Car Hire Ottawa

Hire a car in Ottawa in order to get around the city and enjoy the activities offered within the surrounding parks and mountains. Ottawa is the capital of the second largest country in the world and is widely considered to be one of the most scenic capital cities there is. With a culture that encompasses both French and English traditions, it is a North American city with European flair.

Although it's not far from the city, you will need a hire car to reach the most popular and largest Park named Gatineau Park, a 363 square kilometre park. This park is only 20 minutes driving from the city centre but hiring a car is highly recommended to get around the wide green area due to its large size and poor public transportation to get there. Gatineau Park offers a wide variety of recreational pursuits. There are bicycle and hiking trails; swimming, canoeing, and kayaking on the river; and in the winter, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

If you prefer downhill skiing, take your rental car and head to Mont St. Marie, less than an hour's drive north. Ottawa is also a burgeoning cultural centre and has several performance venues and a variety of world-class museums to visit.

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Convenient Locations in Ottawa

Auto Europe offers a wide selection of pick-up and drop-off locations throughout Ottawa and works with the top, trusted car hire suppliers operating within the city, including Europcar, Avis and Hertz. Auto Europe offers fantastic rates on the ideal car hire for your travel plans. Use our booking engine to compare rates at pick-up locations throughout Ottawa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hiring a Car in Ottawa

Can I use third party insurance for my car hire in Canada?

In Canada, third party insurance policies are obtainable from credit card companies such as Visa, MasterCard, Discover and AMEX. Dependent upon your credit card and card company, your insurance plan can vary. Compare and contrast third party insurance coverage and discover what protection is available for your travel plans.

Can I book a one-way car hire in Ottawa?

One-way auto hires in Ottawa are not merely possible but Auto Europe in fact offers our clients with superb rates on one-way hires all over Canada. Within our booking engine, you can easily check out rates from several drop off sites easily. Get a fantastic rate for your vacation plans in Ottawa and request a quote today.

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Useful Driving Distances and Day Trip Ideas in Ottawa

• Airport to the city (14km)
• Ottawa to Perth (86km)
• Ottawa to Old Chelsea (17km)