You’re probably curious about what else is near you. Head a little outside of Spotsylvania and you’ll encounter big-name attractions. Charlottesville is 43 miles away and home to Monticello. It’s worth paying a visit.

If you’re here for primarily business-related purposes, you’ll likely be heading to Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center. It’s located 12 miles away.

Here are our top suggestions if you want to bag the biggest discounts on a car rental:

• Our terrific filter tool is going to become your new best buddy. Measure up the hottest discounts from all of the top rental car companies quickly and easily
• Register for our Price Drop Alert email and be in the know when prices fall for your location
• Peruse the offers at all rental locations, including the airport terminal and surrounding area. A quick cab trip to a nearby car rental center might reward you with some significant savings
• If your vacation dates are not carved in stone, try scoring a lower price by choosing different days of the week in your search
• To avoid paying late fees or for a whole extra day, try to keep your pickup and drop-off times the same
• Some companies reward you big time for prepaying — keep an eye out for these kinds of offers
• The early bird catches the juiciest worm, along with the best deals! Book now to score some impressive savings.

With your very own set of wheels, Spotsylvania is your oyster. People visit this captivating city for many reasons, and here at CarRentals.com we have the ideal car for each of them. The main priority for large families is space (and legroom). Depending on the size of the family, that could mean anything from a full-size car to a 12-passenger van. Travelers on a budget like the fuel-efficiency of our smaller cars, such as an economy or compact car. If you’re in the mood to turn some heads in Spotsylvania, you could even have a glimpse at our special category for a ride that’ll make any car aficionado weak at the knees.

Sometimes it’s all about the journey, which makes choosing the right car important. If you’re about to embark on an epic road trip around Spotsylvania, a spacious SUV could be the answer. If you’re looking for the cheapest price possible and plan on doing a lot of city driving, a budget compact is hard to beat. All you have to do is choose what will suit you best, round up the troops, and hit the road.

There’s more to getting on the road in Spotsylvania than just buckling up in the driver’s seat and turning the key. Get the scoop on the main rules and regulations here:

In Spotsylvania, you’ll have to keep to the right-hand side. When traveling someplace new, it’s wise to choose a vehicle with automatic transmission. That way, you can concentrate on the road ahead and save worrying about gear changes.

Nabbing a parking space in Spotsylvania shouldn’t be too hard. Of course, it can depend on the time and place — it could be tricky parking in the very center during peak periods.

As with most places, roads get busy in the rush hours before and after work. However, with a population of around 4,200, traffic jams aren’t a big concern in Spotsylvania.

Speed limits vary throughout Spotsylvania, but typically range from 20mph to 70mph. Most residential zones have a top speed of 25mph unless marked otherwise.

Generally, one of two things will happen. Your car rental company may charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the most common approach. Or it may provide your contact information to the relevant local agency so the fine is issued straight to you.

As with many places, standard cell phone usage is not permitted while cruising in your car around Spotsylvania. An exception applies for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just make sure you maintain focus on the road.

In Spotsylvania, it’s illegal to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.08%. If you plan to have a couple of drinks with lunch or dinner, it’d be wise to leave the rental car at your hotel.

Road rules in Spotsylvania allow drivers at a red light to turn into the lane closest to them, without waiting for it to turn green. Before turning, the vehicle must come to a complete stop and the driver must make sure that the way is clear before continuing on.

Subject to some exceptions, seat belts are mandatory in Spotsylvania County.