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Planning a Southern California visit? Secure your Los Angeles car rental from our extensive network of convenient locations, such as Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or downtown branches. Select a convertible vehicle for optimal sun exposure. Customize your rental further by incorporating bookable extras including additional driver privileges.
Los Angeles functions as the global entertainment industry's epicentre whilst hosting numerous beaches and a highly desirable climate. Ranking among the United States' largest urban centres, comprehensive exploration benefits from Los Angeles car rental services. From weekend rentals to long-term arrangements, SIXT provides comprehensive solutions.
Los Angeles Driving Guidelines
Following your Los Angeles car rental collection, your Southern California exploration commences properly. Maintain these guidelines for optimal travel experience:
- Extensive freeway systems: Los Angeles maintains a reputation for substantial traffic volume, accompanied by exceptionally wide freeways spanning five to six lanes. When operating on such expansive roadways, exercise caution during lane transitions and maintain right-lane positioning if unfamiliar with freeways of this scale.
- Elevated temperatures: Los Angeles regularly experiences high temperatures—excellent for beach activities but potentially problematic upon vehicle return. Prioritize shaded parking locations or garage facilities to prevent leather upholstery and seatbelts from excessive heating.
- Multi-modal traffic: The city operates public transportation systems including buses and shuttles, whilst downtown and coastal areas feature significant pedestrian activity. Monitor for designated bus lanes and consistently grant pedestrians priority passage.
- Lighting requirements: Los Angeles and broader California legislation mandates headlight activation whenever weather conditions require windscreen wiper usage, irrespective of time.
Remember these points alongside our comprehensive California driving recommendations to maximize journey satisfaction.
Los Angeles Attractions
Los Angeles car rental provides autonomy to explore this Southern California destination comprehensively. Consider these prominent locations during your stay:
- Griffith Park: This renowned urban park encompasses extensive territory containing numerous hiking and equestrian trails. Elevated vantage points deliver spectacular panoramic city perspectives, complemented by the art deco Griffith Observatory.
- Santa Monica Pier: This historic pier features an amusement park and aquarium, plus abundant retail shops, cafés, and dining venues warranting exploration. Following entertainment activities, a brief walk reaches the beach for coastal relaxation. Add this to your Los Angeles itinerary.
- Coastal drives: Los Angeles offers numerous picturesque coastal routes for enjoyment. Palos Verdes Drive, Mulholland Drive, and the California Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) represent three of the most celebrated options.
Los Angeles ranks among America's most frequented tourist destinations, with evident justification. Whether confining activities within city limits or undertaking a California road journey, extensive exploration opportunities await. Collect your Los Angeles car rental and begin your adventure.
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Good to know when renting in Los Angeles
We offer our Diamond Service at Los Angeles International Airport. Among the perks are access to our Diamond Lounge and chauffeur service at arrival and departure.
You can rent a car with SIXT in Los Angeles from the age of 21 with a valid driver’s license. Some car categories require the renter to be 25. An underage fee applies.
Booking an SUV is a great idea so you can take a group on a tour of the city’s attractions. This is also a great vehicle to keep your group comfortable in freeway traffic jams. To save on gas, book a compact car.
It is possible to rent a car one way between a SIXT station in Los Angeles and a neighboring state. A fee may apply. For more information about one-way rentals, please see the rental information.
Have your plans changed? Don't worry! Select our flexible option when booking and change or cancel your reservation free of charge.
If you don't have a credit card, most SIXT locations also accept debit cards in the name of the main renter for some car rental categories. You will also need to show up to 2 forms of government-issued ID and meet other criteria depending on the rental location and where you live.
There are toll roads in Los Angeles and payment methods vary by location. Find here more information on Los Angeles toll roads and check out the local toll rules before driving, or use a GPS app to find toll-free routes if you prefer to avoid them.
Find the best car rental rates in Los Angeles for your travel dates through our booking funnel. Prices can vary based on the pick-up/drop-off location, car type, number of rental days and demand. Optional protection and add-ons may also affect the final cost. To save more, book your rental well in advance and choose the prepaid option when possible. Don’t forget to check our latest car rental deals—they might apply to your trip.
Learn more about our car rental pricing here.
Yes. SIXT places a temporary hold on your credit card at pickup for the amount of the deposit. For payments with debit cards, please refer to our rental information for more details about deposits. The amount depends on the location and vehicle. Please check for more details on payment information in this article.
In the U.S., generally a minimum of $200 will be charged to the payment method for security purposes. The deposit for high-value vehicles may be higher. Non-airport locations in Texas, Colorado, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Illinois have higher minimum authorization amounts. Additional details on the deposit can be found in this article.
Reservations are by vehicle category (“or similar”), not by an exact model. When a "guaranteed model" option is shown for your dates and location, selecting it reserves that specific model. Otherwise, you’ll receive a comparable car in the same group with similar size and performance subject to availability.
The exact mileage policy for your booking is shown during the reservation process, so you’ll know what’s included before pickup.
Vehicles rented at most SIXT locations in the contiguous United States may be driven throughout the contiguous states. Travel into Canada must be in accordance with our geographical restrictions, which can be found in our rental information. Travel to Mexico is not allowed. If you drive outside authorized areas, a fee of $0.50 per mile will apply.
All renters and authorized drivers must present a valid, unexpired, original driver’s license at the time of rental. Renters with a non-U.S. driver's license may also need to provide a valid passport or other government-issued ID. Licenses in non-Roman alphabets (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic) must be accompanied by an international driver’s license. If the license is from a country not in the international driver’s license treaty, an official translation is required. See our rental information for full driver’s license and age requirements.
