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With a car rental in Pretoria from SIXT, you can cruise the streets of the administrative capital of South Africa in style. Observe the numerous diverse neighborhoods that make up this vibrant city or enjoy a drive along the Voortrekker Monument with your rental car. Pick up your premium rent a car from one of our three locations and explore all the wonderful things that this city has to offer. From the National Zoo to the renowned and historically significant Union Building, you can experience all Pretoria has to offer with our rental cars.

Sixt rent a car in Pretoria is there to get you where you need to go on your visit. Our fleet of new, premium vehicles includes compact cars and luxury sedans, sports cars and convertibles to soak up some sun, and SUVs and vans in case you need more space. Simply book online or in the Sixt app for the best selection of cars at our three branches in and around Pretoria. See all the sights in style and comfort with a Sixt car rental!

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You can easily book your rental car online through us before hitting the streets of this charming city. A car rental in Pretoria offers a variety of premium rental vehicles to cater for all your travel requirements. Select from either luxury or economy sedans, SUVs, convertibles, minivans, and passenger vans to cruise the streets in comfort and style. Check out our car rental deals, like saving money on prepaid rentals, for your next stay in the city. We offer comprehensive car rental service with a diverse range of extras to make your journey run smoothly. Those include GPS, additional drivers, extended roadside protection, child seat, accident cover and supplemental liability protection.

Traffic Information

Road infrastructure in South Africa is mostly good when driving on national roads, although most of these between the main centers have tolls. Be sure to check the toll fees prior to your departure and you can pay using either a credit card or cash. Traffic jams during rush hours in Pretoria are almost guaranteed, and worse in the morning than in the evening. During the winter rainy season, be sure to make sure that your route is not affected by flooding. And be aware that rural roads are likely to have potholes and are not well surfaced.

Sixt Tips

One piece of trivia about Pretoria is that Winston Churchill was once held captive at the Staats Model School in Pretoria, only to escape and later flee to Mozambique Churchill would rise to become the British Prime Minister from 1940 to 1945 as well as from 1951 to 1955. The city is popularly known as the Jacaranda City owing to the more than 50,000 Jacaranda trees that line the streets and carpet the city in purple during spring. The trees were initially imported from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1888 by a resident of the city. Animal lovers will delight in the many animal sanctuaries and parks in and near the city.

Sightseeing Destinations

Rent a car in Pretoria and explore the numerous attractions such as the Pretoria National Botanic Garden, a 76-hectare peaceful oasis in the eastern part of the city. These gardens showcase more than half of South African tree species as well as numerous flowering plants, aloes, cycads, and other stunning collections. Set high on a hilltop south of downtown Pretoria, is the Voortrekker Monument which is one of the most visited historic monuments in the country. The National Zoological Gardens of South Africa offers a full day of animal fun for the whole family. This massive zoo boasts of a collection of animals from all over the world, as well as the only inland aquarium in the country where guests can observe many species of fish such as the ragged tooth sharks. Or you can visit the Wonderboom Nature Reserve where you will see many animals while you picnic or go for a walk.

Distance from Wonderboom National Airport:

To Voortrekker Monument via M1: 13.8 miles, 30 minutes
To the National Zoological Gardens via M1 and R101: 8.5 miles, 20 minutes
To the Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre via N4 and R513: 19.3 miles, 24 minutes

Business Travel

A car rental in Pretoria allows you to easily do business in hub of fashion, commerce, and culture. The city center is only a 25-minute drive from the airport, making it easier for business travelers to get to their meetings quickly after landing. Rental cars are the best option for business travelers in this city to get around, although factor in extra time for traffic.

Good to know when renting in Pretoria

Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?

At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car at Pretoria.

Can I choose a different drop-off location in Pretoria?

It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in Pretoria. A fee may apply.

What do I need to rent a car in Pretoria?

You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.

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Customer reviews & feedback

Zama D.

(5.0)

The service is excellent. 1st time renting and the car was clean, extension was a simple process. They dropped off the car on at my place and also picked up with no hustle.

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