All You Need To Know About Car Hire In Stockholm And Rental Cars

Car hire in Stockholm is easy. Most major car rental companies are represented in the Swedish capital.

There are lots of cheap alternatives for rental cars, but if you are on a business trip or plan to visit sights in the wider region, hiring a car becomes a serious option. Many will rent their car at Arlanda airport.

For people used to overcrowded cities, driving in Stockholm is a dream.

O.K., like in every big city, rush hour could sometimes be subtitled queue hour, but ... this is mainly on the major roads and highways that lead into and out of the city.

Outside rush hour, you get along fairly quick if you rent a vehicle in the Swedish capital.

Also pleasant is the unhurried nature of the Swedish car driver. Behave like a decent driver and no one will sound his horn.

What are the rules for car hire in Stockholm?

If you want to rent a car you must be at least 18 years old, sometimes 25. Not surprisingly you should have a valid driving license.

Nowadays it is required to have a special seat for children. There are two types, one for small children, and one for older kids up to 12 years of age.

Tell the rental company if you take a kid with you, before you make a reservation!

Driving a rental car in Sweden can be quite expensive, but there are weekend and summer packages offered at discount rates. Insurances are included in the price. Use your credit card for payment.

Very often you get the best price for car hire in Stockholm if you arrange a car before your departure.

Of course the rates are also affected by the type of car. You don’t need a 4-wheel drive in this city. Choose a smaller model and you will not only save money but also find parking space faster.

Desks of car rental companies in Sweden can be found at all major airports. Petrol stations rent out vehicles for low prices at weekends, but these vehicles must be returned to the place where they were hired.

If you don’t want unpleasant surprises, renting a car is best arranged online, before going to Sweden. Go to the web site of one of the major companies and you're certain of transport within minutes.

You don't depend on car hire in Stockholm. There are more ways of getting around.