Florence Bus Information
The local bus station, Piazza della Stazione, is located behind the train station in Florence. You need to have purchased your ticket before boarding. Passes can be purchased for an hour, 3 hours or 24 hours. Tickets can be purchased at newstands and tabacchi shops, and must be validated once on board (055 565 01).

Florence Taxi Information
Taxis are plentiful and always ready to take your fare. Taxi ranks are at most of Florence's main squares, they also provide a radio service (055 4390) or (055 4798).

Florence by Car
Driving can be very difficult in Florence, so you are best to find parking for your car and look for other means to get around. The traffic jams are huge and one way streets can be frustrating for the tourist who doesn't know where he is going. It is far easier to hire a car if you want to explore the countryside outside of the city.
Garages-Garage La Stazione, Via Alamanni 3A (055 284 768), Autoparking SLL, Via Fiesolana 19 (055 247 7871), International Garage, Via Palazzuolo 29 (055 282 386), Garage Anglo-Americano, Via dei Barbadori 5 (055 214 418).
Car Rental- Avis (055 213 629), Italy by Car (055 287 161), Hertz (055 307 370).

Florence by Bicycle and Motor Scooter
The alternative to driving is to hire a bicycle or motor scooter, these modes of transport make it easier to avoid the traffic jams and are a popular way to see the sights of Florence.
Bicycle and Scooter Hire- Alinari, Via Guelfa 85R, near the train station(055 280 500).Geordie Chopin (055 245 013), Florence by Bike (055 488 992).

Florence By Foot
Because Florence is a city covering a small area, walking is ideal. Florence is a pedestrian friendly city, so you will fing good paths and road crossings. Walking it is also a great way to discover some out of way churches and eateries.