Compare car hire at Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)

Home to breathtaking architecture, world-class art and tasty Tuscan cuisine, Florence is the perfect destination for a classic Italian holiday. You can explore the city, the culture-rich region of Tuscany, and the rest of Italy with ease by renting a car just outside of Florence Peretola Airport (FLR).

It's a little unusual, but car hire providers at Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) are a short shuttle bus ride away at Via Palagio degli Spini. From the airport, it takes around ten minutes to reach the car rental providers.

The bus runs every 20 minutes. To find it, simply exit the terminal building and turn left into the short-term car park.

When you arrive at Via Palagio degli Spini, you’ll find some of the biggest car rental companies in the world, including:

• Hertz: +39 055 307 370
• Sixt: +39 029 475 7979
• Enterprise: +39 055 310 150
• Europcar +39 055 318 609
• Budget: +39 055 315 588
• Avis: +39 055 315 588

Opening hours are typically between 8am and 11.30pm but they vary with each provider, so it’s important to check ahead of your trip. On that note, it’s also worth booking your hire car in advance. Not only are you likely to get a better deal, but it’ll also speed up the pick-up process.

Driving into the city centre takes approximately half an hour from Florence Peretola Airport. Once there, be aware of ZTL zones. These areas are restricted to residents only and you will likely receive a fine if you enter one. The ZTL warning signs read ZONA TRAFFICO LIMITATO and feature a white circle surrounded by a red border.

Parking in Florence can be expensive and car parks are always busy, so it’s often better to leave your hire car at your hotel and make your way into the city by walking, public transport or taxi.

However, your hire car is a must for scenic countryside road trips. Why not drive

• Min. age required to hire a car: 18 but not for every car provider (check in advance)
• Which side of the road: Right
• Credit card requirements: Most major credit cards are accepted with funds to cover the deposit

Any additional requirements: Some car hire companies require you to have held your driving licence for at least one year. There are extra fees for drivers under 25, too.