Car rental in Rome

With our service, you can arrange car rental in Rome with minimal upfront payment and low deposit requirements. We've gathered competitive offers from Italian rental companies. Compare conditions and choose the option that suits your needs.

A rental car ensures freedom of movement and helps make your journey more enriching. Within a short time, you can visit Rome's famous historical sites, and if desired, embark on a road trip across all of Italy. Such a journey will be memorable for years to come!

Advantages of Car Rental with Localrent

Our clients highlight several significant advantages of the Localrent service in their reviews:

1. Small advance payment when booking. The prepayment amounts to 15-20% of the total rental cost. Final payment to the rental company is made on-site when collecting the car keys.
2. User-friendly website. Clear interface and convenient filters (by brand, class, technical specifications, deposit size, driver age, etc.) help you quickly find the right option without wasting time browsing all available offers.
3. Transparent pricing. The rental cost including all options is automatically calculated on the website during booking. The final price is locked in when making the prepayment.
4. Low deposit requirements. Among our service offerings are vehicles with deposits starting from €100.
5. One-way rental options. You can pick up a car in Rome and return it in Naples, Milan, or another Italian city.

Requirements for Car Rental

To rent a car in Rome, you will need:

• Valid driver's license
• Passport
• Bank card
• Voucher (booking confirmation)

Additionally, consider the rental company's requirements regarding driver age and experience. These are specified in each vehicle listing. To quickly find suitable options, it's best to use the filters. By indicating your age and driving experience, you'll see all available options matching your criteria.

Traffic Rules in Italy: Essential Navigation Insights

Italy follows right-hand traffic with standard European traffic regulations. However, there are specific differences outlined in the Italian Highway Code (Codice della Strada). Key considerations include:

Speed limit regulations:

• Urban areas: up to 50 km/h
• Outside urban areas: up to 90 km/h
• Expressways (Superstrade): up to 110 km/h
• Highways (Autostrade): up to 130 km/h
• Restricted Traffic Zones (ZTL) require special permits for entry - plan your routes carefully to avoid these areas.
• Roundabout navigation: Priority typically goes to drivers already on the roundabout, but exceptions exist. Watch for specific signage carefully.
• Daytime running lights must be activated outside urban areas at all times.
• Alcohol limits: 0.5 per mille for drivers over 21, zero tolerance for drivers under 21.

Italian drivers maintain an active driving style - frequent overtaking, sudden braking, headlight flashing, and horn usage are common. Maintaining caution, staying calm, and following traffic regulations helps avoid both fines and road conflicts.

Parking in Rome: Strategic Tips

Finding available parking in Rome's center during weekdays proves challenging due to maximum congestion. More practical options include using park-and-ride facilities near ZTL zones. Underground parking garages often have availability but cost significantly more than street parking.

Parking zone identification by marking colors:

• White zones: free parking
• Blue zones: paid parking
• Yellow zones: reserved for specific vehicle categories (tourists cannot park here)

Blue zone parking typically becomes free from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM.

Fuel Stations

Rome has numerous fuel stations operating around the clock. Fuel prices vary by station type - self-service stations offer lower prices than full-service locations.

How to Book a Car in Rome

Booking a car in Rome through Localrent is straightforward:

1. Select pickup and return cities from the dropdown menu, along with rental start and end dates
2. Click "Filters" and check required parameters: vehicle class and brand, transmission type, engine, drivetrain, maximum daily rate, payment method, insurance type, etc.
3. Open your chosen vehicle listing and add options if needed
4. Complete the form with additional details: pickup location and time, renter personal information, email address, phone number
5. Make the advance payment

You'll receive email booking confirmation (voucher) which can be printed or presented electronically to the rental company.

Must-See Rome Attractions by Car

Rome captivates visitors with its abundance of historical monuments. The Colosseum and Pantheon, ancient mausoleums and basilicas, triumphal arches and classical columns - these attractions draw tourists from around the world.

Renting a car allows maximum trip diversification. Include these popular destinations in your itinerary:

1. Colosseum (Flavian Amphitheatre). This ancient amphitheater is UNESCO World Heritage listed and considered the symbol of the Holy Roman Empire. It once hosted gladiatorial contests, naval battles (the arena was flooded), and public executions.
2. Roman Forum. These ancient ruins are known as "Rome's heart." The complex includes the Temple of Venus Purifier, the "Black Stone" obelisk where legend says Romulus died, the Temple of Saturn, and the "Navel of the City" temple.
3. Pantheon. This temple built honoring ancient gods represents one of Rome's most ancient attractions. It houses tombs of notable figures: artist Raphael, Kings Victor Emmanuel II and Umberto I.
4. St. Peter's Basilica. Considered the city's symbol and confirmation of Christianity's victory over paganism. The basilica's dome is visible from any point in the capital. Until the late 20th century, it was considered the world's largest Christian religious structure.
5. Capitoline Museums. This complex of three palazzos connected by underground galleries features unique artworks including: the Capitoline Wolf, ancient Venus sculptures, and late Medieval paintings.

Rome's roads are excellent, and if you don't plan to travel beyond the capital, a compact car represents the best rental choice. It navigates even narrow streets easily, parks more conveniently, and costs less to rent.

Where to Pick Up Your Rental Car in Rome

We recommend selecting your vehicle pickup location during booking. Different rental companies offer varying locations. Some deliver vehicles anywhere in the city, others to Leonardo da Vinci Airport or Central Station, while others only provide pickup at their rental office.

All available pickup locations are visible in the "Pickup" menu on our service's main page.

Localrent Rental Tips

We've prepared several helpful tips to avoid unnecessary problems and ensure maximum travel comfort

Plan your route in advance

Rome's center has many areas where vehicle traffic is prohibited. To avoid lengthy delays and inconvenience during your trip, locate the nearest parking in advance. The same applies to old narrow streets where driving will be difficult.

Inspect the vehicle upon pickup

Document all visible body and interior damage, plus fuel tank level. This prevents issues when returning the vehicle.

Pay attention to signage

Familiarize yourself with Italian traffic rules before traveling, and stay particularly alert to road signs. Individual city zones may prohibit traffic or establish speed limits different from standard regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions