Car Hire Rome - Via Aurelia - Mini guide to Rome - Via Aurelia

Steeped in heritage, beauty and culture, for thousands of years Rome has lured visitors into its city walls. The city is popular with those travelling for business and pleasure, regardless of their age. Many visitors find the best accommodation can be found outside of the historical city centre, in areas such as Via Aurelia.

As one of ancient Rome’s fifteen main thoroughfares, Via Aurelia starts at Porta S. Pancrazio in the south and heads northwest to France taking in towns such as Civitavecchia, Pisa and Genoa. Within Rome itself, the road passes locations such as Villa Corsini, Villa Pamphili and Palidoro.

Fortunately, transportation and road structures have improved since those ancient times. Car hire is essential for exploring this ancient route. Civitavecchia is less than an hour’s drive from Rome and is situated on the coast of the Tyrrenhian sea. This modern city was built over the remains of an Etruscan settlement. The city’s breathtaking harbour is over two thousand years old. While still used as a fishing port, the harbour offers sea connections to Barcelona, Sardinia, Tunis and Sicily.

Pisa is three hours north along the coast and best known for its leaning bell tower. Situated on the mouth of the River Arno, it offers stunning views of the Ligurian Sea. The city boasts several museums and has a wealth of sightseeing opportunities. Those looking for places to dine will be pleased by a range of traditional pizzerias and seafood restaurants.

Genoa is a further two hours drive along the Ligurian coast. This seaside town is steeped in history and has a wealth of sights for visitors to take in. Parts of the old city have received World Heritage Status by UNESCO.

To find out more about car hire in Via Aurelia, contact: Via Aurelia 456 A/B, Roma, 00165.

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