If you arrive in Florence by car, park it and use public transportation  or special tourist transportation  to reach the chief parts of the city.

Pay particular attention to the notices marking the points of access to the Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL), which corresponds to the historic centre (monitored by electronic gates with information in English), to enter which requires previous authorization.

If you are looking for accommodation, the hotelier to whom you have applied or the garage where you intend  to park can provide you with temporary access to the ZTL according to a specific procedure.

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Italian motorway system

Italy has many motorways connecting most important cities from North to South. Florence is on the Milano-Roma A1. You pay a toll on Italian motorways; if you need information check the web site

In Florence

If you arrive in Florence by car, it is worth parking it and using public and tourist transport to get around.

Particular attention should also be given to signs indicating that you are entering the Restricted Traffic Zone (ZTL) which covers the area of the historic city  center.

Access is controlled by video cameras and you will need prior authorization to enter if you want to avoid a hefty fine.  If you are looking for accommodation the hotel you decide to stay in or the garage where you intend to park can enable you, by means of a specific procedure, to enter the ZTL temporarily.

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