Car Rental in Cardiff

Hire a car in Cardiff, the capital and largest city in Wales. Home to 317,500 people, Cardiff is definitely a city on the rise. Cardiff has had more than 11.7 million visitors since 2006. There are plenty of historical landmarks, museums, restaurants, clubs and more for you to enjoy during your stay.

The area was originally developed by the Romans in 75 A.D. and grew slowly over the centuries. However, during the Industrial Revolution, Cardiff experienced a strong period of growth, due mostly to its geographical location. The city rests on a relatively flat plain, surrounded by small hills with large coal deposits, which was, and still is, a resource in high demand.

Money from coal during the Industrial Revolution is what helped build Cardiff into the booming city that it is today. Renting a car from Auto Europe will enable you to move around Cardiff at your own pace. Auto Europe offers several Cardiff pick up locations and a large rental car fleet, so finding a car rental is both easy and economical.

Exploring Cardiff with a Hire Car

During your time in Cardiff, UK, make sure you visit the Cardiff Castle. This ancient fortress has an incredible amount of history behind it. It was originally started as a Roman fort, built in 55 A.D. In 1091 it was redeveloped into a Norman keep by a nobleman, Robert Fitzhammon.

Over the years the building fell into disrepair, and William Burges was commissioned in the 19th century to lead a large refurbishment of the castle in a medieval, Gothic style. The addition of luxurious, ornately designed rooms makes this castle truly a marvel of the Gothic Revival Movement. The castle has even hosted a couple of rock concerts in its day, and can seat over 10,000 people.

Use your discount car hire to get to Cardiff Castle and any of the other exciting destinations that Cardiff, Wales has to offer. The best part is that Auto Europe offers the guaranteed lowest rate on car hires in Cardiff, so you can take the money you saved and put it towards enjoying your holiday.

Useful Distances and Day Trip Ideas in Cardiff

City to Airport - 22km

Brecon Beacons National Park - 67km

Swansea - 65.5km

Newport - 25km

Rent a Car in Cardiff with Auto Europe

For a great day trip, take the A470 Highway north to the Brecon Beacons National Park. Drive over to "Waterfall Country" for an outdoors experience like no other. You can hike through lush green forests, enjoying the soothing sounds of the flowing water and bird calls. The rivers Mellte, Hepste and Nedd Fechan meet and cascade their way over moss covered ledges into pools below.

Having a car hire during your trip to Cardiff will make it easy to take day trips to places like Brecon Beacons National Park, and other nearby destinations. You can book a car hire in Cardiff online, or review our Cardiff car rental FAQ. For more information about Auto Europe car hire and our discount prices, please use our online form to contact us.