Car rentals in Downtown, Washington, D.C.

At the moment, the cheapest neighborhoods to rent a car in Washington, D.C. are Kalorama Heights and Adams Morgan from Dollar and Thrifty, respectively. Dollar in Kalorama Heights has average rental rates of $28/day while Thrifty in Adams Morgan offers rentals for $28/day on average.

Most people tend to rent a car in Downtown for 9 days which costs, on average, $102 per day. If you plan on renting a car for one week, then you can expect to pay around $649 total. For a quick weekend rental, the total cost tends to average $242. $2,337 is the average cost of a month-long Downtown road trip car rental.

The most ideal time of year to rent a car is in February, which is when prices are often the cheapest. Our users have found rental car prices averaging $82 per day when booking in February. In contrast, July is the least ideal time to rent a car. Prices in Downtown during this month tend to be $119 per day on average. Don’t forget to book your Downtown car rental at least 78 days in advance for the best deals.

Prices for cars in Downtown were last updated today.

As of October 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for cars in Downtown.

Among different countries, including Downtown, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

To rent a car in Downtown, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.