Car Rental Florence

Parking in Florence

• Garage Ponte Vecchio (50125) is close to Pitti Palace, Ponte Vecchio and Stefano Bardini Museum.
• Underground Parking Porta al Prato (50144) is close to Museo Novecento, Piscine Le Pavoniere and Piazza della Repubblica.
• Street parking is available. You should park in blue spaces (white spaces are for residents only and yellow is accessible parking). You have to pay Monday to Saturday (except public holidays), during specific hours.

Key roads in Florence

• A1 is the oldest European Highway connecting Florence with some of the country’s largest cities, including Milan, Bologna, Rome and Naples.
• Autostrada A11 (A11) spans just over 50 miles and connects Florence to Pisa.
• Head south on the SR222 and bask in the scenery, or head north to Bologna.

How to get from Florence to Pistoia

It takes around 30 minutes to drive the 20 miles from Florence to Pistoia.

1. Just leave Hertz Firenze Aeroporto and get on the A11/E76 (toll road) via the slip road to Firenze/Pisa Nord/E35/Bologna/Roma.
2. Continue on A11/E76 to Pistoia.
3. Take the exit towards Pistoia Centro from Raccordo di Pistoia.
4. Take Viale Macallè to Via Sergio Sacconi.

How to get from Florence to Prato

Prato is just over 20 minutes away from Florence. Just leave Hertz Firenze Aeroporto and take Viale Giovanni Luder to A11. Continue on A11 to Prato (toll road). Take exit Prato East from A11. Continue on Viale Leonardo Da Vinci/SS719. Take Via Giuseppe Valentini to Galleria e Viale Vittorio Veneto/Viale Vittorio Veneto/SS325. Arrive in Prato.

Best hotels in Florence

Grand Hotel Minerva

P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 16, 50123 Firenze FI

This four-star hotel offers luxurious comfort. The rooms are modern and feature everything you need for a fantastic stay including wi-fi, TVs, and facilities to make your favorite beverages. It’s close to key landmarks including Piazza Santa Maria Novella and the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella.

Hotel Savoy

Piazza della Repubblica, 7, 50123 Firenze FI

Five-star opulence awaits you in this hotel. Neutral-colored rooms with chandeliers creates a sophisticated atmosphere. Found on Piazza della Repubblica, the city’s square, you can’t get a more central location. Find Hotel Savoy in between Florence Cathedral and the Palazzo Strozzi.

Grand Hotel Cavour Florence

Via del Proconsolo, 3, 50122 Firenze FI

Located inside in a 1920s building, guests can soak up incredible views of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore from the rooftop terrace or venture on foot to some of the top attractions nearby. For some sightseeing, the Grand Hotel Cavour is close to the Palazzo Vecchio and the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo.

Best restaurants in Florence

La Giostra

Borgo Pinti, 10/18R, 50121 Firenze FI

Set up by an Austrian royal family with previous guests including Elton John, David Beckham and Will Smith, this is a restaurant with a story to tell. Dishes are authentically Italian, with handmade pasta, rich flavors and the perfect ambience.

Gustarium

Via Dei Cimatori 24/r, 50122, Fl

Serving focaccia-style pizza with a range of toppings, this is the go-to place for pizza in Florence. Perfect for friends and family or for a romantic meal with just the two of you.

7 Secoli Argentino Italiano

Via Ghibellina 140 R di fronte al Teatro Verdi, 50122, Fl

Serving a variety of classic Mediterranean dishes, there is something here for everyone. From hearty pasta dishes to refreshing salads, be sure to end your meal with a sundae.

Best things to do in Florence

See Michelangelo’s work

Florence

Visiting Florence wouldn’t be complete without seeing the famous statue of David at the Accademia Gallery, one of the most iconic statues in the world. But this isn’t the only masterpiece of Michelangelo’s here. See the sculptures Madonna della Scala and Battle of the Centaurs at Casa Buonarroti, as well as the wonderful statues of Dawn and Dusk at the Church of San Lorenzo. Michelangelo’s work is flowing through thecity where he grew up.

Take a food tour

Florence

We all know Italy is the home of tasty cuisine, and Florence offers delicious delights – but it’s not just the amazing restaurants where you can sample a taste of Florence. The Street food is great here – side streets are packed with vendors offering up tiny parcels of flavor for you to tuck into. If you fancy taking your own food tour through the streets of Florence, we recommend schiacciata – soft Tuscan bread bursting with flavor – while lampredotto, otherwise known as cow’s stomach, is a famous local snack.

The Boboli Gardens

Piazza de' Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze FI

Opened in 1766, you can find the Boboli Gardens directly behind Pitti Palace. Walk these stunning grounds and explore this historical park that is an outdoor museum. Admire exquisite architecture, fountains, statues and so much more.