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Driving in Palermo: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need your licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Palermo, bring your driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended in Palermo if your licence is not in English or issued outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
City streets are narrow and lively.
Driving in Palermo involves sharp turns, one-way streets and unpredictable traffic flow. Use a sat nav to avoid ZTL (Limited Traffic Zones) and stay calm in the older parts of the city.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
ZTL zones apply — no tolls in town.
Palermo has ZTL areas in the historic centre that restrict unauthorised vehicles. Toll roads are used on motorways outside the city and are paid at booths by cash or card.
Parking your car in Palermo
Parking requires payment and space is limited.
Street parking in Palermo is mostly blue-zoned and paid. It’s often full near the centre, so use a public car park or choose a hotel with parking to avoid the stress.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy — EV charging is limited.
Petrol stations are available in and around the city. EV charging stations in Palermo are growing but still limited — use Enel X or PlugShare to find one near your accommodation.
Local driving style and tips
Driving is lively, especially in the centre.
Local driving rules in Palermo are followed, though city traffic can be busy and energetic. Stay alert for scooters and sudden lane changes, and take your time navigating the older, narrower streets.
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The most popular car rental companies in Palermo

Hiring a car in Palermo: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyECH
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily price£80
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Palermo

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Palermo 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 Palermo for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Palermo avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

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

Skip the queues

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

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Palermo will set you back around £80 per day or £71 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Palermo is a compact crossover (similar to SUVs). The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car hire companies in Palermo are currently Italy Car Rent and Target.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Palermo is currently October.
On average, around £71. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Palermo is £55.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Palermo for a whole month is £1,514. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Palermo, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Palermo that have free cancellation. 
Yes – you can easily find car hire 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 transport 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, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Palermo.
Most places – Palermo included – allow under 25s 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 excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is £16 per day. The average price per day is around £80.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like ECH, Eurorentcar and Felirent offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated ECH as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van hire is available in Palermo.

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