Car Hire Florence - Via Forlanini - Mini guide to Florence - Via Forlanini

The sun-drenched ancient Roman city of Florence is steeped in beauty, culture and heritage. While many visitors come to the city to visit its famous Duomo, art galleries and scenic views over the Arno, Florence has much more to offer the independently-minded traveller.

To get the most of your visit to Florence, car hire is strongly recommended for completely unrestricted travel. While public transportation is available, it is often time-consuming which reduces your time to explore this Tuscan capital. Taxis are available from ranks however they can be a costly option.

In Florence, Via Forlanini is home to excellent car hire services. Your vehicle can be collected from: Via Forlanini 2, Firenze (Florence), 50100. This location is well-placed for travel both in and out of the city. Set in the heart of the tourist district, it is just a short walk from many of Florence’s hotels.

Via Forlanini is well-placed for travel into the Tuscan countryside, which is said to be the prettiest in Italy. Its rolling hills and vineyards have inspired many authors, such as E.M. Forster who set parts of his romantic novel “A Room with A View” there.

Tuscany is well-known for its wine offerings. In your car hire, you can visit one of the many vineyards located between Florence and Siena.

The drive from Florence to Siena takes just one hour, however many visitors enjoy stopping in the charming town of Greve in Chianti en route. Overlooked by Monte San Michele, it is a busy market town and very welcoming to visitors. At its centre is a portico-lined piazza which is home to a bustling open-air market.

Before heading to Siena, Greve’s neighbouring villages are well worth visiting in your car hire. With cobblestone streets and ancient buildings Panzano and Montefioralle are picturesque and tranquil.

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