Hiring a car in Southampton
SIXT branches in Southampton ⚑Three branches cover the city, including Southampton Airport and Southampton Parkway. A private airport desk is also available for general aviation arrivals. | Tolls around Southampton £The Itchen Bridge, linking the east and west of the city, charges a toll. The M27 and M3 into Southampton stay toll-free. |
Parking tips in Southampton ⓅWestquay, Marlands, and the Portsmouth Road car parks cover the city centre and waterfront. Multi-storey charges typically apply from early morning into the evening. | Day trips from Southampton ☀
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Car categories in Southampton ⚙Southampton bookings cover compact cars, economy cars, estates, SUVs, luxury cars, minibuses, vans, automatics, and electric cars. Minibuses are the most popular choice among our Southampton customers. | Add-ons for your Southampton trip ✚A sat-nav is worth adding in Southampton - the city centre's one-way systems and routes out to the New Forest or ferry terminals are easier with live directions. Add it at booking or ask at the SIXT branch. |
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SIXT Car Hire in Southampton
Car rental in Southampton through SIXT provides unmatched convenience with flexible hours and various pick-up locations, including the airport and city centre. Various rental periods make it easy to navigate Southampton's bustling port area and picturesque countryside, so you have a seamless and enjoyable travel experience tailored to your schedule. You can also customise your Southampton car hire booking with extras you need, like a sat nav or extra protection.
Driving Tips for Southampton
Here are a few driving tips when you rent a car in Southampton:
- Navigate roundabouts: Southampton has numerous roundabouts, especially around the city centre and major intersections. Remember to yield to traffic from your right and signal when exiting.
- Park-and-Ride facilities: Southampton offers convenient park-and-ride services, such as at Adanac Park. These provide ample parking and shuttle services to the city centre to avoid the hassle of city traffic.
- Check for cruise ship schedules: Cruise ship arrivals and departures can significantly impact traffic in Southampton. Check the cruise schedule and plan your routes accordingly.
- Know the speed limits: Speed limits in Southampton vary from 20 mph in residential areas to 30-40 mph on main roads. On dual carriageways, limits can go up to 60 mph. You can check the posted signs to ensure compliance.
Best places to visit in Southampton
Southampton car hire is one of the best ways to explore the area:
- Tudor House and Garden: This is Southampton's oldest museum, located in the heart of the Old Town. You can reach it with your car hire, and there are city car parks within walking distance.
- Beaulieu: Beaulieu is less than 30 minutes away and home to the Beaulieu Palace House and the world-famous Beaulieu Motor Museum. There’s plenty of parking around, and a rental car is a convenient way to visit these spots.
- New Forest National Park: New Forest National Park is 30 minutes away and offers expansive woodlands, heathlands and picturesque villages. You can easily explore various trails, wildlife and local attractions. Ample parking is a bonus.
For more ideas, read more on how to plan an ideal day trip from Southampton.
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Good to know when hiring in Southampton
With a valid license for over a year you can hire a car from 21 years old
We can provide childseats and sat nav on request
Choose where and when you want to pick-up and drop-off with one-way rentals available