Hiring a car in New York is definitely the best way to see all of the sights that this city and its surrounding region has to offer. It is also the most budget-friendly way of visiting. Rather than forking out on expensive taxi journeys or having to pay family-sized fares on public transport, all of your costs are upfront and quite often, are the cheapest in total when you hire a vehicle. On top of all of this, finding a cheap hire car allows you to come and go from places at your convenience, allowing you to fit everything that you want into your holiday. The New York Subway can be quite convenient but it often involves lots of stops, moving through big crowds and relatively complicated journeys depending how far out of the centre you want to travel.
Information on places to visit in New York with a hire car
New York is one of, if not the most well-known holiday destination in the world. Unsurprisingly, you could spend weeks at a time trying to see everything that the Big Apple and its surrounding regions have to offer. Most of the tourist-centred sights in New York are focused in and around Manhattan. Towards the top of your to-do list should be a stroll through Central Park. It is one of the most pleasurable walks that you can take no matter the time of year that you visit. Expect plenty of picnickers in summer and ice skating opportunities in winter. A visit to one of New York’s skyscrapers should also be high on anyone’s to-do list. The Empire State Building features in many Hollywood films and the Rockefeller Center provides stunning views over the city. To see some of the world’s best performers, we recommend stopping at Broadway for a show or getting tickets to see the latest superstar at Madison Square Gardens. For something on the outskirts of the city, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a bit of a hidden gem and you can expect to spend almost a full day here. We also recommend a trip to the trendy suburb of Williamsburg for some incredible bars and Brooklyn for its cafe culture.
Car Hire Tips in New York
Most of the main tourist sites are located in Manhattan, meaning that the subway is what most people opt for although driving is definitely an option too. Walking is possible but it will take a lot of time out of your limited days walking from one place to another.
A car is highly recommended if you want to see more of New York outside of Manhattan, such as Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Queen’s or even Long Island.
We highly recommend booking in advance in order to find the cheapest deal on your vehicle rental. There are plenty of car hire companies competing for your custom so you can usually find low-cost prices.
The best place to hire a car is from any of New York’s closest airports which include JFK and Newark.
The car hire companies that can be found include Alamo, Avis, Hertz, Budget and more.
Make sure to check the car’s condition and report any visible damages in order to avoid being charged unnecessarily.
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