Booking the right hire car

The 100,000 inhabitants of Udine mean that parking spaces are often in short supply in the city. So it’s better to book a smaller car that will allow you to use tight spaces.

Insuring the car properly

In the dense city traffic of Udine, an accident can happen quickly. In the event of damage, you are well insured if you have taken out comprehensive insurance without excess. With the liability, it is important to pay attention to the amount of the deductible. It should be at least one million euros, so that you enjoy at least some protection if people are injured in an accident or several vehicles are involved.

Accessories

Accessories such as a navigation device or child seat must always be ordered separately from your rental company. Reserve in good time so that the desired items are also available on the day of the rental.

Tank control

At some hire car companies in Udine, Trieste and Venice, it is common for the renter to buy the first tank of fuel for his hire car for an expensive service fee and then return the car with an empty tank. Usually, however, when the car is returned, a residual amount remains in the tank, which the rental company can then book as profit. To save yourself the cost of residual fuel and the service fee, you should always book with a rental company where you pick up the car with a full tank and return it with a full tank.

Customer Satisfaction Hire Car

Although most customers are satisfied with the hire car services in Udine, Trieste and Venice, there are occasional complaints about long waiting times. Especially when returning the car you should allow enough time to avoid missing train or plane. The external condition of some vehicles is also criticised by some customers. If you discover damage to your car such as scratches or dents, you should always have these defects confirmed in writing in a defect report. Keep the document safe so that you are not held liable for damage that you did not cause when you return the vehicle.

Sights in Udine

Dom: Magnificent works of art
The city tour could begin at the cathedral. Construction began in 1236, and the cathedral was consecrated in 1335. Originally, the cathedral shone in Gothic style, but much was changed during reconstruction works in the 18th century. Inside you will have the opportunity to admire some works by the artist Tiepolo. They are located in the first, second and fourth chapel on the right side. If you like the paintings, you can visit the Oratorio della Puritá afterwards. Here you will find a ceiling fresco by Tiepolo. It is entitled “Assumption of the Virgin Mary”.

Palazzo Arcivescovile: Enchanting frescoes
The Venetian painter also immortalized himself in the Palazzo Arcivescovile with beautiful frescoes depicting scenes from the Old Testament. The Diocesan Museum is also located there, with a remarkable collection of goldsmiths’ work, paintings and wooden sculptures.

Piazza Matteotti: Lively market hustle
After so much culture, you may feel like enjoying the buzz of life in Piazza Matteotti. This is the city’s market. At countless stalls, people noisily trade, examine and finally buy what they need for their daily needs. The selection ranges from vegetables to fresh fish.

Piazza Libertá: Square with lions
The Piazza Libertá is also a great place to stroll. Many buildings were built in the Venetian architectural style. Thus, at the clock tower, two Moors strike the bells, just like at the famous clock tower at St. Mark’s Square in Venice. The city coat of arms of Venice can also be found here. The winged lion dominates the fountain in the center of the square.

Via Mercatovecchio: Shopping Paradise
Near the square you will find Via Mercatovecchio. It is the shopping mile of Udine and invites you to extensive shopping tours. Also worth seeing: the Gallery of Modern Arts. Since the 19th century, works by young artists have been made accessible to the public here.

Santa Maria di Castello: Ancient church
A visit to the church of Santa Maria di Castello could be the conclusion of the city tour. Here you will stand in front of the oldest place of worship in the city. Inside, you can admire magnificent frescoes dating back to the 13th century.

Discover a beautiful hotel

Most tourists visit Udine only for a day trip. The number of good hotels is therefore limited. We recommend the Astoria Hotel Italia. It is centrally located, stylishly furnished and offers rooms with lots of comfort – marble bathrooms, safe, minibar and air conditioning.

Suggestion for a trip by hire car

San Daniele del Friuli: Ham Paradise
A first tour by hire car could take you first to San Daniele del Friuli. In half an hour you will be there. The name San Daniele del Friuli makes gourmets’ eyes light up, as the famous air-dried San Daniele ham is produced there. In the numerous inns of the town you can taste the speciality in different preparations. After the meal, you can then visit the church of Sant'Antonio Abate, with an impressive cycle of frescoes.

Spilimbergo: Charming old town
Continue your journey to Spilimbergo. Again, this trip will only take you half an hour. Spilimbergo enchants with a charming old town, whose central street, the Corso Roma, is a pedestrian zone that invites you to extensive shopping tours. The Cathedral of Santa Maria Maggiore is considered a prime example of Gothic architectural style.

Cividale del Friuli: Ancient baptismal font
There is also an impressive cathedral to see in Cividale del Friuli, the last destination on your first trip. From Spilimbergo, it will take you just under an hour by hire car. The cathedral houses the Museo Cristiano where you can admire a baptismal font from the 8th century. A century later, the Tempietto Logobardo was built, which you will find near the Nartisone River. A half hour drive now separates you from Udine. There you can review the day’s events and plan the next tours with the hire car.