Hertz in Salerno

With a tree-lined seafront and beaches lapped by the turquoise Tyrrhenian Sea, Salerno is one of the most beautiful places in Europe. This charming city, which is centered around the historic old town, sits at the end of the picturesque Amalfi Drive.

Our pick-up point is conveniently located at Salerno Railway Station so you can easily collect your rental car and get out in the sunshine as soon as you arrive. We have a wide range of stylish and practical cars for you to choose from so you’re sure to find one that’s perfect for your needs.

We offer a best price guarantee which means that in the unlikely event you find Hertz car rental in Salerno cheaper, we’ll refund the difference. There are no hidden charges and it’s free to change or cancel your reservation up to two days before collection if your plans change.

Driving in and around Salerno

When you first arrive in Salerno, head for the SS18 and you’ll find yourself driving alongside the shimmering waters of the Salerno coastline. To see the city’s cathedral, make your way to Piazza Alfano I.

The Centro Storico – historic center – is within the Zona Traffico Limitato, or ZTL for short. It’s illegal to drive into these zones between set periods of the day and you risk a fine if you ignore the warnings. There are, however, plenty of parking lots outside the ZTL, so you can park up and easily explore on foot. If your hotel is within a ZTL, call ahead and let them know you’re arriving by car and they will arrange a temporary permit.

It’s a scenic hour-long drive around the outside of the Lattari Mountains Regional Park toSorrento. Take the A3 then E45, followed by the SS145. This will take you into the heart of this charming coastal town which straddles the cliffs, with views across to Naples and Mount Vesuvius.

If you head around the other side of the park, an hour’s drive via the SS163 will bring you to the Amalfi Coast. You can also take this route to Sorrento. It will take just over an hour longer but is worth it for the picture perfect scenery. The SS163, is known as the Amalfi Drive and stretches from Sorrento along the Amalfi Coast to Salerno.

It’s 45 minutes via the E45 toNaples, one of Italy’s largest and oldest cities, famed for its archaeological treasures and delicious pizza.

While you’re travelling on the E45, you might like to stop in Pompeii where you’ll see Europe’s most captivating archaeological site. This can be found just half an hour from Salerno – you’ll pass through it to get to both Sorrento and Naples.

You’ll be driving on the right in Italy with speed limits set at 130km/h – equivalent to 81mph – on main highways, known as autostrade. Note that many of these are toll roads so keep some change in the car.

The limit on non-major highways is 110km/h (68mph), dropping to 90km/h (56mph) on local roads and 50km/h (31mph) in urban areas. Everyone in the car must wear a seatbelt, and dipped headlights need to be used on two-lane freeways.

A quick guide to Salerno

Breathtaking scenery and impressive architecture can be found around every corner in this beautiful part ofItaly. And once you’ve uncovered this hidden gem, you’re well placed to discover more of Italy’s most spectacular coastline.

Wander around the historic old town

The historic center of this city – the ‘centro storico’ – is a vibrant area where you’ll find old and new blended together with medieval churches sitting alongside hip bars.

Salerno Cathedral – one of the most beautiful churches in southern Italy – is also here. Founded in 11^th century, the Duomo features a 12^th century brick bell tower which looks out over the city and can be seen across the rooftops.

An ornate, decorative dome sits at the top of the tower and the cathedral is dedicated to St Matthew, the crypt you find inside is believed to hold the Saint’s remains.

Head up above the city to visit Salerno’s most famous landmark, the Castello di Arechi. The Lombard Duke of Benevento, Arechi II, built this Byzantine fort in the 8th Century. From here you can enjoy views across the Gulf of Salerno which provides the perfect backdrop to the concerts and events that are staged here during the summer months.

Step back in time in Pompeii and Naples

En route to Naples you’ll pass through Pompeii, stop here to discover the ruins of this once thriving Roman city. In AD 79, Mount Vesuvius, the only active volcano on mainland Europe, erupted and buried the city under a layer of lapilli – burning fragments of pumice stone.

Wander around this slice of ancient life, down Roman streets and alongside temples.

Within the historic center of Naples you’ll find palaces, castles and churches among the world’s most important archeological treasures. Pay a visit to Naples National Archaeological Museum where you can find artifacts that have been excavated from Pompeii.

Explore the Amalfi Drive

The Amalfi Drivelies along the south side of the peninsula that forms the southern arm of the Bay of Naples. This is arguably one of the most beautiful roads in the world. Start in Salerno and it’s an exhilarating 30-mile drive around S-curve roadways halfway up a cliff face.

As you carefully make your way around the zigzagging roads to Sorrento you’ll see colorful villages built into coves and mountains rising from the sparkling sea. Each turn is seemingly more impressive than the last. You may want to stop in the pretty town of Amalfi, which sits at the heart of this route.

Car rental in Salerno allows you the freedom to explore the best of this charming Italian city, as well as discover the wider Campania region.