Getting Around
The best way to explore Florence is on foot as the city centre is compact, and traffic is restricted. There is a comprehensive bus network (ATAF) operating from 5.30am until midnight. Tickets are valid for 90 minutes for a single-use ticket, or multiple-ride tickets of two or four 90 minute-uses can be purchased. Tickets must be validated by punching them in a machine when passengers board the bus. Tickets, and various bus passes, are available from any vendor displaying the ATAF sticker, such as newsagents, automatic dispensers, coffee bars and on-board the bus.
Using taxis in Florence is difficult, as they cannot be hailed on the street. Taxi ranks can be found outside the train station and most tourist sites, or they can be phoned.
Airports
Florence Peretola Airport
Florence Peretola Airport is located three miles (5km) northwest of Florence.
Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
Location
Florence Peretola Airport is located three miles (5km) northwest of Florence.Getting to the city
The airport is connected with the city by a bus service from the central railway station every half hour, operated by the local Florence city bus company ATAF. The bus is called the Volainbus and runs from 6am to 11:30pm. The route typically takes 20-25 minutes and you can buy a ticket directly from the bus driver or from newsagents and coffee bars in the airport. Note: you must buy roundtrip tickets before boarding the bus, not from the bus driver.
Time
GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the last Sunday in October).Car rental
Auto Europa, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, and National/Maggiore operate car hire facilities from the airport.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are located in front of the terminal and the journey to downtown Florence takes roughly 15 minutes.
Facilities
Airport facilities include a lost and found, information desks, VIP lounges, public phones, disabled assistance, medical facilities, and a variety of shopping and dining options.
Parking
Short and long-term parking options are available.