Car Hire at St. Peter's Basilica, VAT

Yes. Simply head to Expedia to hire a car near St. Peters Basilica. With other Rome attractions such as Roman Forum, Pantheon and Piazza Navona just a quick drive away, having a hire car makes it possible to see all the sights at your own pace.

Located about 0.5 mi away, Hertz is the closest car hire company to St. Peters Basilica. Europcar and Avis are also nearby. Whether you’re planning in advance or searching for a cheap last-minute offer, Expedia will help you find the perfect set of wheels for your trip to Rome. Make sure to check the “Great Deal” filter, which will list the lowest-priced vehicles for each category. You have a choice of multiple car hire companies close to St. Peters Basilica.

Start your search for a cheap £19 car hire close to St. Peters Basilica by keying in your travel dates and pick-up and drop-off locations. That’s how economical a rental car can be around this key attraction, but there are a range of factors that’ll influence how much you pay — your holiday dates are just the start. Whatever your budget or type of car you want, Expedia has fantastic offers from a range of car hire companies that’ll get you driving off for less.

No matter if you’re renting a car from Hertz, Europcar or Avis, you can drop it off at one of the outlets’ rental car return locations close to St. Peters Basilica. Be aware that many car hire companies charge a fee if the drop-off and pick-up locations are different. Once you drop your rental car at St. Peters Basilica, why not slip into your favourite walking shoes and keep on exploring?

Prices can differ, so research the options for parking at St. Peters Basilica. Browse the attraction’s official website, or use a parking app to locate nearby parking lots or garages. Free parking at St. Peters Basilica might also be available, so make sure you keep a lookout.

Recharge yourself, and your vehicle, at one of our hotels with electric car charging stations. Check for any of these getaways near St. Peters Basilica and wake up ready to explore the city with a full battery.

Rome’s closest major airport near St. Peters Basilica is Ciampino Airport (CIA), approximately 10 mi to the southeast. Or, you can jet into Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl. Airport (FCO), which is about 13 mi southwest of St. Peters Basilica. For a simple way to move around Rome, check if there are car rentals available at these airports or close by.

You’ll need to travel approximately 1 mi east of downtown Rome to visit St. Peters Basilica.

There’s plenty to see and do beyond St. Peters Basilica. Get behind the wheel of your car hire for easy road trips from central Rome. Piazza del Duomo, Marmore Waterfall and Ponte delle Torri are only a few of the attractions worth including in your travel plans.

St. Peters Basilica’s official website is the best place to check opening and closing times. You’re also likely to find details about any seasonal hours and special events. For more specific visitor information, check if there’s a social media page or call to speak with a staff member.

Get access to the best car hire deals in one place with Expedia. We work with companies big and small to offer you a range of vehicle types at fantastic prices. Want even bigger savings? Bundle your St. Peters Basilica car hire, hotel and airfares into a package. Book your wheels with Expedia and you’ll also get the peace of mind that comes with free cancellation. To cancel, just log in to our Trips portal and click on “manage booking.”