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SIXT Car Rental in Albuquerque
Embrace freedom with a car rental in Albuquerque. This vibrant city blends culture, cuisine, and awe-inspiring landscapes. Explore historic Old Town, ascend Sandia Peak for panoramic vistas, and journey into the surrounding desert and mountains—all at your own pace.
Elevate your adventure with SIXT car rentals in Albuquerque. From sleek sedans to versatile SUVs, our premium, like-new vehicles have you covered. Plus, with the SIXT app, you can easily skip the line and book your rental.
Driving Tips for Albuquerque
Get ready to kickstart your adventure with a rental car in Albuquerque. However, even as you rent a car in Albuquerque, check out these driving tips to ensure smooth cruising through the city:
- Speed limits: The speed limit in urban areas is about 25-35 mph, 25 mph on residential streets, and 55-75 mph on highways and major roads.
- Stop signs on intersections: When you stop at a stop sign on intersections make sure you come to a complete stop and always give priority to the cars already in the intersection or very close by.
- Use sun protection: During sunny days, use sun protection measures such as sunglasses and sun visors to reduce glare and enhance visibility.
- Stay alert for wildlife: Be aware of wildlife, such as deer and coyotes, especially when driving in rural areas or at night.
- Mind the weather: Be prepared for sudden weather changes, especially during monsoon season when flash floods and storms can occur.
Best places to visit in and around Albuquerque
Uncover Albuquerque's hidden treasures as you take the wheel of your rental car. Let's embark on an unforgettable journey, exploring these must-see sights and unique attractions of this vibrant city:
- Old Town Albuquerque: Discover the city's historic core, lined with adobe architecture, quaint shops, cultural hotspots, and the Albuquerque Museum.
- Sandia Peak Tramway: Enjoy awe-inspiring vistas of Albuquerque and its surrounding scenery from the summit of Sandia Peak, just a short 30-minute drive with your rental car.
- Acoma Pueblo: Just over an hour from downtown, delve into Acoma Pueblo, the oldest continually inhabited settlement in North America, perched atop a towering mesa rising nearly 400 feet above the desert floor.
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Good to know when renting in Albuquerque, NM
One-way rentals between SIXT locations are generally allowed. Additional fees may apply.
You will need a valid driver’s license to rent with SIXT, plus a passport if your license is not from the US. International renters with licenses that use a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic or Arabic will also need an international driving permit.
The minimum age for a SIXT rental in the US is 21. Some specialty and larger car types require drivers to be 25 or older.
Yes. SIXT places a temporary hold on your credit card at pickup for the amount of the deposit. For payments with debit cards, please refer to our rental information for more details about deposits. The amount depends on the location and vehicle. Please check for more details on payment information in this article.
In the U.S., generally a minimum of $200 will be charged to the payment method for security purposes. The deposit for high-value vehicles may be higher. Non-airport locations in Texas, Colorado, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Illinois have higher minimum authorization amounts. Additional details on the deposit can be found in this article.
Reservations are by vehicle category (“or similar”), not by an exact model. When a "guaranteed model" option is shown for your dates and location, selecting it reserves that specific model. Otherwise, you’ll receive a comparable car in the same group with similar size and performance subject to availability.
The exact mileage policy for your booking is shown during the reservation process, so you’ll know what’s included before pickup.
Vehicles rented at most SIXT locations in the contiguous United States may be driven throughout the contiguous states. Travel into Canada must be in accordance with our geographical restrictions, which can be found in our rental information. Travel to Mexico is not allowed. If you drive outside authorized areas, a fee of $0.50 per mile will apply.
All renters and authorized drivers must present a valid, unexpired, original driver’s license at the time of rental. Renters with a non-U.S. driver's license may also need to provide a valid passport or other government-issued ID. Licenses in non-Roman alphabets (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic) must be accompanied by an international driver’s license. If the license is from a country not in the international driver’s license treaty, an official translation is required. See our rental information for full driver’s license and age requirements.
