Organising car hire in Croydon is very straightforward and will have you on the road in no time. Simply pre-book online and pick up your car from a range of downtown locations. 

Despite the town having a contemporary feel, Croydon actually has more than 1,000 years of history behind it. This can be witnessed by visiting attractions such as Croydon Minster where no less than six Archbishops of Canterbury are buried. The impressive Croydon Clocktower houses the Museum of Croydon which displays artefacts from the local area and tells the story of the town through the ages. 

If you're looking for a fantastic day out with the kids, head to Croydon Kidspace which is a huge indoor play area featuring a climbing wall. It's suitable for children up to the age of 11. 

If you'd prefer a little retail therapy, you'll get your fix here, with the town offering everything from well-known high street stores to independent boutiques. Check out Centrale shopping centre, the Whitgift Centre, St George's Walk and North End. 

Or, if you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle, Riddlesdown Common will allow you to indulge in a bit of peace and quiet. The 43 hectares of green space offers tranquil walks, and as a biological site of special scientific interest, you are sure to spot wildlife if you keep your eyes peeled.

Croydon benefits from being very close to London. In fact, you can reach there in around 45 minutes by car. 

On arrival you can take your pick of what to do. The sights of the capital are normally high on every visitor's list so you may fancy heading to the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Tower of London. It's also a shopper's paradise, with Oxford Street crammed full of all your favourite high street stores and quirky finds being showcased at markets such as Portobello in Notting Hill which is held on a Saturday. An array of eateries and bars catering for every possible taste will leave you spoilt for choice and there is a buzzing nightlife scene if you fancy dancing the night away.

Or how about getting completely out of the city and into England's green and pleasant land? The North Downs Way is around an hour away and showcases 153 miles of breathtaking scenery. Passing through the Kent Downs and Surrey Hills, here you can breathe in the fresh air as you enjoy hiking through rolling hills and green meadows and passing through attractive towns and villages.