Rules for Driving in Florence

Make sure you check out the rules and stay safe driving in Florence.

 
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The first, and best tip about driving in Florence is don't! Because of congestion in the narrow Florence streets, it's wise to stick to public transport in Florence, and save your Florence hire car for when you get out of Florence. As you'd expect from in the country of Ferarri, around Florence roads are often great fun to drive along.

Speed limits in Florence

90kmh on main roads and local roads outside Florence.
110kmh for vehicles up to 1099cc. on superhighways around Florence.
130kmh for vehicles above 1100cc on superhighways around Florence.
In Florence and other cities and towns, the limit is 50kmh.

General Florence driving tips

High-beam headlights can be used only outside Florence and other towns.
At crossroads in Florence, give way to vehicles from the right.
When driving in Florence, only overtake on the left.
On autostrade around Florence, keep your low-beam lights on at all times.
In Florence, you drive on the right and pass on the left.
Florence police can dispense on the spot fines for offences.
Many Florence roads have a toll, so when driving in Florence, keep change in the car.

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