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Car hire pick-up spots in Florence

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Florence. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in Florence: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in Florence.
Most visitors can use their regular driving licence. If it isn’t in English, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Rental companies also check that your ID and payment card match the booking.
Navigating city driving
Florence has narrow streets and several restricted zones.
Driving in the historic centre is limited by ZTL signs, which mark streets requiring permits. Navigation apps help you avoid these areas and guide you to wider roads around the city.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Italy uses toll roads on motorways near Florence.
Florence also has ZTL zones in the centre. Rental cars often support electronic tolling. Follow signs closely to avoid entering controlled streets.
Parking your car in Florence
Parking is easiest in car parks outside the old centre.
Street spaces are limited and often for residents only. Multi-storey car parks near Santa Maria Novella and along ring roads give easy access to sights. Park-and-ride areas are useful for visiting the centre.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find, and EV charging stations in Florence are expanding.
Petrol stations sit along main roads. Charging points are increasing across the city. Apps like PlugShare show the closest options before longer journeys.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers move slowly in the centre but faster on outer roads.
Expect tight turns and scooters between lanes. Keep speeds low in historic areas and follow signs carefully near ZTL zones to avoid fines.
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The most popular car rental companies in Florence

Avis
Budget
Turo
Hertz
National
Payless

What's the most popular car to hire in Florence?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Toyota Tacoma is the most popular car to hire in Florence, with prices starting from €41 per day. The Subaru Legacy and similar models are also popular drives in Florence.
Toyota Tacoma
Toyota Tacoma67% chose this
Subaru Legacy
Subaru Legacy34% chose this
Most popular carToyota Tacoma
Why?Comfortable, practical, good value

Florence's cheapest car hire providers

Dollar has the cheapest car hire in Florence right now, with prices from €41 per day. You'll save an average of €9 per day when you book with them.
Dollarfrom €41 per day
Thriftyfrom €46 per day
Avisfrom €48 per day
Budgetfrom €57 per day
Cheapest providerDollar
Book with them to save around€9 per day

Hiring a car in Florence: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyAvis
Most popular carPeople Carrier, mini passenger van
Average daily price164 €
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Florence

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Florence car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Florence that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Florence for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Florence avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Florence, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Florence car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Florence is 164 € per day or 1.142 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 41 € per day for Medium hire from Payless. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 99 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 41 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 95 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 46 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 139 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 58 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Florence is Medium, compact. The most popular is People Carrier, mini passenger van.
The cheapest car hire company in Florence is currently Dollar, followed by Thrifty.
On average, around 1.142 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Florence is 282 €.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Florence, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Florence that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Florence offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Florence, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Florence is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Florence is usually around 123 € per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Florence, which is 164 € per day. The cheapest price we found in Florence is 41 € per day with Payless for Medium car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Florence will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Florence. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Florence.
Yes, you can hire a car in Florence from the age of 21. You'll need a valid driving licence and the usual ID. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee, and some car hire companies only let you book certain types of car. When you search on Skyscanner, just enter your age and we'll show you the options available.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 41 € per day. The average price per day is around 99 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Avis, Budget and Turo offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Florence, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Avis
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 71 €
Budget
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 76 €
Payless
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 62 €
Luxury car hire, like the Ford Ranger, costs an average of 139 € per day in Florence. The cheapest price we could find is 58 € per day with Dollar.
Large car hire, which is usually something like the Nissan Altima, averages 111 € per day in Florence. The cheapest price we found for Large car hire in Florence is 48 € per day with Thrifty.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Florence.