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Travelers looking to rent a vehicle in Italy would be wise to pick up a car rental from the Genoa Airport, from there they can conveniently visit the sites in the city of Genoa or continue on to explore the Ligurian coastline and the rest of Italy. Compare rates at Genoa's Airport with rates at other pick-up locations in Genoa including the Principe Rail Station in Genoa. Due to its proximity to the French border, The Genoa Christoforo Colombo Airport would be the perfect place for travelers continuing on to France and beyond to drop off their one-way car rental.
Auto Europe has been working with some of the top car rental suppliers who work with travelers to Genoa. Well-known brands like Avis, Europcar and Hertz are just a few of the suppliers you can find a great rate with our booking engine. Compare rates between all these suppliers and different vehicle classes all in one place. Compare rates today to find the best price for your rental car in Genoa.
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Avis at Cristoforo Colombo Airport Aeroporto Di Genova, Genoa, Italy 16154 +39 010 650 7280 |
Avis Hours: Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM Sat - Sun: 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM |
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Hertz at Cristoforo Colombo Airport Via Pionieri e Aviatori d'Italia, 1, Genoa, Italy 16154 +39 344 190 6449 |
Hertz Hours: Mon - Sun: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
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Europcar at Cristoforo Colombo Airport Via Pionieri e Aviatori d'Italia, 44, Genoa, Italy 16154 +39 010 650 4881 |
Europcar Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sat: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Sun: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM & 2:00 - 6:00 PM |
Although the Genoa Airport cannot be compared to Rome Fiumicino or even Milan Malpensa, it does boast world class boutiques, duty-free stores, and restaurants inside the departure terminal. With several daily flights to most major European cities (such as Rome, London, Munich, Paris, Madrid, and more) the Cristoforo Colomobo airport in Genoa is the perfect gateway to Europe and it is the ideal place to start your trip to Italy. Genovesi cuisine is rooted in seafood, and if one has not had an opportunity to try the local seafood while in the area, there are plenty of options (though pricey) to sample the local cuisine in the airport.
Being the capital and financial center of the Ligurian region, Genoa has a wide variety of options for accommodations, be it budget or luxury. There are many well-known international chains, such as NH, Clarion, and Best Western that all possess excellent views of the coastline and are reviewed well. If you need help renting a car at Genoa Airport or require assistance with hotel arrangements, don't hesitate to contact one of our travel experts!
To rent an automobile in Genoa, Americans are required to present an International Driver's Permit at pick-up. To shop for an IDP, please head over to the local AAA. There they can be obtained for about $20. Please click on the hyperlink to understand more about the brand new IDP laws for international drivers in Italy.
| Cristoforo Colombo Airport Via Pionieri e Aviatori d'Italia, 1, Genova, Liguria, 16154 IATA Code: GOA ICAO Code: LIMJ Latitude: 44.413333 Longitude: 8.8375 General Information: Genoa Airport, also named Cristoforo Colombo Airport is an international airport built on an artificial peninsula, 4 NM (7.4 km; 4.6 mi) west of Genoa, Italy. It is the most important airport of Liguria and it serves the city and Port of Genoa. It is currently operated by Aeroporto di Genova S.P.A. which has recently upgraded the airport complex. Just over 1.4 million passengers travel through Genoa's busiest airport each year. |