Car Rental - Mobile

 

Rent a rental car in Mobile, Alabama to discover this historic city on the banks of Mobile Bay. It’s known for hosting the oldest Mardi Gras celebrations in the US and, if you’re here at the beginning of the year, you’ll be able to experience this colorful festival for yourself.

Your rental car can be picked up from Mobile Regional Airport, which is located to the east of the city, just a 30 minute or so drive from the center.

Whether you want a comfortable and spacious hatchback that will fit the whole family or would prefer a stylish sedan while on a business trip, we have a wide range of Mobile rental cars to choose from. 

Collect your rental car from Mobile and discover more of southern Alabama as well as nearby states like Mississippi and Florida. Both are just over half an hour away by rental car, so reserve yours today.

Mobile Locations

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A Quick Guide to Mobile

Luther Burbank Home & Gardens

Colonial Fort Conde

150 South Royal Street, AL, 36602

Built in 1976, the replica of the original fort is just a third of the original one that stood before it and is much smaller in scale. It does, however, give a real feel for what it was like back in 1723. Visit the History Museum of Mobile first and admission to the fort will be included in your ticket. 

Trione-Annadel State Park

GulfQuest

155 South Water Street, AL, 36602

Step aboard a replica container ship and, over eight decks, you’ll learn about the waters off the shoreline of southernAlabama via 90 interactive exhibits, displays and simulators. Discover everything from marine life to military history and take in perfect views of the historic port.   

Safari West

Historic Districts

Downtown and Midtown Mobile

Take a self-guided driving tour through the seven designated Historic Districts and you’ll instantly be transported back in time. Park up your Mobile rental car to get a closer look, starting with Oakleigh. The 1830s Greek Revival home is the oldest house museum in the city.   

The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel and Spa

26 North Royal Street, AL, 36602

Downtown Mobile provides the backdrop to the sensational rooftop pool at this luxurious hotel. When you’re not enjoying a swim with a view you can unwind in the spa with a massage or an invigorating body scrub. There are also tennis courts onsite and you’re within easy reach of USS Alabama.

Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel

64 South Water Street, AL, 36602

If you’re heading to the city for an event at the Mobile Convention Center, then a room here is ideal as the hotel is connected to the arena via a skybridge. While here, enjoy a dip in the heated outdoor pool and listen to live music in Fathoms Lounge.

The Kate Shepard House Bed and Breakfast

1552 Monterey Place, AL, 36604

A Victorian mansion houses the oldest B&B in Mobile. Start your day with the perfect breakfast, which includes pecan praline French toast served on fine china. After a busy day out on the road in your Mobile rental car, head back to your room and sink into the roll top bath for a relaxing soak.

Spot of Tea

310 Dauphin St, AL, 36602

Strawberry iced tea is just one of a large selection of beverages that can accompany breakfast, brunch or lunch here. Take a seat in one of the four dining areas to indulge in Banana’s Foster French toast or a Belgian pecan waffle.

The Brick Pit

5456 Old Shell Road, AL, 36608

If you’ve watched Man Fire Food, you may well know about The Brick Pit. This recently renovated restaurant is known for serving up the most succulent ribs and smoky pulled pork cooked low and slow for 30 hours.

Felix’s Fish Camp

1530 Battleship Pkwy, Spanish Fort, AL, 36527

In prime position on Mobile Bay with spectacular views, enjoy fresh seafood such as fried calamari, oysters, fried crab claw and barbecue shrimp. Key lime pie and mocha ice cream are also on the menu, so save room for dessert.   

Driving In and Around Mobile

  • USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park car park (36527) is situated in the memorial park near the USS Alabama and the Battleship Memorial Museum.
  • Fort Conde Lot (36602) is open all day, close to Colonial Fort Conde, GulfQuest and the Mobile Convention Center. Mobile County Parking Garage (36602) offers ample parking space for your Mobile rental car and is located near to Downtown, Mobile Carnival Museum and Cathedral Square.
  • Interstate 65 (I-65) travels along the west of the city, connecting to the I-10 in the south and continuing northeast towards Montgomery. 
  • Interstate 10 (I-10) heads southwest from the city center and continues to Texas. It also crosses Mobile Bay, travelling east to Jacksonville in Florida.
  • Interstate 165 (I-165) joins the I-65 in the northwest of the city and meets close to the I-10 in the center.  

How to Get From Mobile Regional Airport to USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park  

It should take just over half an hour to drive the 20 miles from Mobile Regional Airport to USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park in your rental car.

  1. Leave the car rental parking lot at Mobile Regional Airport via Terminal Drive.
  2. At the end of the road, turn left on to Airport Boulevard.
  3. Take the exit to join the I-65 and then keep left to head on to the I-10.
  4. Stay on this road to cross Mobile River and follow the right-hand lane to USS Alabama.

 

How to Get From Mobile to Dauphin Island

Dauphin Island is about a 40 minute drive from Mobile in your rental car. Head north out of the city on the I-10 and then join the AL-193, which will take you all the way to the island.  

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