Car rental in Bristol

Travel in and around Bristol with a rental car

The most convenient way to explore the many attractions situated inside and outside of Bristol is by rental car. With Driveboo, you can easily compare different car rental offers and book your rental car directly online. With a population of almost half a million, Bristol is the biggest city in the beautiful southwest of England and a gateway for many tourist attractions in the region.

It boasts one of the country’s oldest ports, which allowed the city to develop into a major trading centre in the region. In the past, the city was a famous starting point for many exploration voyages to the New World. Today, it has an important role in both the film and music industries. It offers many art galleries and shopping opportunities to travellers who choose Bristol as their holiday destination.

Where is it possible to rent a car in Bristol?

There are plenty of opportunities to find a car hire office in such a big city as Bristol. However, if your preferred way of travelling is by plane, it would definitely be most convenient to choose something from one of the car rental companies right at the airport. Bristol Airport (BRS) will is the ideal gateway to your perfect English adventure. Other airports that can be found fairly close to Bristol include:

Renting the car right at the airport will grant you the freedom to immerse yourself into your adventure right away!

Car hire Bristol - Important traffic rules

• Drive on the left side of the road. Inexperienced drivers are advised to first practice their skills on less frequented roads.
• You can drive if you possess a European driver’s license.
• All drivers in England must be at least 18 years old
• Drivers must have a valid driving licence
• All passengers must wear seat belts

What are the speed limits for cars in England?

Explore the surroundings of Bristol with a rental car

Renting a car in Bristol will allow you to move freely between the numerous natural attractions and monuments scattered around the region. For example, lovers of pristine natural areas should definitely head towards Cheddar Gorge. It is one of the many National Nature Reserves in this part of England. The gorge is famous for its system of interesting stalactite caverns. While visiting Cheddar Gorge, you cannot miss Gough's Cave with its multitude of underground chambers, or Solomon’s Temple, with its exquisite spires. The gorge also features an awe-inspiring Lookout Tower that will give you the opportunity to take in a beautiful and breath-taking view of the whole valley.

With a rental car, you will also be able to travel around the nearest tourist cities, namely Gloucester, Oxford, Bath, Exeter, and Plymouth.

Below is a list of some other places of interest in the region, along with their distance from Bristol:

Attractions of Bristol you could discover with a rental car

The harbour area holds many attractions in store for tourists. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit a number of museums, galleries, and exhibitions. However, Bristol Aquarium is probably the area’s must-see attractions. The Floating Harbour is also popular for its number of walking trails.

This most well-known church in Bristol was erected in the 13th century and can be found on the southern side of the Floating Harbour. It is characterised by clustered pillars, a hexagonal porch, and an extensively ornamented doorway leading to the church’s opulent interior. Along with Bristol Cathedral, it is one of the most prominent examples of religious architecture in Bristol.

The bridge is a must-see attraction in the city. It spans the breath-taking Avon Gorge, which is part of a stunning and vast limestone plateau. The construction of the bridge was completed in the second half of the 19th century.

This museum and gallery is the perfect destination for fans of fine arts and history. The most remarkable collections stored inside this monumental building are probably the oriental collection and the Old Masters. The latter collection is devoted to the works and technical achievements of Brunel.