Book Texas car rentals from $147

Being in control of where and when you travel is a huge advantage of having your own rental car while on vacation. Call the shots during your adventure around Texas and delight in the freedom of exploring its top destinations at your own speed. Get out and discover some (or all) of this place's most well-known cities:

• Houston (population of 2,296,200)
• San Antonio (population of 1,469,800)
• Dallas (population of 1,300,100)
• Austin (population of 931,800)

Avoid paying through the nose for a rental car by following our top tips:

• Use our amazing filter tool to point you in the direction of the hottest car rental deals around — and then compare the prices;
• Arrange an email Price Drop Alert for your next exciting vacation destination. You never know what great deals will make a pit stop in your inbox;
• Check out the offers at all rental locations, including the airport terminal and its surrounds. A quick cab drive to a nearby car rental office may result in big savings;
• If your pickup and drop-off dates are not set in stone, see if you can get a better price by changing the days of the week in your search;
• See if you can keep your pickup time and your drop-off time as similar as possible. If you return your rental car later than you picked it up, you might have to pay for a whole extra day;
• Some places reward you for paying upfront — keep an eye out for these penny-pinching deals;
• The early bird catches the juiciest worm, and also the best deals! Book as soon as possible to grab some impressive savings.

Who needs all those extra frills? Economy cars are the most popular sort of rental car for visitors to Texas, and for loads of good reasons. You'll enjoy incredible fuel economy as you cruise through the streets of Houston and San Antonio in this small vehicle. They're efficient, a dream to park, and easy on your bank balance.Don't restrict your adventures to those urban areas. Texas features some dazzling scenery, such as sandy shores, prairies, and coastal plains. A ride like a convertible will help you see them in style. These vehicles are perfect for visitors who'd rather marvel at the views with the top down. Who doesn't enjoy the sensation of the wind blowing through their hair?