Book San Diego County car rentals from $30

If your trip to San Diego County is all organized but your itinerary is looking a little empty, let us give you a helping hand.You may need to ask your boss for an extra week off, because San Diego County is simply bursting with unmissable attractions. First off, be sure to see San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park. Don’t miss San Diego Zoo and University of San Diego either.You’ll have to rise with the sun if you want to check out all the notable attractions this place has to offer. San Diego City College and Petco Park are non-negotiable. USS Midway Museum and Maritime Museum of San Diego shouldn’t be overlooked either.Not far from the city center, Seaport Village is one attraction to consider putting on your to-do list. Waterfront Park and San Diego Air and Space Museum are also nearby and worth a detour.

You’ll want to check out nearby San Clemente City Beach. What’s 55 miles when you’ve got your own set of wheels? The drive there is half the fun! Explore the area beginning with San Clemente Pier, San Clemente State Beach and Casa Romantica. Situated 60 miles away, Salt Creek Beach is another popular destination. If you swing by, make sure you check out Main Beach Park, Mission San Juan Capistrano and Dana Point Harbor.

San Diego County has some picturesque seaside areas, and there’s no better way to experience them than from behind the wheel of your own rental car. See what treasures you can find dotted along the shoreline of one of these popular beaches:

• Coronado Beach (3 miles away).
• Gator Beach (3 miles away).
• Coronado Municipal Beach (4 miles away).

Networking and chatting with new people can be draining. So if you’re traveling to San Diego County on a business-related trip, you’ll be glad to hear that there are some excellent places to kick back and relax near these popular convention centers:

• San Diego Convention Center (0.5 miles away).
• Spreckels Organ Pavilion (1 mile away).

Traveling to San Diego County to cross off SeaWorld and LEGOLAND® California? Now that’s what we call a road trip of a lifetime! But it’s wise to give a little thought to how you’ll get about. Driving in this urban jungle can be challenging, so choose something small, like a compact car. You’ll be zipping past traffic and snapping up parks like a true local. If you’d prefer to leave the driving for outside the city center, that’s all right with us too. Reserve something more comfortable and a little bigger, like an SUV, and discover the sandy shores of California.

You’ll be glad to hear that there’s a great range of both economy and luxury rentals in San Diego County. What you go with is largely dependent on how much you’re willing to spend and what you plan to do. Specialty vehicles are hard to beat if you’re all about comfort and class. If you’re splurging, why not go for a fully kitted-out SUV, or perhaps a stylish mid-sized sedan? Alternatively, if you’re just after a set of wheels to get you around town as efficiently as possible, we can help you out with a versatile compact vehicle (or something else that won’t break the bank).

People drive on the right side of the road in San Diego County. Even though it may seem similar to home, we suggest driving a little more cautiously in destinations you’ve never been.

It can be. Circling the block searching for a place to park is a common experience in San Diego County. Getting within walking distance of top attractions is easier if you research your options ahead of time.

As the population of San Diego County is roughly 1,394,900, you’re likely to come across some congestion in the heart of the city. Before and after work is when traffic is at its worst, so you may want to avoid the roads during these times.

Speed limits vary in and around the city of San Diego County, but typically range from 15mph to 70mph. Most residential zones have a maximum speed of 25mph unless marked otherwise.

Normally your car rental company will charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card, including local taxes and surcharges. Or they may supply your contact details to the relevant local authority, who’ll then issue a fine straight to you.

As long as you have hands-free or Bluetooth functions enabled, it’s fine to use your cell phone while operating a vehicle in San Diego County. But ensure you keep concentrating on the road.

In San Diego County, it’s a criminal offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) in excess of 0.08%. If you plan to have a few drinks over dinner, it’s a good idea to leave the rental car at your hotel.

Yes it is. But before you turn, you are required to bring the car to a total stop and only move on if there’s no approaching traffic.

Seat belts are mandatory in California. That being said, these rules may differ for certain vehicles, like those operated by public transportation systems.