Verona car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Verona
The best car rental companies in Verona are Sixt, Hertz, Avis. Prices start from €24/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 12%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Verona
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€26/day
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#2
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€27/day
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#3
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€25/day
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#4
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€23/day
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#5
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€24/day
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#6
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€24/day
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#7
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€28/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€29/day
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#9
Maggiore
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€21/day
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Verona
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €24 | Fiat Panda | 4 |
| Compact | €30 | Fiat 500 | 4 |
| SUV | €47 | Jeep Renegade | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €63 | Fiat Doblo | 7 |
| Convertible | €90 | Mini Cooper Cabrio | 4 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Verona
Airport — Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN)
Verona Villafranca sits about 10km southwest of the city, with rental desks in the terminal and a short walk to the pickup lot — a compact, easy transfer compared to larger Italian hubs.
Downtown — Verona city center / Porta Nuova station
Downtown desks near Porta Nuova train station suit travelers arriving from Milan or Venice by rail who want a car for exploring the Veneto countryside or Lake Garda.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~12% of base rate | VRN airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €14–26/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €7–12/day | Per extra driver |
| ZTL fine (unauthorized entry) | €80–200 | Driving into the historic center without a permit |
| Autostrada tolls (A4/A22) | €8–20 | Day trips to Lake Garda, Venice, or Milan |
| Refundable deposit | €200–500 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Verona
- Verona's historic center, home to the Roman Arena and Juliet's balcony, is covered by a camera-enforced ZTL — unauthorized entry fines run €80–200.
- Verona Villafranca Airport is only 10km from downtown, roughly a 15-minute drive, making it one of the more convenient regional airports in northern Italy.
- Verona sits at the junction of the A4 (Turin–Venice) and A22 (Brenner) autostrade, making it a practical rental base for reaching Lake Garda (30 min), Venice (1h15), or Austria via the Brenner Pass.
- Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake, is roughly 30 minutes from Verona and is best explored by car since public transport around its shoreline towns is limited outside summer.
- Verona's opera season each summer at the Roman Arena draws heavy weekend traffic and parking pressure in the center — booking a car with confirmed parking or using the Arena garage is recommended.
- The A22 Brenner autostrada north from Verona is a common route for road trips into Austria and Germany, requiring an Austrian vignette once across the border.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Verona
Do you need a car in Verona?
Not for the historic center around the Arena, which is compact and largely ZTL-restricted. A car is most useful for reaching Lake Garda, the Valpolicella wine region, or road-tripping toward Venice or Austria.
How far is Verona airport from the city center?
Verona Villafranca is about 10km southwest of downtown, roughly a 15-minute drive, with rental desks right in the terminal.
Can you drive from Verona to Lake Garda?
Yes — Lake Garda is about 30 minutes from Verona via the A4 or local roads, and a rental car is the easiest way to visit multiple lakeside towns in a day.
What is the ZTL in Verona and how much is the fine?
It's the camera-enforced limited traffic zone covering the historic center around the Arena and Juliet's house. Entering without a permit brings a fine of €80–200.
Can you drive from Verona into Austria?
Yes, via the A22 Brenner autostrada north — it's a common road-trip route, but you'll need an Austrian vignette (toll sticker) once across the border.
Is parking difficult in Verona during opera season?
Yes — the summer opera season at the Roman Arena draws heavy weekend crowds and fills nearby parking. The Arena garage or a hotel with dedicated parking is recommended during that period.
What is the cheapest car type in Verona?
Economy cars like a Fiat Panda start around €24/day. Groups heading to Lake Garda together often pick a 7-seat minivan, starting around €63/day.
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