Car Rentals in Downtown Houston, USA

After you've visited all of the well-known sights in Downtown Houston, there's plenty more to discover in the surrounding area. Collect the keys to a hire car, stow your bags in the trunk and take to the open road. We've come up with some drives we know you'll enjoy:

• Make your way to Galveston for a fantastic sightseeing experience. Around 45 miles from Downtown Houston, it has many cool attractions, including Moody Gardens.
• Your next stop? Make it College Station, which is around 85 miles away. Texas A&M University - College Station is one local highlight you won't want to miss.
• San Antonio Botanical Gardens is 190 miles from Downtown Houston and is one of the region's most scenic nature spots. Stretch your legs and enjoy the fresh air.

If you don't have a driver's license from the U.S, then you might need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your country of residence before starting the car hire process. If you find that an IDP is required for you to drive in the U.S., know that you'll also have to show your current valid driver's license and your passport or other forms of ID. Lastly, the credit card used to hire the car must also match the name on your driver's license and passport in order to finalize your car hire. Other things you should know about hire cars in the U.S. Are:

• Age restrictions: You need to be 25 or older in many states to hire a car, although in some places, the minimum age is 21 years. We recommend checking state and local regulations, as well as with the car hire company before your trip to understand all the terms and conditions.
• Driving limitations: Don't forget to read the fine print before you drive off to avoid unnecessary fees. When hiring a car in the United States, it's usually prohibited to cross country borders into Mexico or Canada, drive onto ferries or go off-roading with your hire car. We recommend reading all the rules and regulations before you book!