Rio de Janeiro car rentals

Top tips for renting a car in Rio de Janeiro

• You can take public transportation or catch a taxi to destinations around the city of Rio De Janeiro. However, if you want to get away from the city, you’ll need a rental car. Drive to one of the nearby beaches for some water fun like scuba diving or snorkeling. Just a few hours away is also the Imperial Museum of Brazil and the tropical jungle of Visconde de Maua.
• Tourists visiting Rio De Janeiro often fly into Santos Dumont Airport because it is so close to the heart of the city. A very large airport, it offers many services including on-site car rental. Once you’re off the plane and have your bags, simply take the shuttle to the airport’s rental car center. Some of the agencies located here include Avis, Alamo, and Hertz.
• Make sure you secure an International Driver’s Permit before leaving home if you plan to rent a car. As with many busy cities, some drivers in Rio are somewhat careless and seem to be in a hurry. Therefore, you’ll have to drive defensively. Watch out for lane jumping and keep your cars locked at all times for added safety.
• Driving in the city of Rio can be a challenge on weekdays. This is especially true when commuters are coming to or leaving work. Consequently, you’ll want to avoid driving around downtown from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Instead, this is a good time to visit other communities such as Ipanema or Botafogo.
• 25% of our users found rental cars in Rio de Janeiro for C$ 21 or less
• Book your rental car in Rio de Janeiro at least 8 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price
• Intermediate rental cars in Rio de Janeiro are around 59% cheaper than other car types, on average