A car rental in Italy will invite spontaneity and with a personal vehicle from Auto Europe you'll be free to travel this vibrant country at your leisure. Explore quaint fishing villages, lavish sea resorts and charming coastal cities at your own pace and direction without the hassles of public transportation. All destinations are accessible with a rental car in Italy, so you'll be free to explore at will! Whether you plan to tour the Colosseum in Rome, drive through Tuscan vineyards outside of Florence, or tour the world-famous canals in Venice, Auto Europe's fleet of rental cars in Italy provide the freedom you'll need to make the most of your time abroad.
If you're like most people planning a trip to Italy, discovering the perfect deal is important and you'll most likely comparison shop across the internet to find the lowest rates. Our advice at Auto Europe it to make sure you're comparing apples to apples. You may think you're getting the best deal online, only to discover you'll have to pay more when you get to the car rental desk. This includes great discounts on Italy car rental insurance. Auto Europe's car rental rates in Italy include theft protection and CDW in addition to fire and 3rd party liability, which is required to drive a rental car in Italy. Purchasing rental insurance at the counter in Italy can lead to an additional $25-$50/day on top of competitor rates quoted online. Auto Europe customers know what they'll pay before they leave for their trip to Europe!
Auto Europe offers the best rates on car rentals at every major transportation station and office location in Italy. Compare rates between different pick-up and drop-off locations to find the ideal itinerary for your trip. Here are our most popular pick-up and drop-off locations at Italy's major airports and rail stations.
Whether you need a minivan or an economy car, Auto Europe has you covered. Auto Europe works with the best rental car companies in Italy to provide our clients with the lowest rates and the highest quality service. Booking with Auto Europe not only means award-winning customer service, it means paying less than you would pay when booking directly through any other supplier! Compare prices from some of our top suppliers in Italy including Sixt, Avis, Europcar, Hertz, and more; no matter which company you use, you're in great hands with Auto Europe.
Auto Europe has been helping travelers find great deals on rental cars in Italy for decades. As a trusted travel partner, we love sharing ideas to help you build your upcoming travel itinerary. We've developed road trips highlighting some of the most sought after attractions in Italy, as well as published a number of unique posts focusing on informing travelers on all there is to see and experience during your time abroad. Whether its your first time or tenth time, review the links below and let us inspire you to make the most of your visit to this beautiful country.
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If you are looking to rent a vehicle in Italy through Auto Europe you must be at least 18 years old and have a driver's license that has been valid for at minimum of 1 year. Young drivers renting a car under the age of 25 may be required to pay an additional surcharge of $16-$36 CAD per day in order to rent a vehicle with some suppliers. Auto Europe does recommend all travelers planning on driving in Italy obtain a international driver's license to supplement your domestic license as it is a requirement.
When booking a rental car through Auto Europe most of them have the ability to travel through Western Europe without any restrictions. If you are interested in renting a luxury vehicle, sports car, SUV or large van and plan to take it outside of Italy please contact Auto Europe for some restrictions may apply to these vehicles due to insurance regulations.
Restricted Countries
Rentals that begin in Italy are not allowed to travel into the following countries without prior notice to and approval of Auto Europe and the suppliers that we work with: Africa (Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria etc.) Albania, Bosnia, Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Croatia, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Turkey and the Ukraine.
NOTE: If you have plans to travel into any of the countries above please advise Auto Europe as travel into most of these countries can possibly be arrange with advanced notice. Additional surcharges may apply to some rentals being taken into Eastern Europe and not all vehicles are allowed.
Drivers must carry their rental cars proof of insurance, registration papers, and domestic driver license at all times when driving a rental vehicle in Italy. An International Driver's Permit (IDP) is also required in Italy for drivers with a foreign license. This document translates your Canadian driver's license, and is available for purchase at the CAA before traveling to Italy. And be sure to read up on Italy's ZTL Driving Zones so you don't become the tourist who accidentally drives into restricted areas!
Absolutely. When booking with Auto Europe, we offer free cancellations on your rental car reservation up to 48 hours ahead of your planned pick up date.
Find out more questions and answers about renting a car in Italy with Auto Europe. Driving in a new country can be stressful, so be sure to read our tips for drivers in Italy. Our collection of tips will help make your trip to Italy smooth and care-free.
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Regardless of what your vacation plans might be, Auto Europe offers the ideal mode of transport at a rate that can not be beat. We're proud of guaranteeing the lowest prices for your transportation requirements. Review daily rental car rates with high end, chauffeur, van, short term car leases and more to find the best option for you and your traveling party.