Florence is a city with extraordinary history, marvellous architecture and incredible food. To see the city in its entirety and to make the most of your time here, pick up your hire car from the Avis office in Florence, via Borgognissanti. A rental car gives you the freedom to explore the best of Tuscany at your own leisure. 

We make car rental easy, because we know you can’t wait to feel the freedom of the road and get the very most out of your stay. Wherever your travels take you, the keys are waiting for you to unlock the world.

Florence has a plethora of sights to see, you’ll also come across some of Tuscany’s other shining stars further afield. Easily reached by car, the other cities in the region have much to show you too.

Fiesole

This day-trip destination is only 20 minutes’ drive from Florence and sits atop a hill, giving visitors fantastic views across Tuscany. Don’t miss the Roman amphitheatre in the town’s archaeology park, which also features the remains of ancient baths. Olive groves cover much of the agricultural area and wandering around the town’s winding, cobbled streets is a great way to while away an afternoon.

Pisa

Famous for its leaning tower, Pisa attracts visitors from far and wide - all keen to take an iconic picture with this star attraction. Romanesque and Gothic architecture can be seen across the city; the Duomo and the Baptistery of St. John are prime examples. Both are located in the lively Piazza dei Miracoli, one of the most beautiful public squares in the country. While you’re here, take a stroll along the nearby Arno river and stop in at the National Museum of San Matteo, which displays a collection of paintings and sculptures.

Tuscany has much to offer its visitors, and the best way to really experience it all is to drive. An Avis rental car will let you explore Florence and beyond in the utmost comfort.

 

Florence is set at the base of Tuscany’s beautiful green hills and is the gateway to its world-renowned vineyards. In this incredibly cultural city, you can enjoy fine dining, superb art and high-end fashion.

Florence is home to over a million pieces of art. Included in this collection are both Botticelli’s ‘Birth of Venus’ and a number of celebrated Da Vinci works. Be sure to visit the Galleria dell’Accademia, a world-famous gallery that always has a lengthy queue of people keen to cast their eyes on Michelangelo’s ‘David’ statue.

A city obsessed with the aesthetic, Florence has also played its part on the world’s fashion stage, with brands like Gucci and Roberto Cavalli originating here. Famous for its leather goods, be sure to visit the San Lorenzo market, where you will get high-quality, reasonably priced products.

Top sights not to be missed are the Duomo, which boasts a striking red-tiled cupola, and the Palazzo Vecchio, a fortress with a 94m-high tower and a magnificent painted hall.

To fully explore the magic of Florence hire a car and start driving.

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