Edinburgh, the royal capital of Scotland, is just north of England. There are many reasons to visit this unique and historical city. To get to all of the many locations you might want to visit or explore, it is best to hire a car when you arrive in Edinburgh.
By hiring a car in Edinburgh, you will have your own means of transportation available at your convenience for whatever time of day or night that you want to tour the city and surrounding areas, dine out, or visit the abundance of pubs and historical sites. No waiting for taxis, or worrying about public transport schedules. You make your own time schedule and go anywhere you choose whenever you choose. Having your own car for hire at your disposal also provides you with a measure of safety in an unfamiliar area. This is particularly true when it comes to public transport, as since you are already among strangers, your own means of transportation gives you an added feeling of independence and security.
Hiring a car in Edinburgh is easy and inexpensive. You can do so ahead of time through your travel agent, online, or if you are flying into London and plan on taking a commuter flight into Edinburgh Airport (EDI), through one of the many car for hire companies in the UK. If you are flying directly into EDI, then arrange to pick up your car for hire along with your luggage and you’re off to explore your accommodations and the city.
There is an excellent variety of vehicles to choose from when you arrange for a car for hire in Edinburgh. From super-minis, compacts, MPV’s, or luxury cars, whatever you want is available at economical and competitive prices. Depending on what you want, some vehicles may be available for as low as $9 US a day.
Whether you are going to one of the fun pubs, great restaurants, or exploring castles or other sites of interest, the city is layed out such that it is extremely easy to find your way around. Having your own car for hire allows you to take an inexpensive and leisurely drive to the Lake District in northern England where there are hiking and boat trips galore. If you have flown directly into Edinburgh and fancy a visit to London, you can drive, on your own schedule, via your car for hire, the approximately 650 kms (404 miles) in 7-8 hours.
All around Edinburgh are attractions for the most discriminating tourist. The Hub on the Royal Mile is the headquarters of Edinburgh’s International Festival. By having your own car for hire, you can explore the castles, monuments and chapels that abound in the area on your own time schedule and at your own whim. There is so much to see and do in Edinburgh. Don’t be held hostage to expensive taxis, waiting on public transport schedules, or worried about your safety if traveling about the cityscape or countryside. Cars for hire allow you the most ease of movement and save you significant amounts of money that can be spent on other aspects of enjoying your holiday.