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SIXT Car Rental in San Antonio
Thanks to our convenient branch locations, you can pick up your car rental in San Antonio with the help of our friendly customer service team. When you get a rental car in San Antonio, you’ll be able to choose from a broad fleet of premium vehicles and many bookable extras. If you want to fit in with the locals, opt for a pickup truck. If you’d rather stick to city driving, rent a compact car. No matter what you need during your rental period, we’re here for you as you explore the Alamo or the Natural Bridge Caverns.
Driving Tips for San Antonio
Once you pick up your car rental in San Antonio, your adventure begins. Keep these recommendations in mind for a smooth driving experience:
- Rush Hour: San Antonio’s roads can get congested in the early morning and late afternoon. Try to avoid I-410, I-10, and I-35 during these times if possible.
- Texas Heat: Being at the southern edge of Texas, San Antonio gets hot especially during summer. Be sure to park in the shade whenever you can.
- Share the Road: In the downtown area, you’ll likely encounter lots of pedestrians and cyclists. They always have the right of way, so be sure to slow down and drive with caution.
- Speed Limits: As a large city with a grid layout, the speed limit in the urban area is typically 30 mph.
These and our other tips for driving in Texas will help you drive like a local in San Antonio.
Best places to visit in and around San Antonio
When you rent a car in San Antonio, you can explore the city to your heart’s desire. Don’t miss these must-sees:
- The Alamo: This is one of the city’s most famous landmarks. This Spanish mission and fortress were founded in the 18th century.
- Six Flags Fiesta Texas: This amusement park offers plenty of attractions and rides that the entire family will love.
- Day trip to Austin: Austin is only a little over an hour away from San Antonio by car, and it’s worth a visit. Austin is home to a vibrant music and arts scene.
Check out these and other things to do in San Antonio in your rental car.
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Good to know when renting in San Antonio, TX
If you are traveling with children, we make it easy to add a child seat to your rental so everyone is safe. You can also add Wi-Fi service, GPS and an additional driver for a seamless experience.
If your plans might change, our flexible policies can help you. Book with the pay- on-arrival option and you can cancel your rental for free.
At SIXT locations in the US, you can rent a car if you are 21 or older. Those under 25 will be charged an underage driver fee. Some specialty and larger cars require renters to be 25 years old.
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.
