Southwest Florida car hire

On average a car hire in Southwest Florida costs £36 per day.

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Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Southwest Florida are Fort Myers (64% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Southwest Florida), Sarasota (21%) and Naples (4%).

On average a car hire in Southwest Florida costs £251 per week (£36 per day).

On average a car hire in Southwest Florida costs £1,077 per month (£36 per day).

Renting a car in Southwest Florida is to your advantage because this region has a ton to offer visitors. For example, you can explore Everglades National Park at the southern tip, then drive up the coast to Fort Myers and Cape Coral, and even farther north to Tampa. There is public transport available in the form of buses, but if you utilize these you will have to rely on fixed schedules and you may experience delays, especially as connections between cities can be scarce. As a result, Southwest Florida car rentals are the best way to explore the region as you like.

Driving in Southwest Florida is pretty easy. The roads are in good condition throughout the region and drivers generally respect the rules of the road. When in suburban and rural areas, you will need to keep an eye out for cyclists and pedestrians who will share the road with you. The climate in Southwest Florida is such that it frequently experiences heavy rains, so try to avoid driving during these conditions as they can significantly reduce visibility.

In Florida, you must be 21 years old to rent a car. However, some car rental companies may charge young driver fees to those under the age of 25. Certain car categories, such as luxury and exotic, may also be restricted only to drivers 25 and older. In addition to your driver’s license, you will need a credit or debit card in your name. If you are a foreign renter, you will need an International Driver’s Permit if your license is not written in English, as well as your valid passport.