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Orlando is super fun and diverse city. It may be the theme park capital of the world, with over a dozen of them, but it’s also a hub of excellent restaurants, nightlife, shopping, and surprisingly, nature. You probably wouldn’t expect for find over 100 lakes around Orlando, but the city will surprise you. Orlando is widely considered a car city - it’s huge and the public transport system is fairly new. Although it’s possible to get around by bus, it’s more time consuming and much less convenient than by car. That’s why we think hiring a car is the best way to see all that Orlando has to offer. You can move at your own pace, visiting as many of the theme parks and lakes as you can fit in.
Orlando International Airport has plenty of big name, international car hire firms to choose from. You’ll probably recognise names such as SIXT, Enterprise, Avis, Hertz, and there are also more budget-friendly car hire firms like Alamo, Caro Car, and Budget. The local, independent firms tend to be even more budget-friendly - look out for Dollar Car Rental, Woopcars, and the aptly named Cheap Car Rental in Orlando.
Although it’s convenient, hiring a car at the airport tends to come with additional fees. If you want to sidestep those fees and hire a car in the city, you’ve got tonnes of choice. You’ll find them all over the city. However, if you don’t want to go around the city comparing deals, there’s a collection of car hire firms on McCoy Road in Bell Isle. It’s just a five minute drive away from the airport, so you don’t have too far to go. There, you’ll find smaller, independent car hire names. There’s One Switch, Flex, Action, Clubs, and more. But if you want to go with an international name without paying the extra fees at the airport, you’ll find a whole string of reputable car hire firms on International Drive. There’s Avis, SIXT, Budget, Hertz, and more, all within a short walk of each other.
With beautiful wide lanes, relatively slow speed limits, and well signed roads, driving in Orlando is a breeze. You’ll love the freedom and flexibility of exploring this diverse city on your own accord, the fact it’s easy to drive around is the cherry on top. Even Downtown Orlando, where even in it’s typically a no-go zone even in the most car-friendly cities, is a good driving experience.
Drivers need to be over 21 years of age to hire a car in Orlando
It’s illegal to drive without having your driving license on your person - be sure to always have it with you
The speed limit in residential areas is 30mph
If a speed limit isn’t posted anywhere, it is 55mph
• Be sure not to drive too slowly either! Especially on the freeway, you’ll get fined for driving under 40mph
• You can’t turn right on a red
• You can turn left on a flashing amber
• If you’re driving a medium-sized family car, you can expect to pay around $50 for a full tank
Want to explore more of the Sunshine State? In Orlando, you’re conveniently located in the heart of Florida and the best way to experience a new place is by getting on the road. If you don’t mind the four-hour drive, a trip to the Everglades National Park is a must-see. Explore the sawgrass marshes and overgrown swamps that are home to crocodiles, alligators, panthers, the endangered leatherback turtle, and many other animals. It’s certainly an adventure. For something entirely different, a road trip to the John F. Kennedy Space Center is extraordinary. Located just an hour outside of Orlando, you can easily do this trip and be home in time to spend the afternoon by the pool.
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