Firenze, Italy
P.za della Signoria, 16R
N/A
+39 39055055
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
As a visitor that paid a premium to visit Florence, I was disappointed to learn how they treat tourists - with a rental car. I read about the strict zoning laws and was fully intending to not fall trap to that. Well - if you are fluent in Italian, you will know exactly where to not go, but as an English speaking person that has to interpret the sign you have little chance. I dropped of my family at the hotel as our host said we could do so, she even offered parking. I assumed she had a pass. Wrong! I figure to be safe and parked 10 miles out of city limits, taking a rail cart in and out of town when needed. Trying to drop of a young family close to the city, I still managed to pick up 6 X fines. (if you pass a certain point you get fined and once again when you go back) The unwillingness of local traffic enforcement to accommodate dual language signs and more importantly - letting the tourist know where they transgressed (they use cameras - you only get the fine when you get back) so that they don't repeat something they are not aware off. It really left a foul taste in my mouth. Clearly the 53mil they generate through traffic violations suits the city just fine and adds to them not doing anything to change this steady income. I will certainly preach to all that will listen that it is not a tourist friendly town - don't go!! By the way - if you challenge, there is a 90% chance of loosing your appeal at which point the fine is doubled. Not paying, don't be surprised if you see your credit card (they get that from the car rental) used. Does not help you cancel your CC. The contract with the Car Rental Co precedes the date of card cancellation.
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Nice place to stroll and take photos of historical and ancient monuments
Florence is incredibly beautiful city. The best place to be introduced to Italian renaissance.
Wonderful city. Son many sites to visit!
Wow!
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