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Car Rental in Hungary
Explore natural landscapes and romantic architecture with a car rental in Hungary. SIXT offers convenient locations throughout Hungary, including at the Budapest and Debrecen airports. Whether you're appreciating the art collection at Buda Castle in Budapest or visiting charming towns around Lake Balaton, having a rental car in Hungary will make traveling much easier. When making your reservation, you can choose from a variety of car types, all at competitive rates. Are you traveling on a budget? Consider an economy car, which is affordable and will use less gas. Our inventory also includes multi-seaters, station wagons and minivans, for families or groups traveling together.
Sixt services in Hungary
When you rent a car in Hungary from SIXT, you can customize your package to fit your needs. For example, you can add drivers to your contract so that you can take turns getting behind the wheel. GPS service is also a handy add-on to your car rental in Hungary. SIXT can accommodate a one-day rental as easily as a long-term rental. Along with sedans and minivans, we also offer sporty and premium sedans for those who want a little fun and luxury.
Best places to visit in Hungary
- Budapest: The capital of Hungary, Budapest has several museums, outdoor spaces (like zoos and botanical gardens), and cultural sights to visit, such as opera and theater houses. This city is also known for its thermal baths, which are said to provide relief from muscle aches and pains.
- Györ: Györ is a city rich in history and culture. It has cobblestone roads and various monuments like the Napoleon Monument and the Boatman Sculpture. There are also medieval castles and palaces to see.
- Lake Balaton: Make a stop to see Lake Balaton, one of the largest lakes in Europe, during your trip to Hungary. This is a great place to go fishing or to enjoy other water sports like paddleboarding, sailing and swimming. There are also many quaint towns nearby where you can tour historical landmarks like the Benedictine Abbey of Tihany and a doll museum.
Winter in Hungary
In the winter months, that is December through March, it can be quite cold in Hungary. If you're vacationing here during this season, you can engage in fun outdoor activities like ice skating, skiing, snow tubing and ice fishing. Many tourists also enjoy visiting the national parks and exploring the caves when the icicles have formed. Winter festivals like the Nutcracker Festival at the Budapest Opera and the Flavors of Hungary Gastro Fair are worth visiting as well.
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Good to know when renting in Hungary
We accept all major credit cards in Hungary and debit cards*, but not cash. * Acceptance of debit cards (except Mastercard Maestro) is only possible for selected categories.
You are allowed to take your SIXT rental from Hungary into other EU countries. Traveling to other European countries is only allowed with certain car categories. Prior approval and an additional fee are required.
Select the flexibility option when booking and change or cancel your reservation if your plans change.
We generally allow one-way rentals between SIXT stations in Hungary, depending on the rental rate.
All drivers need a valid license held for at least 1 year, plus an ID or passport. If your license uses a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic, you will need an international driving permit.
The minimum age for a SIXT rental in Hungary is 21, with a license held for at least 1 year. Some car categories have a higher minimum age and a young driver surcharge applies to those under 25.
