Frosinone Car Rental

Frosinone was once famous for its Roman amphitheater, but after it took some damage during World War Two, the town evolved into a trendy, bustling hub. Its central position makes it the perfect launching point for a long-distance tour of the surrounding regions, but if you're staying local, there are still plenty of attractions to explore.

The Abbey of Monte Cassino is one of the town's most celebrated attractions. This 528AD abbey was originally founded by St. Benedict and is widely considered to be the origin of monasticism. This imposing building has survived several invasions and disasters. Today it functions as both a museum and a monastery. When you visit, don't forget to amble across to the cemetery for the Polish soldiers who lost their lives while defending the abbey in World War Two.

The lush vineyards and manicured courtyards surrounding the abbey are every bit as exquisite as the interior's golden chapels. You'll also see breathtaking views of Cassino from the upper floors.

Avid nature enthusiasts shouldn't miss the Caves of Pastena – a massive cave system that was formed during the Mesozoic era. You needn't be an experienced spelunker to visit. This is an easy, well-lit cave with its own underground lake. Pack a swimming costume and a guidebook because tours are conducted in Italian.

Mother Nature has plenty of beauty to share in Frosinone, and II Lago di Scanno is one of her best works. This lush heart-shaped lake is surrounded by rich greenery and is known for its bright emerald waters. You can rent a boat, take a dip in the waters, or laze away the day on one of its tiny beaches.

If you're more interested in history than nature, The Crypt and Museum of Anagni Cathedral will take you back to an ancient era. It's often called the Sistine Chapel of the Middle Ages in celebration of its ornately-painted ceilings. The building has its roots in the 11th and 12th centuries, but its 13th-century crypt is not to be missed.

Your history tour won't be complete without a walk through Ausonia, a medieval municipality snuggled into the Aurunci Mountains. Here, you'll find the ancient Church of Santa Maria di Correano and the medieval castle of Ausonia.

Frosinone won't disappoint gastronomic travelers. There are enough food tours to keep you busy all year. You can take a private cooking class with Cesarine or a guided culinary tour in Pico. You'll stop by a cheese farm, do an olive oil tasting, and try out products that are endemic to the region.

You'll travel into Frosinone from the east on the Via Strada Regionale 214 or Via Strada Provincial 50. If you're headed in from the west, the A1 is your best bet. You have the option of diverting along the SS214 or taking a sharp right onto the SS156. If you're committed to making a scenic road trip, the SS7 will take you on a long, adventurous journey through Velletri, Sermoneta and Priverno. Stay alert to closures and lane restrictions on the SS156.

The town's eight districts are known for their steep, narrow streets, so your best option for travel is a car rental in Frosinone. Rush hour tends to fall between 8:00 am and 10:00 am each morning and again between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm each evening.

Frosinone's smog often rises above legal limits, so it regularly arranges temporary bans on certain high-emission vehicles in urban regions during daylight hours. It's also illegal to run your vehicle while parked. Electric and hybrid vehicles are allowed free reign, as are visitors transporting disabled passengers.

The urban center traffic proliferates between Via Tiburtina and Piazza Madonna della Neve as well as between the Via Caio Mario crossroads and the Via Tiburtina intersection. The central region has a comprehensive network of side streets running alongside the SS156, so avoiding rush hour is easier than you might think.

Frosinone offers plenty of free parking, so you can spend your savings on more exciting things. The town has on-street parking and an open-air lot near the train station. If you need to park on the northeastern side of town, the Area Di Parcheggio and Villa Comunale are right next to the SR6. In the south, there's another free lot at Parcheggio Libero.

All you need to travel on Italy's open roads is an International Driving Permit and a license issued in your home country. You'll also need to carry your insurance paperwork, passport and V5C car ownership card. With the freedom granted by a car or van rental in Frosinone, you can even take the one-hour drive to Rome along the A1. It's unmissable!