Hiring a car in Abuja
Speed limits in Abuja ⚠The urban limit is 50 km/h (31 mph), rising to 100 km/h (62 mph) on expressways and dropping to 30 km/h (19 mph) near schools. Mobile phone use while driving is prohibited unless hands-free. | Driving tips for Abuja ▲Roundabouts, rather than traffic lights, direct traffic at many major junctions, so plan your lane position early. Watch for motorcycles and pedestrians at busy junctions. |
Tolls around Abuja £No tolls apply within Abuja city itself, but tolls apply on the Abuja-Keffi-Akwanga-Lafia-Makurdi corridor leading out of the capital, paid by card only. | Parking in Abuja ⓅJabi Lake Mall, Silverbird Galleria, and Ceddi Plaza cover shopping, cinema, and the Central Business District. |
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| Add-ons for your Abuja trip ✚A navigation system is worth adding in Abuja to help you find your way around the government and diplomatic zones. Add it at booking or ask at the SIXT branch. |
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Abuja Car Hire from SIXT
Enjoy seamless Abuja Car hire with SIXT and get your trip underway in style. Choose from a great selection of top-of-the-range vehicles, such as a saloon for if you want to navigate the streets of the capital city, or a minibus for if you’re travelling with your whole family. With several convenient locations for you to pick up and return your car, including Abuja International Airport, you will be on the road in no time at all. Should you have any problems when you hire a car in Abuja, you will only be a quick phone call away from our friendly customer service agents. Open 24 hours a day, you will always be able to get in touch.
SIXT Services in Abuja
No matter if you need an Abuja car hire for a one-day rental or a weekly rental, we will be able to cater for your needs. You can choose from a selection of vehicles too, so that you have the perfect car for your trip. If you’re in a large group, then you can hire a bus that fits up to 17 persons. Or if you want to travel in the countryside, then an SUV is a good option. We offer child seats that you can include in the booking to keep your children safe. Or you can also add a mobile phone with a local sim card too, so you can communicate with ease.
What to do while in Abuja
Abuja is a great city to visit with loads to see and do. Start your trip by visiting the Abuja National Mosque, which is a superb display of Islamic architecture. Then head over to the Thought Pyramid Art Centre, which is a great place to see contemporary and modern African art. Grab your hire can and take a journey to Karshi Waterfall, where you can be at one with nature and enjoy a swim in pristine waters. This takes about one hour and 15 minutes in total to reach if you’re driving.
Summer 2026 in Abuja
Summer in Abuja is also hot but tends to get more rain. A great place to visit with kids is the National Children’s Park and Zoo, which has a variety of animals that you and your family can get up close and personal to. If it’s not raining, head over to the Usuma Dam, where you can hire out canoes and go fishing for the day. If the heavens open there are plenty of places where you can get some shelter too. Take a trip to the Dolapo Obat Gallery, which has a selection of art from local artists.
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Good to know when hiring in Abuja
Cancellation is free any time, simply select ‘pay later’ during booking, we also offer flexible returns, simply speak with us to alter your booking contract any time.
If you need extra items or add-ons for your journey then be sure to take advantage of available sat navs, child seats and protection packages and more.
If you wish to end the journey at a different location simply select a separate location during booking to check if this is an available option.