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Orlando Car Rental
Car Rental in Orlando
Rent a car in Orlando to experience the sparkling magic of this fun-filled corner of Florida. From the splendor of Walt Disney World to splash-tastic water parks and intergalactic adventures at The Kennedy Space Center, with a Hertz rental car in Orlando, you can see it all.
Hertz has several car rental pick-up locations across the city, including at Orlando International Airport and Sanford Airport – just a short drive away from the heart of the action. Choose different pick-up and drop-off locations for no extra charge when you reserve your Orlando rental car online – perfect for that big Florida road trip.
Collect your Hertz rental car in Orlando and cruise with the top down in a convertible to see the state in style, or pack for a family adventure with our range of SUVs. Whatever vehicle you choose, you can prepare for the trip of a lifetime, soaking up all the thrills and spills of the city with an Orlando rental car from Hertz.
Why Choose Hertz Car Rental in Orlando?
Car Rental Locations in Orlando
Popular Vehicles to Rent in Orlando
Convertibles
- 4-5 people
- 3 suitcases
- 2-4 doors
Cars
- 4-5 people
- 2-5 suitcases
- 4 doors
SUVs
- 5-7 people
- 4 suitcases
- 2-4 doors
Orlando Car Rental FAQs
Where can I park my rental car in Orlando?
It's helpful to know available parking spots before you pick up your Orlando rental car. Places to park in the city include:
- Parking garages for your rental car in Downtown Orlando, with on-street parking also available.
- Reserve a parking spot at one of the garages in advance using the Orlando.gov website. This option can be handy if you’re attending a popular event.
- Parking passes are available from Disney, which allows you to hop between different Disney-owned theme parks and avoid paying a charge for each.
What are the main roads and freeways in Orlando?
- Interstate 4 (I-4) is Orlando’s main highway. It’s eight lanes wide and runs from the northeast to the southwest side of the city.
- International Drive is the city’s most popular road, where you’ll spend time as a tourist. It’s filled with shopping malls, restaurants, and tourist attractions. Hop in an Orlando holiday car rental and take the family for a spin.
- The Beach Line Expressway leads from the City Center to attractions such as Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach.
How do I get from Universal Studios to Orlando International Airport in a rental car?
Leave Universal Studios Florida in your Orlando rental car and take the I-4 E before taking Florida’s Turnpike and FL-528 to exit 11 where you’ll merge onto Jeff Fuqua Boulevard to the airport.
Top Tips for Driving a Rental Car in Orlando
There are some basic requirements for renting a car in Orlando. These rules include needing a driver’s license, passport, and credit card before you can drive away and enjoy Orlando in your rental car. The minimum age to rent a car in the state of Florida with Hertz is 21.
A Quick Guide to Orlando
The Theme Parks
Multiple addresses across Orlando
The city's main attractions are, without a doubt, the exciting theme parks, and all are within easy reach using your Orlando rental car. From the enchanted Wizarding World of Harry Potter to the world-famous Universal Studios and the waterslides of Volcano Bay, the amazing array of theme parks make this the perfect place to enjoy a fun-filled family holiday. Car rentals in Orlando save you time, as you don’t have to rely on public transport.
The Everglades
40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL 33034-6733
The tranquil Everglades Wetlands are just a short drive away from the heart of Orlando in your rental car. Head there to wind down after the adrenaline of the theme parks and take in some of the spectacular natural scenery the region has to offer. Take an airboat tour to spot alligators and turtles hiding in the marshlands and bushes.
Kennedy Space Center
Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Go on an intergalactic journey when you head to the world-famous Kennedy Space Center. Here, you can meet real-life astronauts, see restorations of some of the world’s most iconic space crafts, and learn about the US space program. With your rental car from Orlando, the journey will take around 50 minutes in moderate traffic via SR 528, 407, and 405. Renting a car in Orlando makes exploring attractions a lot simpler. Your drive, with you in control.
Fancy a Road Trip from Orlando?
The journey to Miami takes around four hours in your Orlando rental car via Florida’s Turnpike:
- Join the I-4 W from W South Street
- Follow Florida’s Turnpike to SW 4 Ave in Miami
- Take the SW 7 street exit from I-95 S
- Continue on SW 4 Drive
- Drive to SW 13 street
Be prepared to encounter tolls along this route, and you may have to pay with coins at unmanned stations.
Alternatively, you can take the I-95 S all the way and visit some of the best beach destinations near Orlando in your rental car – including Cocoa Beach and Melbourne – on your way to Miami. Check out our road trip planner if you’re searching for an epic adventure.
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