Lugano car rentals from C$ 69/day

On average a rental car in Lugano costs C$ 84 per day.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Lugano. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

The only car rental company onsite at Lugano airport is Budget.

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A Compact car rental in Lugano costs C$ 112 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Lugano costs C$ 213 per day, on average.

An Economy car rental in Lugano costs C$ 169 per day, on average.

In Lugano, cars are most frequently rented at Budget Via Clemente Maraini 14 (1 km from city centre ).

Because some roads are wide and others narrow, the best type of car to drive in the city is a small car. This way, you can navigate all roads easily. All you need to do is choose a vehicle that meets your travel needs. Choose a spacious car and one with modern safety features to help you navigate streets you aren’t familiar with. If you don’t know the type of car to choose, ask your rental agency to recommend one for you.

Lugano is strict on speed limits and road safety. When driving outside built-up areas, the maximum speed limit is 80 km/h (50 mph). If driving inside built-up areas, such as school zones and residential areas, the maximum speed limit is 50 km/h (31 mph) to ensure the safety of residents and children. If driving on motorways, don't exceed 120 km/h (75 mph). Lugano has speed limit signs on many streets and zones to guide drivers to improve safety. In addition, the streets have traffic cameras to monitor the drivers' speed limits and improve the safety of drivers and pedestrians.

The best place to park a car in Lugano is downtown. The city offers several paid parking lots and garages with ample spaces. Smart Lane charges 2.26 CHF (2.58 USD) for 2 hours, 232 High Road charges around 1.64 CHF(1.87 USD) for 2 hours, Chingford Station charges about 7.36 CHF (8.39 USD) for 2 hours, and Richmond Road charges around 3.05 CHF (3.48 USD) for 2 hours. Also, avoid parking in ZTL zones, including Hotel Admiral, Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola, and Hotel Vezia, because these are restricted zones. The city has reliable buses and trains to connect you to the city if you park outside the city.