Milan is so much more than stock exchanges and fashion shows. From the grand Duomo (cathedral) to Leonardo da Vinci’s city influence, Milan is a destination with something to impress everybody. Pick up your Avis hire car at Milan Linate Airport, and drive straight into the city centre.

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Head to Milan from Milan Linate Airport via Viale Enrico Forlanini and reach the heart of the city in just 30 minutes. Milan is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, which can be fully appreciated with a bird’s eye view from the top of the Duomo. The Duomo itself is an incredible attraction, with 3,600 statues and 135 spires carved from pink marble.

The most popular attraction in Milan is Leonardo da Vinci’s renowned painting, ‘The Last Supper’. You’ll find the famous artwork in the refectory attached to the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie. For another cultural experience, head to the neo-classical Teatro alla Scala, a world-famous opera house where most of Italy’s greatest operatic artists have performed.

For a fun and unique experience, have dinner on one of Milan’s trams. Refurbished as a mobile dining room, these former modes of transportation provide four course meals and panoramic views of the city. Art and fashion are two things Milan does well. Take in some art at one of Milan’s many galleries, like Pinacoteca di Brera. As one of the top fashion capitals of the world, no visit to Milan is complete without a shopping trip to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, an arcade filled with luxury clothing brand stores.

With an Avis hire car, your journey around the cultural city of Milan will be an unforgettable experience.

If you’re intending to visit one of the city’s famous trade shows, car hire is a must as most events are now held in a location approximately 10 miles from the city centre. Fiera Milano at Rho can be reached via the A4 and the A8/A9 motorways or the Tangenziale Ovest.

In Italy, please drive on the right side of the road.

Unique Country Driving Laws

• Do not use horn in a built up area unless in danger.
• Mobile phones may only be used with a headset or hands-free device.
• There are historical areas in which you cannot drive. Lookout for “Zona traffico limitato”.

Speed Limits

For a standard Avis rental vehicle with no trailers:

• Urban areas: 31 mph (50 km/h)
• Dual Carriageways: 68 mph (110 km/h)
• Rural areas: 55 mph (90 km/h)
• Motorways: 80 mph (130 km/h)

Unless indicated by road signs.

Child Safety / Seatbelt Laws

It is compulsory for all inside the vehicle to wear a seatbelt. Children under 3 or measuring less than 150 cm must be seated in an appropriate child restraint for their size.

Please note - It is the child’s parent/guardian or vehicle renter’s responsibility to fit the child seat.

Road Trips from Milan Airport

When it’s time to escape the city, you don’t have to go far from Milan to find great options.

Lake Como
Take the A9 and SS340 from Milan and arrive at Lake Como, one of the top destinations in Italy with outstandnatural beauty in the country. It’s situated at the foot of the Rhaetian Alps, and its shoreline is clustered with tiny villages and towns. Bellagio is a popular village to explore, thanks to its setting by the lake and century-old buildings.

Cinque Terre
With its distinctive, colourful buildings scattered along the cliff edge, Cinque Terre has featured on many postcards. From Milan, take the A7 and A12 to reach this picture-perfect destination in two hours. There are five fishing villages located inside Cinque Terre National Park, a Unesco World Heritage Site, which all offer idyllic coastal views. The drive itself is worth the journey.

Genoa
Genoa, the hub of the Italian Riviera, is a two-hour drive from Milan, via the A7. The city is known as the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, and has several landmarks to explore. See the Old Town, which is a Unesco World Heritage Site. Make time to visit the Piazza de Ferrari and the Palace of the Doges.

With the ease and convenience of an Avis hire car, you can see Milan and beyond at your own pace. Get ready to explore northern Italy. All you have to do is drive.

In and around Milan

After collecting your hire car from Avis Milan Linate airport, it’ll take you just 30 minutes to drive into central Milan. Avis have other car hire locations in Milan including Milan Malpensa Airport, Milan Piazza Diaz, Milan Via Carina and Milan Viale Certosa.

Piazza Duomo (Cathedral Square) is the main hub of Milan and you can see the magnificent Milan Cathedral as well as some of Milan’s most important buildings here. Prepare to be amazed by the sheer size and features of the Cathedral (it has 135 spires and a staggering 3,200 statues). The roof, accessible by stairs and lift, gives you a breath-taking view of Milan.

On the other side of the piazza you’ll see the entrance to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, an exclusive shopping arcade built in the 19th century. Enjoy a stroll to admire the bars, cafés and up-market shops.

At the other end of the Galleria, across the road, stands La Scala, the world-famous opera house. Join a guided tour to discover the many secrets and little-known facts about this splendid theatre. It’s a short distance from La Scala to the Quadrilatero d’Oro fashion district, four streets forming a compact location for stores of the biggest designer names.

One of the city’s major highlights is, of course, Leonardo da Vinci’s Il Cenacolo or ‘Last Supper’, in the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie. It’s a very popular attraction so make sure you book tickets well ahead. Da Vinci also designed the defences of the imposing Castello Sforzesco in Piazza Castello, which now houses several museums with exhibits covering Palaeolithic history and furniture, among other things.

After an action-packed day of sightseeing and shopping, rub shoulders with the locals over an aperitivo at a local bar. When you feast your eyes on the array of goodies on offer at the free buffet, you’ll see why this has become an after-work institution throughout the country.

How far is Avis car rental at Milan Linate Airport from the city centre?

The distance is around 19 miles. After securing your car rental, you can be in the centre of town in under 30 minutes, depending on traffic.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Milan?

Whether you are looking for a hire car for business or pleasure, Avis has something to suit all needs. Choose from a wide range of cars, SUVs and vans, and benefit from the latest online deals. You’ll get our best prices when booking on our website.

Do I need winter tyres to drive in Italy?

No, there’s no legal requirement for passenger cars in Italy to be equipped with winter tyres, regardless of season. However, many of our cars in Milan rental hubs have winter tyres available, as an option.