Prato is the second largest city located in the heart of Tuscany and the third largest city in Central Italy. It ideally located at the foot of the mountain of Retaia and with car hire in Prato some of the world's most famous cities of art: Florence, Lucca, Pisa and Siena are just a short drive away. Hiring a car in Prato will allow you to explore the nearby prestigious cities rich in art, culture and history or the numerous delights closer to home. These include the Textile Museum, home to cloth swatches, documents and machinery dating back to the 5th century and an expression of the city's roots in the textile industry.
Prato is packed with historical-artistic attractions for those who like to go, see and do and with a definite appeal to lovers of avant-garde entertainment. By hiring a car in Prato you can see numerous museums that house the masterpieces of famous 14th-Century and Renaissance artists, whilst the Luigi Pecci Centre for Contemporary Art possesses an impressive collection of works from the last 30 years. The Emperor's Castle in the historical town centre, the Planetary Sciences Museum, Quinto Martini Park Museum, Romanesque churches, medieval hamlets, Medicean villas all belonging to the Province are worth visiting and make renting a car in Prato worthwhile.