Rent A Car San Francisco To Explore The City By The Bay

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Rent a Car San Francisco gives you the freedom to explore the City by the Bay. From Fisherman’s Wharf to the famous stepped neighborhood of Nob Hill, it’s an ideal way to make the most of your trip.

Find great deals at local airports and neighborhood locations. Enjoy the convenience of one-way drop-offs and free cancellation.
Pickup and Drop-off Locations
If you’re flying into SFO, your car rental will be waiting for you at the consolidated rental car center, which is served by shuttles from all the airport terminals. This is also where you’ll drop off your vehicle when returning your rental.

SFO’s AirTrain is a free, fully automated people mover system that operates 24 hours a day and stops at all terminals, the airport parking garages, and the rental car center. You can also Rent a car London Highams Park cars from off-airport locations like Burlingame or South San Francisco, and some companies (including Payless) offer off-airport pickups at SFO.

Driving in San Francisco can be challenging, and you’ll need to be especially attentive for both the busy streets and bicyclists. For the best experience, we recommend taking public transportation — the city has a great network of cable cars, streetcars, buses, and trains that will get you where you want to go. The only downside to this is that it can take longer than driving a car, and public transport is often busier during peak travel times.
Vehicle Types
The most popular vehicle types in San Francisco are economy car rentals and convertibles. If you’re looking for a more comfortable ride, consider booking a SUV or luxury car rental. There are also plenty of options for van rentals in San Francisco if you’re traveling with a large group.

Be sure to read the fine print and understand all fees and taxes before completing your car rental reservation. Many online car rental companies include additional driver fees, fuel charges and other hidden costs in the total price. You should also make a copy of your confirmation screen when you book to match it with the driver when picking up your vehicle.

Be mindful of SF’s narrow streets and crowded, hilly terrain. Parking can be a challenge as well. Avoid getting stuck by paying attention to the street signs and keeping an eye out for taxis as they frequently zip in and out of traffic. A GPS may be a helpful investment for driving around the city.
Additional Drivers
The renter’s spouse or domestic partner (who meet the age and driver's license requirements), fellow employee on a business trip, or companion for a physically impaired customer are all considered "authorized drivers." Additional drivers must appear at the time of pickup to sign the rental contract and present their own valid driver’s license.

Allowing an unauthorized driver to operate your rental car puts you at risk and can cost you dearly if the unauthorized driver gets a ticket or damages the vehicle. Plus, the rental company will likely invalidate any insurance coverage you may have negotiated for and possibly even take legal action against you.

Is it really worth that risk?
Insurance
Whether you're an international tourist or a regular local, driving around San Francisco can be challenging. Traffic can be congested and the streets are full of one-way roads and lanes reserved for buses. It's always a good idea to map out your routes ahead of time or pick up a GPS unit for the car rental.

Insurance is an important consideration when renting a car. Rental car companies require that you buy liability protection in case of an accident that damages their vehicles or the property of others. They also want you to purchase a loss damage waiver, or LDW, which waives your responsibility for the cost of repair or replacement in case of an accident or theft. Many consumers have homeowner's or renter's insurance that covers personal belongings and may not feel the need to add an additional coverage option. In addition, some credit cards offer primary auto rental coverage. If you have enough coverage, it is usually best to decline the insurance offered by the rental car company.