Car Rental in Florence and Tuscany: Florence, Pisa and Bologna Airports
Quick summary: A rental car is a flexible way to explore Tuscany’s countryside if you’d prefer hotels and agriturismi to a campervan. Florence Airport is just outside the city, with rental cars reached by a free shuttle, Pisa Airport is Tuscany’s main international gateway, and Bologna Airport suits arrivals from the north. Avoid ZTL zones in historic centers, and park outside the walls.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Florence Airport | Rentals reached by free shuttle |
| Pisa Airport | Car rental terminal near the main terminal |
| Bologna Airport | Kiosks in the arrivals hall |
| ZTL zones | Avoid historic centers |
| Tolls | Autostrade are tolled |
| Tours | Featured tours |
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Where can you pick up a rental car?
| Pickup | Best for | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Florence Airport | Florence and Chianti | Florence Airport |
| Pisa Airport | The coast, Lucca and western Tuscany | Pisa Airport |
| Bologna Airport | Arriving from the north | Bologna Airport |
What do you need?
A driving license, a passport and a credit card. Non-EU licenses may need an International Driving Permit, and age-related charges vary by vehicle.
What should you know about driving?
ZTL zones are camera-enforced, the autostrade are tolled, and hill-town roads are narrow. See driving in Italy and ZTL zones.
Car or campervan?
See campervan or car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Not for the city itself, but it’s great for the countryside.
Florence for the city and Chianti, Pisa for the coast and west.
Generally no; park outside the zone.
Yes, the autostrade are tolled.