Grab your bags, exit the arrivals hall at Florence Airport (FLR-Peretola), and collect your rental car. Which one you motor off in depends on where you’re going. If you’ll be primarily driving in downtown Prato, around 7 miles from the terminal, select something zippy. A compact car that’s easy to handle will be perfect for those busy city streets. But with a smorgasbord of things to see, like the striking bays of the surrounding region, you may want to make a few pit stops. A bigger vehicle, like an SUV or a full-size car, will make lengthier road trips more comfortable.