Car Hire Brindisi - Mini guide to Brindisi

Brindisi is best known as a ferry terminal for the short passage to Greece, but the town has plenty to offer in terms of charming mazes of streets, cosmopolitan atmosphere and exciting nightlife.

The old town area of this ancient port, while lacking in individual examples of architectural magnificence, is a charming blend of cultures resulting from Brindisi’s importance as a trade link between the East and West over the centuries. You can spend hours exploring the warren of narrow streets and lanes, discovering interesting and unexpected sights around every corner.

Brindisi is located on the Puglia stretch of coastline, which forms the ‘heel’ of the boot of Italy, and you can be on one of a myriad of pleasant sandy beaches in very little time. The waters are warm and are ideal for marine sports such as swimming, windsurfing, and sailing. The countryside in this area is very flat and barren, creating an atmosphere of openness and tranquility. Take trips along the coastal roads and enjoy the spectacular scenery of this region.

Brindisi’s hospitality is famous, and the town has many first-class accommodations and superb restaurants. Nightlife is centered on the Corso Garibaldi, lined with quality cafes and exciting bars. For a taste of more traditional evening entertainment, head for the town's evening passeggiata.

Nearby Brindisi, opportunities for short excursions abound. Discover attractions such as the Salentine Peninsula, the plateau of Le Murge, and the mountains, forests and beaches of the Gargano Promontory. Fun for the whole family can be had at Fasano’s ‘Zoo Safari’, or alternatively, head for the spectacular Greek Ionian Islands, only a short cruise away.

Naples International Airport serves direct flights from many cities, and frequent connections are available to Brindisi’s Perozzi Airport, located 5 km from the city centre. Shuttle services into the city are frequent and reliable.