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With branches throughout Italy, including at major airports and in downtown areas, SIXT has you covered. Whether you want a convertible to zip around the beaches in the south or an SUV to explore the mountains in the north, we’ve got you covered.
From the canals of Venice to the beaches of Bari, Italy has plenty of places to explore. A car rental in Italy from SIXT will allow you to road trip between your desired destinations with comfort and ease.
Driving Tips for Italy
Your adventure begins as soon as you pick up your rental car in Italy. To help your trip go as smoothly as possible, keep these tips and tricks in mind:
-Manual vs. automatic: Manual cars are more common in Italy, but SIXT also has automatic vehicles available.
-ZTL: Limited traffic zones will be marked with signs that say “ZTL.” This means you can only drive in these zones if you have a specific permit. These zones are more common in heavily populated urban areas.
-Local drivers: Italians are known for their confidence and speed behind the wheel. This may differ from the driving style you’re used to, so always be alert and aware of drivers around you.
-Sharing the road: In rural areas, it’s likely that you’ll be sharing the road with cyclists. In urban areas, you may be sharing the road with pedestrians, mopeds, and trams.
With our tips for driving a car rental in Italy, your experience can be a breeze.
Best places to visit in and around Italy
-With a rental car in Italy from SIXT, you have the freedom and flexibility to explore everything the country has to offer. Take a road trip around northern Italy, visiting the unique city of Venice, relaxing on the shores of Lake Como, and exploring the high-end shops of Milan. Just a few hours south by car, you’ll find Florence, known for its art, history, and fantastic Florentine cuisine. You can also take a day trip to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
-You can also explore Rome and visit Vatican City, the seat of the Catholic Church and home to the Pope. Your rental car will also allow you to take day trips; for example, Rome is just a short drive from Tuscany, the Italian wine region.
-Those interested in a beach vacation can head to Naples or the picturesque Amalfi Coast, or you can go even further south to Sicily. These iconic destinations and more are waiting for you when you opt for a SIXT car rental in Italy.
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Good to know when renting in Italy
You can travel to other EU countries depending on what car category you booked and which of our 3 zones the country is in. Be sure to ask if you are unsure about crossing borders in your rental.
You must be at least 18 with a valid driver’s license for 1 year to rent with SIXT in Italy. An underage driver fee applies for those under 25. Some car categories have a higher minimum age for rental.
It is best to ask before booking if a one-way rental between your desired cities in Italy is possible. A fee may apply.
A valid driver’s license for at least 1 year, along with a major credit or debit card are required. If your license is in a non-Roman alphabet you also need an International Driving Permit or official translation.
We accept credit and debit cards from international credit card companies like Visa, Mastercard and American Express in Italy. Some car categories can only be rented with a major credit card.
Explore our car rental locations in Italy
- Alghero
- Amalfi Coast
- Apulia
- Bari
- Bergamo
- Bologna
- Brindisi
- Cagliari
- Calabria
- Campania
- Catania
- Central Italy
- Emilia-Romagna
- Fiumicino
- Florence
- Friuli-Venezia Giulia
- Genoa
- Lamezia Terme
- Lazio
- Lombardy
- Mestre Venice
- Milan
- Naples
- Northern Italy
- Olbia
- Palermo
- Perugia
- Pescara
- Piedmont
- Pisa
- Rome
- Salerno
- Sardinia
- Sesto San Giovanni
- Sicily
- Southern Italy
- Torino
- Treviglio
- Treviso
- Trieste
- Tuscany
- Venetia
- Venice
- Verona
- Bari Airport
- Bergamo Airport
- Bologna Airport
- Brindisi Airport
- Florence Airport
- Genoa Airport
- Lamezia Terme Airport
- Milan Airport Linate
- Milan Airport Malpensa T1
- Milan Airport Malpensa T2
- Naples Airport
- Perugia Airport
- Pescara Airport
- Pisa Airport
- Rome Airport Ciampino
- Rome Airport Fiumicino
- Sardinia Alghero Airport
- Sardinia Cagliari Airport
- Sardinia Olbia Airport
- Sicily Catania Airport
- Sicily Palermo Airport
- Treviso Airport
- Trieste Airport (from May 31)
- Turin Airport
- Venice Airport
- Verona Airport