CAR HIRE MILAN

Find our Milan car rental desks at both of the city’s major airports, in addition to several other convenient locations around Milan, including its main train stations. Linate Airport is 12 km east of the city centre and Malpensa Airport lies 48 km to the northwest. Further afield, our car hire service at Milan-Bergamo Airport is a 60km drive to Milan and provides quick access to the picturesque city of Bergamo and the Alps.

What is Milan famous for?

The cosmopolitan city of Milan is the financial hub of Italy, famous for its creative fashion industry and iconic opera house. It is also home to some of the world’s most famous artworks, such as Leonardo Da Vinci’s Last Supper as well as the stunning Cathedral at Piazza del Duomo, which is the biggest in Italy.

What’s the weather like in Milan?

Milan’s climate is characterised by hot, humid summers and cold winters.

Which Milan airport is closest to the city?

The closest airport to the city centre of Milan is Linate Airport - just 5 miles from Milan. Bergamo Airport is approximately 31 miles from Milan, and Malpensa Airport approximately 33 miles.

Which Milan airport is closest to Lake Como?

Milan Malpensa International Airport is the nearest airport to Lake Como, located approximately 30 miles away.

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

Country driving laws

• Mobile phones may only be used with a hands-free device
• Use the outside lane to overtake on motorways and dual carriageways
• There are historical areas in which you cannot drive. Look out for “Zona traffico limitato”
• Dipped headlights must be used in poor daylight visibility when driving on motorways, dual carriageways, and rural roads
• Do not use the horn in a built up area unless in danger

Speed Limits
All speed signs will be in mph.

For a standard Avis rental vehicle with no trailers:

• Urban roads: 50 km/h (31 mph)
• Secondary extra-urban roads: 90 km/h (56 mph)
• Motorways: 130 km/h (80 mph)
• Urban highways: 70 km/h (44 mph)
• Main extra-urban roads (Expressways): 110 km/h (68 mph)

Unless indicated by road signs.

Be aware of changes to speed limits displayed on road signs due to adverse weather conditions.

Child safety / Seatbelt laws

• It is compulsory for the driver and all passengers to wear a seatbelt
• Children weighing up to 9 kg must be seated in a rear-facing child restraint, in the back of the car only
• Children aged under 12 and less than 150 cm tall 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.

If you want to learn more about driving in Bristol, see the full Italy Road Rules guide.

With its Roman origins and history of influence from France, Germany, and Austria, Milan has long been a cultural centre. The city is now the second-most populous in Italy after Rome, and hosts eight million visitors per year.

During the renaissance, the Visconti family transformed the city into an art and architectural hub. As a result, spectacular relics such as Leonardo da Vinci’s Il Cenacolo (Last Supper) remain inside architectural wonders like the UNESCO World Heritage Santa Maria delle Grazie church.  Duck into the tranquil environs of the restored Castello Sforzesco, followed by a wander around the immense Duomo Cathedral, which took six centuries to complete.

It was around 1980 that iconic fashion heavyweights including Versace and Dolce & Gabbana set up shop here, and fashionistas started flocking. For a taste of couture splendour, head for the glitzy designer flagship-lined Via Montenapoleone and Via della Spiga. 

Food aficionados will have plenty to discover too, from gelateria and pasticceria serving traditional treats, to the Italianate delis offering cured meats and a feast of cheeses. 

Lake Como
Take a trip to the scenic Lake Como, about 25 miles to the north, with its scenic views and lush vegetation. The town of Como is also the centre of the silk industry and the best place to shop for the material.

Vigevano
Nearby Vigevano has arguably one of the finest piazzas, the Piazza Ducale, in the town centre, designed by Bramante.

Skiing in Italy
If travelling here in winter, we can supply ski racks and snow chains for your trips to any one of the many ski resorts within easy distance of the city. Livigno offers duty-free shopping as well as facilities for winter sports. Bormio has over 45 miles of slopes for skiers of all levels.

Avis offers a rental experience designed to make your travels easier from the moment you arrive in Milan. Our Milan car rental locations offer quick vehicle collection so you can continue your journey without delay.

• Fully flexible
  Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers.

• Savings on coverage
  When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover.

• Loyalty benefits
  Join our free loyalty programme Avis Preferred, and benefit from priority service, discounts and more.

• Faster collection
  Save time at the counter by registering your details in advance with our simple and free QuickPass. You could be on the road sooner than you think.

• VIP treatment
  Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.