Car Rentals in Edinburgh, Scotland

Parking around the city is easy, with some free parking in downtown areas. There is garage parking as well, and tickets can be purchased for long-term use. Daily and hourly rates are also available for reasonable rates. Downtown is walkable and sites like pubs and restaurants are easy to get to on foot. Mary King’s Close is located in Edinburgh’s Old Town, which includes many winding and narrow alleyways called "closes," and is a great place for a stroll. An economy car rental is the only way to get to see scenic roads like A-9, and it’s one of the better routes in the city. If you’re downtown, there are bus and trams available to get to where you want to go.

Before you get car rentals in Edinburgh, it’s worth noting some of the driving rules. The most important is that you drive on the left side of the road. Roads are called single and double carriageways, and major roadways are labeled as A, while secondary roads are labeled as B. Drivers must yield to emergency vehicles by moving over a lane if possible. Edinburgh car rentals can be found in the city, but it’s important to understand that drivers 70 and older must obtain a British driver’s license to drive in the UK.  For more information, and to make certain laws have not changed, contact the city’s department of motor vehicles.

Before you check for rental cars in Edinburgh, you should know the requirements to rent car in the city. You must be at least 18 years old to drive or rent a car. You must also possess a valid driver’s license that is registered in your country. A debit or credit card is necessary to rent a car. Keep in mind that there might be a hold placed on your car for any potential damages. Insurance is usually included in the price of the rental, but you are solely responsible for any damages to the car. To be environmentally friendly, an electric car rental is a smart way to get around the city.

The majority of the Edinburgh car rental agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car rental centers in Edinburgh such as Enterprise, Budget, and Hertz often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

Renting a Standard car in Edinburgh during the month of June is what most travelers prefer. With temperatures averaging 59 °F and precipitation around 2.4″ during June, a Standard car is more than capable of handling these weather conditions. This is the perfect rental car type for wet roads and above-freezing temperatures. Renting a Standard in Edinburgh will cost you $290/day on average.

Europcar has the most locations of any rental car company in Edinburgh, SCT, with 7 locations. Typically momondo users find deals around $226/day when renting a car from Europcar in Edinburgh, SCT.

If you are renting a vehicle in Edinburgh, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 30 mph, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Edinburgh will generally have a speed limit of 60 mph. If you are traveling on a highway in Edinburgh, then the speed limit is 70 mph.

For an average of $99/day (and as low as $4/day), Hyundai Accent rentals in Edinburgh are the most popular car among our users. Renting the Audi A3 in Edinburgh for $76/day on average ($1/day for a cheap deal) is another popular choice.

At the moment, Hertz has the Audi A4 available for rent in Edinburgh for $31 per day on average. Keep in mind that availability for Audi A4 rentals in Edinburgh can change quickly.

During the month of May the average temperature in Edinburgh is 51.8 °F and the expected precipitation is 2″. This information is useful for travelers looking for a car rental in Edinburgh.

Travelers looking to leave from Edinburgh on a road trip around Scotland or the surrounding areas during the month of May should expect temperatures around 50 °F and about 1.5″ of possible rain through the month.

Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car rental searches for Edinburgh and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.

Yes, momondo has a filter for fair fuel policies on car rentals in Edinburgh.

Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car rentals in Edinburgh.

Yes, unlimited mileage options can be found on rental cars in Edinburgh on momondo.