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Golden Gate Bridge
The unique ambience of San Francisco is a result of its proximity to the ocean, the iconic hills that form the city’s backdrop, and the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge spanning the San Francisco Bay Area. The city is full of historical buildings, mind-blowing museums and art galleries, green parks and walkways, and interesting architecture—all making it a jewel of Northern California.
Apart from the numerous attractions that can be found in San Francisco itself, it is also a great gateway to discover other regional gems. It is surrounded by exquisite scenery created by the beautiful San Francisco Bay and the wild waters of the Pacific Ocean. While exploring the numerous attractions of San Francisco, Driveboo will definitely come in handy—check the offers of all local car rental companies and book your rental car in San Francisco online.
If you travel to San Francisco in winter, you can look forward to some unforgettable highlights. Here are 4 top activities you can do in San Francisco during the winter.
San Francisco - Blick aus dem Flugzeug
San Francisco is literally full of car rental companies. There is a plethora of vehicles to choose from. Therefore, hiring a car might seem like a daunting challenge. The easiest way to do it is by renting a car at the airport.
The closest airport to the city centre is, of course, San Francisco Airport (SFO), located 12.3 miles (20 km) away. However, many travellers also choose to arrive at Oakland Airport (OAK), located 20.9 miles (34 km) from San Francisco.
Fortunately, the US has entered into an agreement with most EU countries. This agreement is a guarantee that your national driver's license is enough to move around San Francisco in a rental car.
However, some car rental companies require their clients to be holders of an international driver's license, so it is better to apply far ahead of your trip in order to avoid any obstacles caused by a delay in your application.
Unterwegs in San Francisco
When you’re driving in the US and see one of the famous yellow school buses in front of you, you must stop for as long as the driver has the stop sign out. Passing by, even at a slower pace, is not allowed and is punishable with large fines.
Enjoying a stunning location against the backdrop of dramatic ocean and offering a wide variety of attractions, San Francisco is considered one of the top destinations in California. While visiting the city, you can’t miss the following highlights:
Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco
Alcatraz Island
Straßenbahn in San Francisco
Ausflug nach Los Angeles
Wave San Francisco goodbye and head for the endless summer of Santa Cruz. This beach town will cater to the needs of even the most demanding beach lovers. Take a stroll along the famous Beach Boardwalk and spend a couple of hours on Main Beach. More remote beaches include Natural Bridges Beach, Sunset State Beach, and Cowell Beach.
Berkeley is another must-see Californian city. This university town offers a stunning campus located on a scenic hilltop. Visitors will also have a unique opportunity to admire the city’s beautiful architecture and its many libraries, research centres, and galleries. You should definitely head for sites such as Sather Tower, Bancroft Library, or Sproul Plaza.
For those who enjoy solitude, Half Moon Bay is a great escape from the ambience of the large cities. A rural retreat located alongside the roaring Pacific Ocean, Half Moon Bay can be found only a stone’s throw from San Francisco city centre. The city offers picturesque pathways, hiking trails, and great weather conditions for those who would like to try their hand at surfing. Many popular surfing events and competitions are held at Mavericks Beach.
Those who aren’t fed up with the glamour of a large metropolis should also consider a trip to Los Angeles. The famous City of Angels with its bustling Hollywood district and many entertainment venues will be an ideal spot for a day full of fun.
| Destination | Distance in km | Distance in miles | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz | 122 km | 75.6 miles | 1 h 18 min |
| Berkeley | 22 km | 13.6 miles | 18 min |
| Half Moon Bay | 47 km | 29.1 miles | 40 min |
| Los Angeles | 616 km | 383 miles | 5 h 43 min |
Book a cheap rental car in San Francisco
A rental car is available in San Francisco from as little as 49 $ per day. If you only have a few days in San Francisco, a rental car is ideal for an exciting day trip.
You can book a rental car in San Francisco from as little as 340 $ per week. San Francisco is the ideal starting point for a West Coast road trip by rental car.
Especially in cities, traffic can be annoying and parking limited. So, it's ideal to explore San Francisco in a maneuverable compact car. You can get a compact car in San Francisco for as little as 52 $ per day.
The beautiful coastal city of San Francisco is best discovered by convertible. You can book a convertible in San Francisco from as little as 79 $ per day.
Pick up a rental car in San Francisco or at the airport
In San Francisco you can pick up your car rental directly from attractive locations in the city. We are colaborating with all national and international car rental companies in San Francisco to ensure you have a great choice.
Alternatively you can book your car rental at San Francisco Airport. Here, you can usually expect a higher range of car rentals and also benefit from longer opening hours. Broaden your search around San Francisco Airport to see the best deals.
Rental car easy to return in San Diego
With one way rental it is easy to pick up the rental car in San Francisco and drop it off somewhere else. San Francisco is the ideal starting point for a West Coast road trip and also perfectly located as a stopover. Also conceivable is a rental at a stadium in the city and a return at the San Francisco Airport.
Plan enough buffer time for the return of the rental car. Depending on the selected tank regulation, you must fill up the rental car accordingly. In principle, we always recommend the fair tank regulation full/full. With this you return the rented car with the same fuel level as you picked it up. To do this, simply go to the nearest gas station at your car rental. When returning the rental car, the car rental company will inspect the condition and fuel level. If everything agrees with the time of the rental, the retained deposit will be released to you again.
With many car rental providers you can already book a rental car at the age of 21. Simply enter the age in the search mask and look forward to an exciting trip with your friends through San Francisco. For drivers under 25 years, there is usually a so-called "young driver fee", which is already included in the displayed rental price. You do not have to pay any additional fees for this on site. You can find more information in the rental conditions.
You can cancel any booking free of charge up to 24 hours before the start of the rental. So if your travel plans change at short notice, you are on the safe side. Please note the opening hours of our service team for this.
“Ordering at Autoeurope was as usual to the fullest satisfaction. Pickup of the rental car in San Francisco at the local provider Alamo was problem-free, in the Choice Lane were about 10 vehicles to choose from!”
“Very friendly and fast handling, Navi even set up in German, everything great!”
“Very speedy and friendly handling of the vehicle takeover. The car was practically new with 1,800 miles on the speedometer and had a very good equipment. Completely satisfied with the Alamo rental station at the San Francisco airport - I can recommend it!”
