Car hire Italy
Most popular in Italy
* The prices were calculated on 04.06.2023 for a 4 days prepaid rental at Milan Airport Malpensa T1 starting on 11.06.2023. Our prices fluctuate daily and this offer is not guaranteed.
Discover Italy
Car hire in Italy with SIXT
Fall in love with architecture, gastronomy, and art with your car hire in Italy. Find us at several locations in major regions of Italy, including cities like Rome, Milan, Florence, Venice, Naples, and Olbia – whatever your itinerary, count on us to be there for you every step of the way. Choose from our fleet of modern vehicles at affordable prices and discover Italy at your own pace. To navigate the narrow city centres and finding precious parking spaces, choosing an economy car is your best option. Now, if you’re planning a visit to one of the many wineries in the country, our minibuses are perfect for accommodating large parties.
SIXT’s services in Italy
Hire a car in Italy with SIXT and find the right option that can fit any style and budget, from compact to spacious, economy to premium. Whether you want a short or a longer stay, enjoy our flexible terms for weekend and weekly rental. If extra space is what you need, our roomy 4x4 is the right choice for you. If you want a lavish experience, choose our premium MPVs and sports cars from top brands like BMW, Jeep, Audi, and Mercedes-Benz. Need sat nav to find your way, or want to add an additional driver? It’s easy and practical to add these affordable extras to your car hire in Italy.
Best places to visit in Italy
- Florence: The charming capital of Tuscany captivates visitors with its picturesque and historical architecture, with important landmarks like the Duomo di Firenze and Ponte Vecchio. Discover more of Tuscany’s gastronomy at the Mercato Centrale. Art lovers should not miss the opportunity to visit the Accademia gallery, home to Michelangelo’s David.
- Bologna: Italy wouldn’t be the same without its impressive architecture, and Bologna doesn’t disappoint, with the imponent leaning Towers of Bologna and Piazza Maggiore at the heart of the city. Less touristy than Rome and Venice, the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region is the perfect destination to discover Italy without the crowds.
- *Verona: *The city that inspired William Shakespeare’s famous play offers lovebirds everywhere the opportunity to fall in love with its picturesque streets. Visit Piazza Bra, the main square in the city, and explore the historical centre easily, with monuments like the Verona Arena and Juliette’s House only a few minutes away.
Show more
Good to know when renting in Italy
Under 25 Car Hire
In Italy to hire most cars the minimum age is 18 years old; you must simply hold a valid licence for at least a year and it induces a surcharge when under 25.
One-Way Car Hire
During the booking period, select a different drop-off location to check availability, it must be organized beforehand, or charges will apply.
Crossing Borders
It may cost a little extra, but you can cross into most European countries surrounding Italy, it’s always best to make such journeys clear to us during pick-up.
Show more
See All FAQs
Customer reviews & feedback
4.6
Based on 56676 reviews
The way to Sixt
(4.8)
At the Sixt branch
(4.7)
Vehicle return
(4.7)
Aladin H.
(5.0)
The representative was very cooperative to offer the best available car. And the car received was very clean and in a very good condition
Irawan T.
(5.0)
Very good car rental in milan
Alex T.
(5.0)
Excellent service
Алексей М.
(5.0)
Excellent service, precise attention to customer’s needs! Many thanks to Elham for her outstanding service and providing such great experience! - Nikolai Mitiushenkov
سامي ا.
(5.0)
It's was a great experience, and elham she help us
She is kindly
Maurice P.
(5.0)
Excellent customer service.
A.
(4.0)
Good experience! And staff very helpful.
KHADY G.
(5.0)
Best branch ever. Service was really good. they answered all my questions and were really helpfull. Definetly turning back there if I go to milan
Sarah A.
(5.0)
Ms Elham was helpful and provided us an upgrade since our car key needed to change its battery, car was clean and brand new, the process didn’t take long. Thank you!
See all reviews
Latest premium additions to the fleet
BMW Serie 1 Aut.
Audi A4 Avant Aut.
Audi A5 Sportback Aut.
Audi A5 Cabrio Aut.
Audi A6 Avant Aut.
BMW 840 Convertible
More SIXT for you
App
RENT. SHARE. RIDE. ALL IN ONE APP - The future of mobility begins today!
Car subscription
YOUR NEW CAR SUBSCRIPTION - Brand-new cars, all-inclusive package for a 6, 9 or 12 month term
Rental Information
Find terms & conditions and our rental guidelines
Show more
FAQs about car hire in Italy
Driving Licence Requirements
UK driving licences continue to be valid in Italy. With other non-EU licences you must provide a passport and it's suggested you carry an International Driving Permit. If in Europe for more than 6 months then an EU licence is required.
Driving Tips in Italy
Always drive on the right-hand side of the road and never drive while texting or calling someone, this can incur a heavy fine from the police if caught.
Payment Methods
Practically all debit and credit cards are accepted from leading companies, e.g. American Express, Mastercard etc. We do not accept prepaid cards in Italy.
What's the minimum age to hire a car in Italy?
To rent a car with SIXT at Italy you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car in Italy.
What documents do I need to hire a car in Italy?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Can I book a long-term car rental in Italy?
Whether you’re planning to stay in Italy or travel beyond, it’s easy to reserve a long-term rental. Enter your trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations and we’ll find you affordable long-term car rental deals.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Italy?
A damage waiver is included with your car hire. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Explore our car hire locations in Italy
- Alghero
- Amalfi Coast
- Apulia
- Bari
- Bergamo
- Bologna
- Brindisi
- Cagliari
- Calabria
- Campania
- Catania
- Central Italy
- Emilia-Romagna
- Fiumicino
- Florence
- Genoa
- Lamezia Terme
- Lazio
- Lombardy
- Mestre Venice
- Milan
- Naples
- Northern Italy
- Olbia
- Palermo
- Piedmont
- Pisa
- Rome
- Salerno
- Sardinia
- Sesto San Giovanni
- Sicily
- Southern Italy
- Torino
- Treviglio
- Treviso
- Tuscany
- Venetia
- Venice
- Verona
Show more
Check out our airport locations in Italy
- Bari Airport
- Bergamo Airport
- Bologna Airport
- Brindisi Airport
- Florence Airport
- Genoa Airport
- Lamezia Terme Airport
- Milan Airport Linate
- Milan Airport Malpensa T1
- Milan Airport Malpensa T2
- Naples Airport
- Pisa Airport
- Rome Airport Ciampino
- Rome Airport Fiumicino
- Sardinia Alghero Airport
- Sardinia Cagliari Airport
- Sardinia Olbia Airport
- Sicily Catania Airport
- Sicily Palermo Airport
- Treviso Airport
- Turin Airport
- Venice Airport
- Verona Airport
Show more