Porto car rentals from C$ 9/day

To navigate through the narrow streets and find one of the scarce parking spaces within the city, travelers should choose a smaller car, if not a two-seater (depending on how much space is needed). Families can opt for a minivan, which will conveniently accommodate the whole family without being too bulky.

All the speed limit signs in Portugal are given in kilometers per hour. For driving within the Old Town and the narrow lanes, walking speed is recommended. Generally 35 kph (ca. 21 mph) is permitted in residential areas. Country roads and urban arterial roads allow between 55 and 88 kph (34-54 mph), whereas on highways drivers can speed up to 120 kph (74 mph). It is, however, always important to look out for speed limit signs and follow them.

Porto has some blue zone parking spots, which allow free on-street parking for a limited time. Obtain a cardboard disc at the local police station or ask when picking up the car. Set the clock to when you parked and ensure to return in time. Alternatively, parking lots and garages are always a good option, as on-street parking is limited and other cars may block you if parked on the side of the road.

On average a rental car in Porto costs C$ 29 per day.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Porto. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

Car rental companies onsite at Porto airport include Centauro, Klass Wagen, GREEN MOTION, OPORent, DriveGO, Alamo, Dollar, Record Go, SilverRent and Autounion Car Rental.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Porto airport to off-airport locations include Guerin, Sixt, DRIVEONHOLIDAYS, OPORent, Europcar, DriveGO, Budget, Alamo, Dollar and Goldcar Rental SP.

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A Compact car rental in Porto costs C$ 46 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Porto costs C$ 46 per day, on average.

An Economy car rental in Porto costs C$ 35 per day, on average.

In Porto, cars are most frequently rented at GREEN MOTION Rua da Estrada 477 Lote 7 - Crestins Moreira da Maia (9 km from city centre ).

Yes, it is illegal to drive uninsured cheap car rentals in Porto. All vehicles in Porto should have a form of liability protection. Luckily, car hire companies in Porto provide a plethora of car insurance options for Porto car rentals. Always carry proof of vehicle insurance wherever you go.

Yes, cheap car rentals are available in downtown Porto. Europcar, Avis, Enterprise, and Budget are some rental providers in downtown Porto. The car rental center in downtown Porto is at Rua 5 De Outubro.