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Driving in Milan: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You'll need a valid license and a passport.
To rent a car in Milan, bring your license, passport, and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP Milan) is strongly recommended if your license isn't in Italian or English.
Navigating city driving
Central Milan has many restricted zones.
Driving in Milan means navigating narrow streets, ZTL (Limited Traffic Zones), and busy traffic circles. Use navigation apps to avoid restricted areas and peak-hour congestion.
Tolls, emissions zones, and charges
Expect toll roads and low-emission rules.
Toll roads in Milan are common outside the city and use ticket or electronic systems. The Area C zone charges non-exempt vehicles to enter central Milan on weekdays. Pay online or via local apps.
Parking your car in Milan
Parking in Milan can be pricey and restricted.
Street parking in central areas is limited and color-coded (blue = paid, yellow = residents). Multistory parking lots and hotel parking are easier options.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find – EV charging needs planning.
Fuel stations are common across Milan. EV charging stations in Milan are growing but still scattered. Use apps like Enel X or PlugShare to locate them.
Local driving style and tips
Roads in Milan can feel fast and busy.
Expect quick lane changes, traffic circles, and regular use of the horn in central areas. Stay alert in traffic, follow signs carefully, and give yourself extra time to navigate unfamiliar streets.
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How to book the best car rental deals in Milan

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van rental options in Milan that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Milan for a whole month

Want to rent a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Milan avoid costly admin in between pickups by renting out cars for longer periods. So see whether monthly car rental is cheaper than the three weeks needed by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on filling up the tank as you take off in Milan, look out for deals with a "full to full" fuel policy, as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

Skip the lines

We call out keyless pickup when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up means no lines. Just turn up at your preferred Milan car rental location, hop in, and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

If you're looking for freedom to explore Milan, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car rental deals with a "full to full" fuel policy as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

We also clearly highlight car and van rental options in Milan that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car rental companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select "Return car to a different location" when you search with us.
Public transportation can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, and for as long as you want. You'll also be able to discover more outside of Milan.
Most places – Milan included – allow people under the age of 25 to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance deductible for young drivers.