Car Rental - Amarillo

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Rent a car in Amarillo to explore the Texas panhandle. Situated halfway between the New Mexico and Oklahoma borders, Amarillo is a thriving city along the original Route 66 with its own unique history, art and culture.

Pick up your rental car from Amarillo’s Hertz office in downtown to be moments from the city’s best sights and steakhouses. Choose a sleek sedan for smooth driving through the city or a large SUV for family road trips along Route 66.

Renting a car in Amarillo puts you in command of your trip. Take a trip back in time to the Old West at the Panhandle Plains Historical Museum or embrace your creative streak at the Cadillac Ranch – where ten graffitied Cadillacs stand half-buried in the ground. A short drive with your rental car from Amarillo leads you to the country’s second-largest canyon at Palo Duro Canyon State Park or you can swap rugged rocks for tropical flora at the Amarillo Botanical Gardens.

Reserve your car rental in Amarillo today with Hertz and begin your Texan adventure.

Amarillo Locations

A Quick Guide to Amarillo

Amarillo Museum of Art

Amarillo Museum of Art

2200 South Van Buren Street, TX, 79109

Each year the Amarillo Museum of Art showcases around 15 exhibitions which feature paintings, sculptures and photographs from their 2,000-strong collection along with contemporary artwork by local artists. They also host lectures, classes and films to educate and engage visitors of all ages. It’s a great day out for the whole family – and entry is free.

Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Palo Duro Canyon State Park

11450 State Highway Park Road 5, TX, 79015

Make for the great outdoors with a trip to the Grand Canyon of Texas. In just under 30 minutes with your rental car from Amarillo, you can reach this breathtaking state park that offers more than 30 miles of hiking and biking trails. You can learn about the canyon at the on-site visitor center, also a great place to pick up a few souvenirs.

Amarillo Botanical Gardens

Amarillo Botanical Gardens

1400 Streit Drive, TX, 79106

While it started out as a small garden club in the late 1920s, today the Amarillo Botanical Gardens is a regional landmark known for its seasonal floral displays. Discover a treasure trove of exotic plants in the Mary E. Bivins Tropical Conservatory and explore four acres of themed exhibits, including a Japanese Garden and Butterfly House.

Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown

724 South Polk Street, TX, 79101

Contemporary rooms, convenient location and historic roots make this downtown hotel the perfect base for exploring Amarillo. You’ll still find features from the original Fisk Building in the lobby, including a 1927 letter box and the vintage freight elevator. Enjoy breakfast and dinner at The Bistro restaurant or grab an on-the-go snack from The Market. On-site parking is available for your Amarillo rental car.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Amarillo

2301 Cinema Drive, TX, 79124

Located east of Downtown along Interstate 40, this all-suite hotel offers a warm welcome to the city with a dash of Texan hospitality. Stylish suites capture the artistic side of Amarillo and feature high-end furnishings, open-plan living spaces and premium bathroom toiletries.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown

550 South Buchanan Street, TX, 79101

Treat yourself to an elegant room at the Embassy Suites hotel, complete with complimentary breakfast and luxury amenities, including an indoor pool and sauna. The Amarillo Civic Center is on your doorstep if you’re in town for any concerts, shows or a conference. Plus, you can enjoy a delicious steak dinner at the chic hotel restaurant.

Ohms Cafe & Bar

619 South Tyler Street, TX, 79101

This family-owned restaurant takes pride in its high-quality ingredients and adds a creative twist to classic Texas cooking. Try grilled lamb lollipops with smoked yams or blackened chicken tortellini in spicy tomato cream – and save room for the daily dessert specials too.

The Big Texan Steak Ranch

7701 East Interstate 40, TX, 79118

Drive east with your rental car from Amarillo along the famous Route 66 to this Wild West-inspired steakhouse. Known for its eye-catching exterior and impressive 72oz steak challenge, this hard-to-miss eatery offers a memorable dining experience near Amarillo. Choose a barbeque classic like baby back ribs or opt for the Big Texan’s specialty steaks.

Macaroni Joes

1619 South Kentucky Street, TX, 79102

Transport yourself to the streets of Tuscany at this charming Italian bistro. Savor fresh seafood, signature pasta dishes and prime cut steaks with a rustic atmosphere. Villa facades and hanging vines create a unique indoor-outdoor setting, while candle-lit tables add a touch of romance to your meal.

Driving In and Around Amarillo

  • Public Parking Garage South Buchanan Street (79101) offers 24/7 parking in downtown Amarillo for your holiday car rental, close to the Amarillo Civic Center.
  • ANB Parking Garage (79101) has more than 400 spaces along South Polk Street, offering easy access to Amarillo’s local cafes, restaurants and stores. It’s free to park your rental car in Amarillo here after 5pm.
  • On-street parking is available throughout the Downtown area. Time restrictions vary depending on the zone, so make sure you check the signs before you park.
  • Interstate 40 (I-40) is a major highway which runs through northwest Texas. It heads west across the New Mexico border towards Albuquerque and continues east to Oklahoma City – overlapping with parts of Route 66.
  • Interstate 27 (I-27) connects the city to Lubbock and is known as the Canyon Expressway in Amarillo.
  • Texas State Highway Loop 335 (Loop 335) forms a belt around Amarillo with links to the major highways going in and out of the city.

How to Get From Amarillo to Palo Duro Canyon State Park

The Grand Canyon of Texas is around a 30-minute drive from downtown Amarillo. Once you’ve picked up your rental car in Amarillo, head south along Pierce Street and take the slip road onto I-27. Follow I-27 south for 17 miles and take Exit 106 onto the I-27 Service Road. Turn left onto TX 217 East and continue for 10 miles to arrive at the state park.

 

How to Get From Amarillo to Oklahoma City

Get your kicks along Route 66 with a four-hour drive from our Amarillo car rental lot to Oklahoma City. Follow the I-40 east where it overlaps with the ‘Mother Road’ and continue through McLean to visit the oldest gas station in Texas. As you pass across the Oklahoma border, you can stick to I-40 or take Exit 176 to follow the historic highway all the way to Oklahoma City.