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Our top branches in California

4.4
LAX
24h Return
9000 Bellanca Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90045-4708
United States of America
4.5
San Francisco Airport
24h Return
Car Rental Center 780 N McDonnell Rd
San Francisco, CA 94128-3103
United States of America
4.7
San Diego Airport
24h Return
RENTAL CAR CENTER 3355 Admiral Boland Way
San Diego, CA 92101-1100
United States of America
4.6
San Jose Airport
24h Return
Rental Car Center 1659 Airport Blvd
San Jose, CA 95110-1234
United States of America
4.6
Downtown Los Angeles
990 W 8th St
Los Angeles, CA 90017-2830
United States of America
4.3
San Francisco Mission District
475 S Van Ness Ave
San Francisco, CA 94103-3629
United States of America
4.6
West Hollywood
8305 Sunset Boulevard, Unit B
West Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90069-1515
United States of America
3.7
Santa Monica/Shore Hotel
1515 Ocean Ave
Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA 90401-2118
United States of America
4.3
Beverly Hills
264 S La Cienega Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211-3302
United States of America
4.0
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf
1365 Columbus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94133-1318
United States of America

Our services at California

California Car Rental with SIXT

When you book a California car rental with SIXT, you will be able to safely and comfortably explore the famous Golden State. No matter what your preferences and budget are, we have something in our fleet that will suit your needs. Whether you plan on exploring the bustling city of

, the hills of
San Francisco
, or the beaches of
San Diego
, a SIXT California car rental will help you to do so in style. A convertible is a chic choice that will allow you to soak up some Southern California sunshine, while a compact car will make it easy to navigate busy city streets. Pick your car up from
LAX
,
San Francisco Airport
,
San Diego Airport
,
San Jose Airport
, or one of our many downtown branches.

SIXT Services in California

From economy models to luxury vehicles, SIXT has it all. Our fleet is filled with a variety of car categories to choose from, including sedans, SUVs, minivans, pickups, sports cars, convertibles and passenger vans. When you rent a car in California, you can also choose some bookable extras to further customize your experience, such as an additional driver or child seats. While a one-day rental is a convenient option for a beach day, a weekly rental is a good choice if you will be going on a longer road trip.

Best cities to visit in California

  • Los Angeles: Known for being the heart of the country’s film and television industry, Los Angeles is an iconic city that has many famous attractions, including the Hollywood Sign, the TCL Chinese Theatre, and the Paramount Pictures Studios.
  • San Francisco: With its eclectic architecture, rolling hills, and popular sights like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, you will never run out of things to see and do in the charming city of San Francisco.
  • San Diego: If you want to spend some time relaxing on the beach, San Diego is the perfect place to do so. You can also head to the historic neighborhood of Old Town to sample some delicious authentic Mexican food.

Winter in California

The winter months in California tend to be colder and wetter, meaning that this is a convenient time to enjoy some of the state’s indoor activities, such as museums. The Getty is a famous museum in Los Angeles that has a selection of contemporary art, while the Bowers Museum is in Santa Ana and has over 100,000 objects from different cultures, including pre-Columbian Mesoamerica and Native American art.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.5
4.474644
Based on 10781 reviews
from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

What our customers are saying

4.7
The way to SIXT
4.6
Vehicle return
4.5
The vehicle
Charles D.
4.0
The progress of pickup was smooth and the front desk was efficient and nice. But the parking lot is so dark(it is an interior parking lot) that we could not spot the car had so many unmarked minor scratches UNTIL WE DROVE IT ONTO STREET. But the return location LAX taken those seriously by sending emails by their damage department.(pretty sure there’s no add on during my rental) After a few emails after we provided all the photo records of the car, they finally decide not to charge on it. I HOPE PASADENA LOCATION COULD TAKING serious of their vehicle status and proceed same standard as other locations. Thanks
Becky C.
5.0
Everything was wonderful!! Jocelyn was very nice and super helpful!
Scott M.
5.0
This is THE place to get the best service, thanks to Helen, Maria & Jonathon, you can get THE car for your rental!

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in California. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in California

Bookable extras

Make your visit to California more enjoyable by adding extras to your rental. GPS is a must when visiting cities like LA or San Francisco. Express Toll Unlimited allows you to breeze through toll booths, and SIXT Connect Wi-Fi service keeps you in the loop.

Car rental under 25 in California

You can rent a car from the age of 21 with SIXT. However, some specialty categories and larger vehicles have a minimum rental age of 25. An underage driver fee applies to those under 25.

What type of car should I rent in California?

Long road trips through this huge state call for a spacious SUV. Smaller groups can enjoy the sun in a sporty convertible.

It is possible to rent a car at one station in California and return it to another. Not all car categories can be rented one-way, and additional fees may apply.

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