Rome is not only the capital of Italy but also the largest city in the country. Rome is also called the Eternal City. This is due to the fact that Rome was already the ancient capital of the Roman Empire. Since time immemorial Rome has been a cultural and political centre. You should explore Rome with your car hire because this will make your holiday arrangements flexible. Rome is also home to the smaller but famous Vatican city, which, together with St. Peter's Basilica and the Old City of Rome was declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1980. St. Peter's Basilica is the largest Christian church. Rome can be reached via several airports you can fly to Rome Fiumicino or Rome Ciampino airports both are situated outside of Rome. With the car you will quickly get from the airport to the city.

Situated on the River Tiber, Rome presents us with its many attractions from every century. The Colosseum is the largest amphitheater, one can hardly imagine that up to 60,000 spectators took part and experienced the spectacle. Because of the Mediterranean climate in Rome it is worth visiting throughout the year. Ancient buildings dominate the city with the more modern buildings on the outskirts of Rome. Drive your hire car to Ostia, an ancient port just outside the city, this is a destination well worth visiting.

Those who take their holiday in Rome, will not only enjoy the art and culture of this fascinating city, but also the varied nightlife. It's worth a stroll through the winding streets of the Old Town. After a delicious meal in one of the many restaurants you can also finish off the evening with a good cappuccino. Rome is also very popular with holidaymakers from France. With your hire car you can comfortably return to your holiday accommodation.