicci exit of the A1 highway. At your disposal at this location you will find a convenient indoor square in front of the office. Smart check-in is available during opening hours.