Car hire in Venice
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* The prices were calculated on 08.06.2023 for a 4 days prepaid rental at Venice Airport starting on 15.06.2023. Our prices fluctuate daily and this offer is not guaranteed.
Our services at Venice
Car Hire Venice Deals - Sixt rent a car
Enjoy this romantic city, little changed over the past six hundred years, with a Sixt car hire in Venice. Use your car hire to reach the Vaporettos that take you into the city's heart where you can wander to your heart's content before exploring the beautiful Veneto countryside. When you hire a car from our car rental in Venice branches, conveniently located at the airport and Mestre Station, you have the total freedom to set your own holiday pace.
Sixt car hire Venice
Our branch menu has all the information you need about the fleets and opening hours of our Venice branches while clicking on the grey right-hand tab opens a map showing their location in relation to Venice. At Venice Marco Polo Airport we offer extended opening hours that fit in with your travel plans while both branches have a 24-hour return facility. Our website gives price comparisons between vehicle types so you can pick what works before you hire a car from us. When you have made your selection, reserving your rental vehicle is easy with our booking hotline or by downloading the Sixt app for iOS and Android devices. We guarantee your chosen category of car rental in Venice but cannot do the same for specific makes. What we do guarantee, though, is a warm welcome when you collect your vehicle whether your reservation is for a weekend break or longer.
Our Service
Our car hire in Venice fleets contain premium vehicles to suit both business and leisure travellers and fit any party size or budget. Compact saloons and family-sized estate cars are available from both branches. At Venice Airport we have a selection of rugged 4x4s perfect for exploring the Veneto countryside while sports cars and convertibles can be reserved at Mestre Train Station. A luxurious choice for exploring Italy's Adriatic coastline. All of our rental cars are supplied by well-known names such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Jaguar and we also provide vehicles adapted for different mobility needs. Our attractive range of affordable extras is designed to give stress-free driving with Sat Navs for city navigating and a choice of baby and booster seats for your children. And, with Winter ski resorts just a couple of hour's drive from Venice take advantage of our ski racks and snow chains. Look out for deals on additional drivers, unlimited mileage and extra insurance. We can also insure younger drivers under 25.
Traffic Information
No cars or vehicles of any sort have ever been allowed in Venice itself and it is the world's only totally pedestrianised city. All the main tourist attractions and historic cities of the Veneto, including Verona, are linked by networks of major roads while alternative country routes provide a more leisurely and scenic experience.
All cars, buses and coaches have to stop or park at the entrance to Venice in the Piazzale Roma or Tronchetto car park, the largest in Europe. Parking here is expensive and in peak periods it can be hard to find a space. A better alternative is to park on the mainland and catch a train, bus or Vaporetto into Venice. The nearest station, Mestre has car park charges but you might be lucky enough to find a free spot at stations further out such as Oriago or Mogliano Veneto.
Once you have safely parked your rental vehicle you are free to wander the narrow streets and bridges of the Rialtine Islands, the main part of Venice. Don't worry about getting lost, that is part of the charm of the city and sooner or later you will come to the lagoon or a canal where you can pick up a Vaporetto and find your way back to St Mark's Square, the heart of the city. Climbing the Bell Tower in the square is a great way to orientate yourself to the city's layout while enjoying a coffee and people watching in the beautifully decorated cafes that surround the square is a must-have Venetian experience. The most popular tourist attractions to take in are the Doge's Palace, St Mark's Basilica and the Rialto Bridge. Although quite expensive, taking a gondola ride is a must in Venice especially if you are on a romantic city break or your honeymoon. The world-famous glass factories and shops on the island of Murano are just a short boat ride away.
Sightseeing Destinations
Part of the charm of a Venetian holiday is the closeness of family-friendly beaches and resorts such as Jesolo where you will find Italy's longest beach. This sandy beach is 8 miles long.
Distances to Jesolo
- From Venice Airport: 18 miles, about 30 minutes
- From Mestre Station: 27 miles, about 40 minutes
The whole family will love a day out at Aqualandia. This huge water park is themed like a Caribbean island with huge slides and lots of live entertainment.
Distances to Aqualandia
- From Venice Airport: 21 miles, about 30 minutes
- From Mestre Station: 30 miles, about 45 minutes
With its imposing arena and ancient Roman history the city of Verona makes a pleasing contrast to Venice. It is also the legendary setting for Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
Distances to Verona
- From Venice Airport: 72.5 miles, about 1 hour 10 minutes
- From Mestre Station: 65 miles, about 1 hour
Business Destinations
Venice's prosperity was built on commerce and trade developed through its vast seafaring empire. Today the economy is based mainly on tourism along with Murano glass and Burano lace production. Heavy industry and shipbuilding are carried out on the mainland at Mestre and Porto Marghera. The Venice Convention is a large venue used to host the prestigious Venice Film Festival. This elegant building can seat over 3,000 people.
Distances to the Venice Convention
- From Venice Airport: 15.5 miles, about 1 hour 30 minutes (including ferry)
- From Mestre Station: 12.5 miles, about 1 hour 20 minutes (including ferry)
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Good to know when renting in Venice
One-Way Car Hire
Travelling Italy? End the journey at a different city, simply select a different location during booking to check availability.
Added Extras
Be prepared in Venice and include child seats, extra divers, as well as protection packages to your booking at price-friendly costs.
Flexible Hiring Options
The best trips are always subject to change so decide to ‘pay later’ while booking online and cancellation is free up to the day.
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Customer reviews & feedback
4.6
Based on 3520 reviews
Vehicle return
(4.8)
At the Sixt branch
(4.8)
Vehicle handover
(4.6)
Guilherme C.
(5.0)
We didn't have a credit card in our name (only debit) but the staff made adjustments so they accepted the debit card and charged the entire amount at pick-up. We reserved online a Citroen C1 but they didn't have one, so we got a BMW Series 1, which was a very nice upgrade. The car was clean, some scratches on the wheels, diesel/adblue, economical, powerful and a lot of tech (GPS and a fancy self-updating cruise control). Italian roads have a lot of weird speed limits and radars everywhere. We delivered the car after hours at their nearby parking-lot and they requested we leave the parking ticket inside the car to check the "check-in" time. They wrongly charged "late check-in" because they mistakenly got the "check-in" time the next day at 10AM, and we delivered within agreed time, 11PM the day before. We complained and they returned the money quickly even without "evidence" besides the ticket they had inside their car. I advise to take a picture of the ticket to serve as proof if anything goes wrong. It was a good experience.
Zachary W.
(5.0)
Extremely thankful & impressed with Sixt at the Venezia Mestre Station. I must add that Alberto was very helpful with assisting my grandmother and I. He went above and beyond to make sure that we were taken care of, as well as, also reaching out to let us know we forgot a driver license. Because of him, I will use Sixt for all my future bookings. Well done Sixt! Great team in Venice and thank you for everything!
Foxtrot S.
(5.0)
Top office in Mestre (near the train station) very helpful and friendly staff, I had an almost new Audi A3 sport. Thank you guys.
רינת ק.
(5.0)
Great service like always. Well explained! I will come back
Ahmad R.
(5.0)
Very friendly staff, made the rent process very smooth and fast.
Susan P.
(5.0)
Great car (A4 wagon) roomy for 4 people with luggage. Excellent staff. Easy to find and easy to return. Thank you!
SangJin L.
(5.0)
The staff is friendly. Check-in is very fast and she gave us free-upgrade!
Fadi F.
(5.0)
Great location by the train station and great staff.
arc j.
(5.0)
SIXT Venice Mestre Train Station,
Thank you very much for the kind and competent support.
Very friendly and fast handling of my requirements and problems on 28.2.2022 .
Grazie Mille!
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FAQs about car hire in Venice
What's the minimum age to hire a car in Venice?
To rent a car with SIXT in Venice 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 at Venice.
Can I choose a different drop-off location in Venice?
It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in Venice. A fee may apply.
What do I need to rent a car in Venice?
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 Venice?
Easily book a long-term rental at Venice by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Venice?
A damage waiver is included with your car hire. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Can I add an additional driver to my rental?
You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.