Thrifty car hire in Florence
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Thrifty in Florence at a glance
| Most popular car | Compact, 4-5 doors |
|---|---|
| Average price | R 2,685 per day |
| Cheapest price | R 888 per day |
| Pick-up points | 10 |
| Best time to book | 3 weeks before |
Thrifty pick-up points in Florence
Driving in Florence: What to expect on the road
Documents you'll need You’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in Florence. Most visitors can use their regular driving licence. If it isn’t in English, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Rental companies also check that your ID and payment card match the booking. |
Navigating city driving Florence has narrow streets and several restricted zones. Driving in the historic centre is limited by ZTL signs, which mark streets requiring permits. Navigation apps help you avoid these areas and guide you to wider roads around the city. |
Tolls, emissions zones and charges Italy uses toll roads on motorways near Florence. Florence also has ZTL zones in the centre. Rental cars often support electronic tolling. Follow signs closely to avoid entering controlled streets. |
Parking your car in Florence Parking is easiest in car parks outside the old centre. Street spaces are limited and often for residents only. Multi-storey car parks near Santa Maria Novella and along ring roads give easy access to sights. Park-and-ride areas are useful for visiting the centre. |
Finding fuel or charging points Fuel is easy to find, and EV charging stations in Florence are expanding. Petrol stations sit along main roads. Charging points are increasing across the city. Apps like PlugShare show the closest options before longer journeys. |
Local driving style and tips Drivers move slowly in the centre but faster on outer roads. Expect tight turns and scooters between lanes. Keep speeds low in historic areas and follow signs carefully near ZTL zones to avoid fines. |
More pick-up points
If you’re flexible on your pick-up point, you could find a better deal with Thrifty by renting in another city.Get the best car hire deal with Thrifty in Florence
Looking for a great car hire deal can seem daunting. But Skyscanner does the hard work for you. In a matter of seconds, we scan hundreds of trusted travel providers so you can pick the best deal for you. These tips will help you make the most of your booking search:Getting the best price
It can be tricky to know if you’re getting a good price when it comes to car hire. The cheapest Thrifty car rental price we could find in Florence is R 890 per day. Certain cars can also save you cash. The cheapest car to rent is usually a type of Compact.
Pick up where you want
There are 10 pick-up points to choose from with Thrifty in Florence. The most popular are Aeropuerto, Toscana, Italia, Via Del Termine 11 and Florence Airport Florence Airport.
No waiting around
Beat the queues by booking a deal that lets you pick up your rental car without the hassle. With self-service pick-up there’s no queuing to get keys or hand documents over. Which means more time on the road and less time hanging around rental offices. Simply tick ‘Self-service pick-up’ when you’re searching for a car rental deal.
Try electric or hybrid
Want to travel with less impact on the planet and drive with fewer pit stops? Try a lower emission vehicle by hiring an electric or hybrid car with Thrifty. Just tick ‘electric’ or ‘hybrid’ when you do your search.
Go automatic
If you prefer to drive an automatic car, Thrifty has got you covered. With automatic car hire options available in Florence, you won't have to worry about driving a manual. Tick ‘automatic’ when you start your search, and we’ll do the rest.
Rent a car long term, if you need to
Looking to rent a car with Thrifty for a little longer than a couple of weeks? No problem. Just enter your preferred dates when you search and we’ll show you what’s available. Keep in mind that renting a car for a full month could be cheaper than three weeks.
Rent a car when under 25
Looking to rent a car with Thrifty in Florence and are under 25? No stress! You can. Just bear in mind that rental companies may apply extra charges and restrictions. When you start your search, simply un-tick ‘Driver aged between 25 - 75’ and enter how old you are.
Go with the right company
Not set on renting a car with Thrifty? It could make sense to consider other companies too. The top car hire companies most people book with in Florence are Green Motion, Noleggiare and Europcar. The cheapest car hire companies in Florence are Sicily by Car, Enterprise and Autovia. Take a look today and see if you could get a better car hire deal with another company.
