Rent Cars in San Diego

Hire a car in San Diego, a coastal city and a popular holiday destination for Americans and travellers from around the world alike. With miles and miles of famous beaches, and all year round sunny weather, its easy to see why San Diego is a favourite destination for so many holiday makers. Excellent facilities for tourists and many scenic drives await those visiting the city, and your hire car will give you the freedom to explore the region and see the sights at your own pace. Auto Europe offers several car hire pick up locations in San Diego, California, and a large fleet selection, so finding a car rental in San Diego is both easy and economical.

Touring San Diego with a Car Rental

A great way to start your trip to San Diego is by driving along the 59 Mile Scenic Drive with your rental car. The drive begins at Broadway and will take you to many of the city's most popular attractions. The route is marked by yellow signs with pictures of seagulls on them, so simply follow the signs to stay on track.

There are a few attractions in San Diego which are a must for anyone spending time in the area. Drive your hire a short distance east from the harbour to Balboa Park, the largest cultural park in North America. Here you will find many museums, ranging from historical to scientific, as well as art galleries, gardens and restaurants. Just a little north of the park, you will find San Diego Zoo, which is regarded as the best zoo in the country. Home to many animals not found in zoos anywhere else in the world, a visit is sure to be a day of fun for both young and old. If you are lucky enough to be in San Diego around February, be sure to drive your rental car to a high point along the coast and do a spot of whale watching. California Grey Whales migrate south each year, and are often close to the shore.

Also worth visiting is Sea World, a marine park home to many aquatic species from around the world. The killer whale shows are world famous and highly recommended. Sea World is located in Mission Bay, just north of the main harbour. Being a coastal city with great weather, San Diego has long had a close connection with the sea. The San Diego Maritime Museum has many great displays on the city's marine past, and is home to the Star Of India, the oldest active sail ship in the world, definitely worth checking out.

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