- Just like the theme park rides that require a minimum height, car rental services in Florida also have their own terms and conditions. The minimum age to rent a car in Orlando in 2016 and 2017 is 21. Also, if you’re aged between 21 and 25, you may be subject to a surcharge of between $20 and $25 per day – a nasty surprise if you aren’t expecting it. It can be avoided though; just opt for the Young Driver’s Package from Alamo or National.
- With so many toll roads out there, you might want to equip the car with a satnav that can be programmed to help you avoid them. The car hire companies usually try to charge a small fortune for the privilege, so consider taking your own.
- As well as paying for entry to the resort attractions, you may have to cough up cash to park your car. Different parks offer different deals, depending on whether you’re staying with them or the type of pass you buy. Check ahead for offers in 2016 and 2017.
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The open road. The Great American Road Trip. Route 66. You can see the appeal for visitors to rent a car in Orlando in 2016 and take to the roads themselves.
With so many theme parks to get to, car hire in Orlando offers the most flexibility and is probably the best use of your time. Plus, it’s easy to explore the rest of Florida and get to other key attractions outside of Orlando, such as the Kennedy Space Center, which is about an hour away by road.
With so many theme parks to get to, car hire in Orlando offers the most flexibility and is probably the best use of your time. Plus, it’s easy to explore the rest of Florida and get to other key attractions outside of Orlando, such as the Kennedy Space Center, which is about an hour away by road.
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Where can I hire a car?
Most of the major Orlando car hire companies, including Avis, Alamo, Enterprise, Thrifty, Budget, Dollar and Hertz, have representation at both Orlando International Airport and Orlando Sanford Airport.
It pays to compare online and find a cheap Orlando car hire deal before you travel. This guarantees not only the best rates, but the widest availability too.
After a long flight, you may not fancy a drive. In which case, have car rental in Orlando come to you. Some car-rental firms deliver to customers and some have offices at hotels.
Driving in Orlando
Driving in Florida is so simple. Cheap Orlando car rental is easy to find, and many of the roads and highways are long and straight, with street names and directions to theme parks and other attractions clearly marked.
Downtown Orlando is an exception, with a simple grid system and a number of one-way streets, but for anyone used to narrow roads and roundabouts it will still be a breeze.
With the city expecting so many visitors annually, car parks at most attractions are vast.
Beware toll roads and congestion
One thing to bear in mind when driving in Orlando is the toll roads, which can be something of a pain.
If you are picking up a car at Orlando International Airport, you will probably encounter one fairly soon, as the main highway out, the 528, has a large number of tollbooths. All you need do is slow down and hand over some bills and change – the price depends on the size of your vehicle.
If you are lucky, your Orlando car rental company might include an electronic pass, such as a SunPass or E-Pass. In which case, drive right on through the appropriate lane and the cost will be billed to you later. Driving on toll roads might be quicker, but the cost of them can quickly rack up, turning what you thought was cheap car hire in Orlando into a much more expensive affair.
The I-4, the main highway cutting through Orlando, gets congested during rush hour and is at its worst in the early mornings until around 9am, and from about 3pm to 6pm. Plan any journeys to and from theme parks or away from Orlando outside of these times to avoid traffic jam-induced road rage.
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