Hundreds of people per day hire a car within London using VroomVroomVroom. Why? Because we have the cheapest price Guarantee and the best rates of the day.
Whilst driving in London can be an art form of it's own, it is a 'must do' when visiting not only the UK's capital but the car rental capital also. VroomVroomVroom has many car hire depots in and around London that serve as perfect pick up and drop off locations for some fantastic sightseeing opportunities, and having the freedom to choose makes the whole experience perfect.
London, of course, serves as the capital for both England and the United Kingdom. The famous business capital attracting many various lifestyles and cultures which brings with it such an array of choices. With London being known for its arts, economy, catwalk, shopping destinations and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it is a place where several lines cross and is a perfect venue to witness and learn more about the English culture.
With so many car hire options in London thanks to our global suppliers, it's always good to have a look at Google maps to see where the best car rental depot is for your needs. With so many boroughs you will have a vast choice of car hire London locations.
When you know that you will be driving your hire car in London, it is also a good idea to check with live traffic information. You can do this by clicking here.
Being the largest city in Britain, London covers around 700 square miles. However, when it is referred to as the “City of London” it refers only to the area occupied by the original old walled city built by the Romans. It was known at the beginning of this great metropolis we know today simply as London, and that over the years expanded life and business grew outwards from it.
Enjoy a fabulous show in London's famous West End
London is most definitely blessed with some beautiful theatres which in their own right are both a masterpiece of architecture and a big part of London's colourful history. When using car hire in London it will allow you to get around so much easier and not only get to the shows on time but will allow you to take in the ambience and sights that only a night in London can offer. And with local parking, you can still use your hire car to get you there!
With many shows being offered, there are some genuinely long standing ones that really knock your socks off everytime you see them. So you don't have to write them off once you've seen one show - when someone knew takes the lead roll you will get a completely new experience!
Not sure what you would like to see? Why not take a look at London Theatre Direct's ticket information and details on the famous London shows that are currently gracing our beautiful theatres before you decide on the location to book your car hire through VroomVroomVroom.
Using your hire car for City driving in London, England can be both adventurous and challenging especially for first timers. The metropolis has thirty-two (32) boroughs to date which means there is so much to discover. The city's roads are extensive and you need to keep your eyes open for the many one-way systems that operate around the city. Nevertheless, we highly suggest itinerary planning and keeping oneself updated with Traffic news to ensure you have a pleasant London car hire experience.
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With so much to see and do in and around London, we thought we would make it easier for you to find a local car hire depot that is near to your sightseeing destinations. VroomVroomVroom can offer you car rental pick ups and drop offs from these suppliers; Hertz London Central, Southampton Row, Victoria and Russell Square, Europcar Richmond, Waterloo and Semley Place, Budget York Road, Waterloo, Tower Bridge, Marylebone Road and Victoria, Avis York Road, Tower Birdge, Elizabeth House, Kensington, Earls Court, Liverpool Street, St Katherines Way and George Street, Sixt Fulham/Chelsea and of course Thrifty Tower Bridge.
The Square Mile is not only about business and finance. You can find within it many galleries, theatres, museums and concert halls to cater for all. There are a wide range of sporting activities, a public leisure centre and the Barbican Centre and as well as being a significant arts sponsor, the City of London owns and cares for a number of historic buildings and monuments. The Square Mile itself has a long and fascinating history - the City of London as an entity is over 800 years old and, whilst fulfilling a role of modern local authority, it also respects and preserves its rich historical legacy.
British Museum is located along the Great Russell Street. The establishment features over seven million historical items about London and the world's human history and culture. The venue has a large collection of ancient artifacts from Egypt, Sudan, Rome, Greece, prehistoric Europe, the Americas and so much more.
Chinatown London lies near the city of Westminster. This is the place to go to when craving for Chinese cuisine and or to learn more about the Chinese culture whilst in England. Chinese restaurants, bakeries, souvenir shops and many other businesses managed by people of Chinese descent thrive in the area.
Kew Gardens or the Royal Botanic Gardens is a certified UNESCO World Heritage Site that homes the world's largest plants collection, facilities, several historical relics and buildings (e.g. The Temperate House, the Kew Palace and Queen Charlotte's Cottage). It is a marvelous paradise like destination to learn about the country's history and the importance and beauty of plants.
London Eye is currently Europe's tallest Ferris wheel. It is located west of Jubilee Gardens near the River Thames. The facility has thirty-two (32) sealed and air conditioned passenger capsules. Each capsule is wide and can hold up to twenty-five (25) people inside which is perfect to view a lot of interesting parts of the city from the top e.g. Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster.
Madame Tussauds then known as "Madam Tussaud's" is a wax museum located along Marylebone Road. The famous wax sculptor Marie Tussaud founded it. The museum is famous for its wide collection of wax artwork figures of royalties, famous singers, murderers, sports stars etc.
National Gallery is located in Trafalgar Square and is home to over two thousand three hundred (2,300) paintings from different eras. This is indeed a paradise for all arts and history enthusiasts.
Natural History Museum lies along the Exhibition Road. It has over seventy-million (70,000,000) items separated and showcased under the categories Botany, Entomology, Mineralogy, Paleontology and Zoology. It is a great venue to visit especially with family and friends. Its dinosaur skeletons collection is definitely something everyone must see.
Oxford Street is Europe's busiest shopping street. It has over five hundred and forty-eight (548) shops more than enough to make every shopaholics day wonderful.
Tate Modern in Bankside, London is an art gallery that showcases artworks from the year 1900 onwards. It has a wide variety of art exhibits made to capture the fancy of people of all ages.
Tower of London or Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress is an ancient castle that served many generations of English royalties for several purposes e.g., royal abode, protection, prison to name but a few. The castle lies along the northern bank of River Thames and is famous for its wonderful architectural style, the white tower, some ghost rumors and the Jewel House.
Victoria and Albert Museum is one of the three prime museums located along the Exhibition Road and is named after the late Prince Albert and Queen Victoria. The museum features a magnificent collection from some 5,000 years ago and today under the departments of Ceramics and Glass, furniture, Textile and Fashion, Metalwork, Sculpture and World Image.
Ripley's Believe It Or Not is home to 700 peculiar, amazing and fun exhibits, and is the London attraction sure to excite, delight and thrill the whole family. With everything you can imagine and plenty more you can't!
Banqueting House originally belonged to the Archbishops of York. It was used to provide entertainment for Charles I, and was sadly later the place of his execution. Following a fire that destroyed Whitehall Palace in 1698, it was used as a chapel until 1890. From 1896 until 1962 the Banquteing House was occupied by the Royal United Services Institute and used as a museum.
London Bridge is made up of several bridges that span the Thames and is very well known. Whilst it connects the City of London and Southwark it is seated between Cannon Street Railway Bridge and Tower Bridge, and is at the western end of London. On the southern side of the bridge is Southwark Cathedral and London Bridge station with the north side being home to the Monument to the Great Fire of London and Monument tube station. Once upon a time it was the only bridge over the Thames downstream from Kingston until Putney Bridge was opened in 1729. The current bridge was opened on 17 March 1973.
With London being home to many stories and legends in the past, the famous name of Jack the Ripper is one that will certainly bring shivers, I am sure, to your spine. The gruesome murders that he committed in the streets of London will be stories for hundreds of years to come. So why not take a tour of the gruesome route where the bodies were found after they had experienced horrific injuries including throat slashing and disembowlement.
London to Brighton in a hire car from VroomVroomVroom
An easy road trip that can be completed in just a couple of hours. Pick up your car hire in central London and head straight for the A23 heading south. Once you are out of the of the capital the road opens up to the beautiful countryside of the Weald, and the inspiring South Downs.
After leaving the M25 and heading along the M23 you will be enjoying a fast journey towards the coast in Brighton. The town is forever changing and welcomes every visitor into it's eclectic atmosphere and accepting nature.
Brighton is not technically a town any more, it was moved up to City status in 2000 and is sometimes referred to as London-by-the-sea.
With cool bars, unusual boutiques and the famous 'Lanes' make Brighton the perfect place to unwind after your road trip in your hire car.
Drive from London to Epping Forest in a VroomVroomVroom hire car
Taking about an hour from London on a good run, you could land yourself in amonst the famous Epping Forest. A beautiful ancient forest that has so much to offer it's visitors. You can walk through the trees, fields, history even. Nestled between Forest Gate in the south and Epping in the north, Epping Forest is approximately 12 miles long. So whilst you have your hire car, take a road trip to Epping Forest and stretch your legs and take a deep breath of fresh air.
How fantastic is it that you are planning to visit London! VroomVroomVroom has some perfectly placed car hire depots that can offer you some unbelievable rates.
Although driving in London can be a little challenging at times, it is a great central location to collect your car hire and head out to other parts of the UK. We have over 30 car hire locations in and around London so we are confident that we can offer something to suit your needs.
Just make sure that when you arrive to collect your vehicle that you have with you your full valid drivers license (all parts), a second ID like a passport or a recent utility bill showing your name and address, a valid credit card in the name of the driver and any health documents if you have anything related to health on your license. If you have all these, then your pick up should be plain sailing (or driving!).
When you pick up a hire car in London, you may be subject to the Congestion Charge that is in place. It does depend on your area so you can check out the congestion zone map. Also, if you have entered the zone, even for a minute or two, you will need to pay the daily charge. If you do not, then the you will be charged further for everyday that you fail to pay, so make sure you pay on the SAME DAY that you enter the zone to avoid further problems as even though you got a great hire car from VroomVroomVroom, it is your responsibility to pay the tolls and charges when you use it.
Reviewer: Kathryn Loeffler Date: 16 Apr 2013 Feedback: That was so easy, so convenient and so straight forward. I hope the car rental goes just as smoothly. Rating: 5/5
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