If your trip to Valenca is all booked but your itinerary is a little on the empty side, let us give you a helping hand.There’s nothing more enjoyable than discovering new places. While you’re staying in town, Praia Fluvial do Taboão - Festival Paredes De Coura and Quinta do Seixa ought to be among them. If you still have tons of energy and room on that travel schedule, Valenca Fortifications also awaits.

If you’re after an interesting pit stop, turn your steering wheel in the direction of Braga. It’s home to terrific attractions like Bom Jesus do Monte and Santa Barbara Garden. You’ll find this place 30 miles from Valenca. Porto, 60 miles away, is another destination that’s worth the journey. Visit Casa da Musica and Porto Cathedral, two popular sights in the area.

Valenca boasts some breathtaking stretches of coastline, and what better way to explore them than from behind the wheel of your very own rental car. See what fascinating shells and treasures you can find dotted along the shore at one of these famous beaches:

• Praia de Eiras (10 miles away).
• Ladeira Beach (14 miles away).
• America Beach (14 miles away).

Whether you’re getting away solo or with the family, CarRentals.com will help you find the perfect wheels for your Valenca trip. An economy car is a great option if you’re going to be spending nearly all of your time in the center of the city. Cheap to rent and efficient, these vehicles will take you from A to B easily and quickly. If you feel like standing out from the crowd, take a peek at our special rental category. You’re certain to find something that’ll turn a few heads! Got the youngsters in tow? A roomy full-size car will tick your boxes.

For some people, owning a high-end vehicle is little more than a lofty dream. But renting your dream ride is absolutely within your grasp! Imagine the feeling of rolling into town in a swish sports car, even if it’s just for a short while. Or maybe all you’re chasing is a budget ride to get you quickly from A to B. Affordable or flashy? Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a rental car to suit your style in Valenca.

You’ll need to stick to the right when driving in Valenca. In addition to that, take some extra caution if it’s your first time behind the wheel here. Once you’re familiar with local driving habits, you can relax and start enjoying the scenery!

For the most part, finding a spot to park the car in Valenca isn’t a difficult task. If you’re planning to venture to one of the busier sights in town, it would be wise to look at parking options before you set off.

As with most cities, roads get busier just before and after work during the week. However, with a population of about 14,200, traffic jams aren’t a big problem in Valenca.

Yes. In Valenca, speed limits range from 50km/h to 120km/h. Residential areas have a default speed limit of 50km/h unless stated otherwise.

Most of the time, your rental company will bill the fined amount to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may forward your contact details to the relevant local agency so they can send a fine straight to you.

Like many places, regular cell phone usage is not permitted while operating a vehicle in Valenca. There is an exception for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just make sure you stay focused on the road.

While behind the wheel in Valenca, it’s a criminal offence to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) higher than 0.05%. Planning to have a drink or two with lunch or dinner? Consider booking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

No, so don’t risk a fine by doing it. In Valenca, red means stop, with no exceptions. When approaching a set of traffic lights, always maintain a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.

Yes, so buckle up. However, there are exceptions for vehicles run by public transportation networks.