Rent your camper van or RV in Florence and enjoy an unforgettable road trip through the picturesque cypress-lined hills of Tuscany. The city is often named the birthplace of the Renaissance and is rich in cultural heritage. The Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Pitti, and the impressive Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral are just some of the fantastic places waiting to be discovered. What are you waiting for? Start your dream road trip under the Italian sun today!
From Florence Airport (FLR): From the airport, board bus LAM FI-PO toward “Prato centrale” for 16 stops to “Via delle Fonti 6”. From here, it’s a 6-minute walk to the roadsurfer station. Alternatively, you can take a 15-minute taxi or Uber from the airport.
From Firenze Santa Maria Novella Train Station: From the station, take the regional train (REG) to “Prato Centrale” (Trenitalia). From here, you can take a taxi or transfer to the connecting bus LAM ROSSA toward “San Giorgio a colonica” for 13 stops to “Via delle Badie 5”. From here, it’s a 3-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Parking information
Please be aware that there is no long-term car parking near the roadsurfer station. The most convenient option is to leave your car at home and travel to us by public transport. If this isn’t possible, there are long term parking options at Florence airport, and at the Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station.
Rent an RV or Camper Van in Florence with roadsurfer
Explore beautiful Tuscany, from its Renaissance art and historical architecture to its sun-soaked hills. Walk and bike through the countryside, visit vineyards and ancient villas, and stroll the city streets of Florence, Pisa, Lucca, and Siena. Read on for our top tips on how to get the best start for your roadsurfer road trip.
U.S. citizens do not need a visa for short tourist visits to Italy. Here’s what you should know before your trip:
Americans can visit Italy and other Schengen Area countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa.
You must have a valid U.S. passport; it’s recommended that your passport is valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area.
Border officials may ask for proof of onward travel or a return ticket, confirmation of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.
Italy is part of the Schengen Area, allowing easy travel between member countries during your stay.
Starting in 2025, Americans will need ETIAS approval to enter Italy and other Schengen countries. Be sure to apply online before your trip once ETIAS is in effect.
RV Parking in Florence
As with many European cities, it’s best to avoid parking in the center of Florence. Parking spots are few and small, and Florence has a ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone) meaning you’ll be fined for driving in without specific permission – look out for the well-marked ZTL signs. We recommend parking at a train station on the outskirts of town and using public transportation to explore Florence. If you must park in the city, the underground parking lot at Porta a Prato station (Via Elio Gabbuggiani, 7, 50144 Firenze) will fit camper vans under 6.5 feet tall for a price of around 20 euros per 10 hours.
Nearby Gas Stations
Before you return your roadsurfer camper van, you can refill with diesel and AdBlue at one of these convenient gas stations near our location here:
Q8, Via Aldo Moro 3 Prato 59100
Please note: The AdBlue service station information provided is for guidance only and is provided without warranty of any kind; customers are advised to check the information for accuracy on their own responsibility, as roadsurfer assumes no liability for the accuracy or timeliness of the information.
Water Tank Info
When you rent a camper van or RV in Florence, you’ll need to fill up your fresh water tank at the start of your trip and empty any grey water before returning it. Fresh water can be found at RV service areas (see list below), gas stations, and campgrounds, or you can buy large bottles of water from grocery stores. Black water can be disposed of at larger campgrounds, or the service areas listed below.
Area scarico e carico per camper comunale, Via Lisbona, 2C, 50065 Pontassieve FI
Conad gas station, Via di Maliseti, 14, 59100 Prato (large Conad grocery store on the other side of the road)
Piazzola scario camper, Galilei, 1, 59100 Prato
Best Time to Visit Florence
The best time to rent a camper van or RV in Florence is during the low season when there are fewer tourists, especially from March to June, as well as from September to October. During these months, temperatures range from a pleasant 59°F to 74°F in March to May, and 71°F to 83°F in June, September, and October. Please note that during Easter and in August, the city can be very crowded and the waiting time for sightseeing is longer than at other times of the year.
We highly recommend the Festa della Rificolona, a beautiful lantern festival that you can view in the Piazza della S Annunziata, which takes place in September. You can also check out the Biennale Mostra Mercato Internazionale dell’Antiquariato, a large international antiques fair held in Palazzo Corsino sull’Arno, which takes place every odd-numbered year in October.
Campgrounds near Florence
Camping The lands of Poggio dei colli Carmignano
Villa San Michele Camping GREVE IN CHIANTI
Agricamping L’Apicorno Tavarnelle Val di Pesa
The olive garden in Pistoia camping Lamporecchio
Camping in unspoiled nature Gambassi Terme
Agricamping Borgo Agna Loro Ciuffenna
Stopover area in the Tuscan beer garden. Malafrasca-San Frustino
