Transportation in Florence

Pedestrian Florence

While walking around Florence, please remember to look for the pedestrian crossings marked by wide white stripes painted on the ground. ALWAYS pay attention to the flow of traffic and to pedestrian crossing signals, and be careful on narrow sidewalks. Be aware that Italians are generally fairly aggressive drivers.

Automobiles and Scooters

Because of the differences in European traffic flow, road signs, ZTL (limited traffic zones), insurance and liability laws, NYU Florence strongly discourages the rental of cars, mopeds, or other vehicles by students who are not accustomed to driving in Europe. NYU cannot provide assistance in the event of legal or mechanical difficulties, and students are bound by all local laws.