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Car rental Montgomery
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Locations: See how quick it is to pick up Montgomery car rentals, with full details of Hertz neighborhood and airport locations, such as Montgomery Regional Airport.
Fleet: Choose exactly the right vehicle for your Montgomery trip, whether you’re here for leisure or business.
Things to do: From Alabama Safari Park to the local restaurant scene, learn more about the city’s attractions and how to reach them in your Montgomery, AL car rental.
FAQs: Boost your knowledge of one-way Montgomery car hire options and long-term rentals, with our insights and FAQs.
Renting a car at Montgomery
Book your car rental in Montgomery and explore the capital city of Alabama. With strong connections to both the civil rights movement and the Civil War, you’ll encounter American history around every corner.
With Montgomery Regional Airport just a 13-minute, nine-mile drive from Downtown, you can start your trip straight away.
Hertz car hire in Montgomery offers you plenty of flexibility, with both airport and neighborhood pick-up locations. Our wide range of vehicles makes it easy to hop between museums or follow the Alabama River out of the city.
Montgomery car rental locations
Montgomery rental car options
Popular vehicles to rent in Montgomery
Things to do in Montgomery
Alabama Safari Park
1664 Venable Road, Hope Hull, AL 36043
Perched just outside central Montgomery, Alabama Safari Park offers the chance to get closer to nature in your car rental. Covering 350 acres, the park is home to giraffes, llamas, zebras, and plenty of other animal species. Along with a drive-through trail, you can stretch your legs in the Safari Village, join a wagon ride, or even sign up for an animal feeding experience. You’ll find dining and shopping options if you need a pit stop too. Nestled off Exit 158 of I-65, it’ll take you around 20 minutes to reach Alabama Safari Park when driving from downtown Montgomery.
Central
129 Coosa Street, Montgomery, AL 36104
Set in a revamped 1890s warehouse, Central is a highly rated upscale-casual restaurant with regionally sourced menus. Typical dishes include wood-grilled gaucho cauliflower steak, mole-braised beef short rib, and seared yellowfin tuna pad Thai. With its exposed brickwork and open kitchen, Central is a destination where the past and present come together. There’s plenty of room for events and bigger gatherings too. Boasting three private event rooms, the venue can cater for between 10 and 300 people. Led by executive chef Jason McGarry, Central serves dinner five nights each week.
Hampton Inn & Suites Montgomery-EastChase
7651 EastChase Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36117
Just a short drive from downtown, this spacious hotel off I-85 boasts perks like a free hot breakfast, an outdoor pool, and fitness center access. It’s pet-friendly, offering rooms that are specially designed for furry friends. And you’ll find plenty of free on-site parking for your Montgomery, AL, car rental. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or in a larger group, Hampton Inn & Suites has lots of room choices, with the likes of king and queen suites available. On the one hand, it’s the perfect base for a tour of the city’s historic sites and other attractions. In the other direction, it provides quick access to eastern Alabama and Georgia.
Long term car rental
Planning to stay in Montgomery for a month or more? Our long-term car rentals aim to work around your schedule. Explore the city and wider Alabama with no fixed end date and no risk of penalties if your plans change. Maintenance and support are included too.
One-way car rental
With a one-way car hire in Montgomery, you’ll have the freedom to pick up your vehicle from the airport or downtown before returning it somewhere else. It can save you time and effort, with no need to go back on yourself. Just drop off the rental vehicle at your last stop.
Business rental
Montgomery is a business hub, with key industries including manufacturing and healthcare. A Hertz business car rental is an ideal way to get between client meetings, conferences, pitches, or wherever else your work takes you. Hertz Gold+ and the opportunity to skip the counter can make your business travel even smoother.
Popular road trips from Montgomery
Montgomery to Birmingham
90 miles & one hour 20 minutes
Head north on I-65 to reach the Alabama city of Birmingham. Known as the ‘Magic City’, its top attractions include the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, the Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark and the Botanical Gardens.
Montgomery to Huntsville
189 miles & two hours 45 minutes
Continue along I-65 beyond Birmingham to reach Huntsville, another historic Alabama city. Brush up on your space race knowledge at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, go biking or hiking in Monte Sano State Park, or immerse yourself in the works at the Huntsville Museum of Art.
Montgomery to Atlanta, Georgia
161 miles & two hours 30 minutes
Cross the state line to experience Atlanta, the capital of neighboring Georgia. It’s a simple route to drive: keep going east on I-85, and you’ll soon be in the heart of the city. Once there, attractions like Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Botanical Garden and World of Coca-Cola are within easy reach.
FAQs when renting a car in Montgomery
How much does it cost to rent a car in Montgomery, Alabama?
The cost of car rentals in Montgomery, Alabama, depends on the type of vehicle you pick and how long you have it for. You might also choose extras such as prepaid fuel or premium emergency roadside assistance. Start a booking to see live pricing for your specifications.
What are the requirements to rent a car in Alabama?
For Hertz car rentals in Alabama, you’ll need to:
- Be at least 19 years old
- Own a valid driver’s license
- Have a valid debit or credit card that shows the same name as your driver's license
What to see when driving through Alabama?
Alabama offers a wide range of road trip attractions. Tourism hotspots include:
- USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park in Mobile
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham
- Gulf State Park
- The Legacy Museum in Montgomery
How is the traffic in Montgomery, Alabama?
Montgomery, Alabama, is well connected, with easy links to I-65 and I-85. And with a population of under 200,000, it’s not the largest city to navigate. However, you could still face traffic pinch points during the morning and evening rush hour.
Do you have to pay for parking in downtown Montgomery?
Yes, you’ll generally pay a charge to park in downtown Montgomery, Alabama. You can pay for on-street parking via meters, kiosks or the ParkMobile app. A range of parking lots and decks are also available, with charges varying by duration.
How much does it cost to park at Montgomery Airport?
The cost of parking at Montgomery Regional Airport depends on how long you’re planning to stay. The airport splits its parking facilities into short-term, long-term and accessible parking, with different costs for each. The airport accepts cash and traveler’s checks, plus Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express cards.
What is a must-see in Montgomery, Alabama?
It all depends on what you’re looking for from your trip. With the city playing a key role in the civil rights movement, you can improve your knowledge at places like the Rosa Parks Library and Museum and the Civil Rights Memorial Center. The city boasts a variety of family-friendly attractions too, including Alabama Safari Park and Montgomery Zoo.
