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East Coast Car Rental Deals
Rent a car on the East Coast with SIXT and move around the region in comfort and ease. With a car rental on the East Coast you can explore quaint seaside towns, cosmopolitan metropolises and wild national parks. With our car rental deals on the East Coast you can take advantage of our for premium rental car services at affordable rates. We offer convenient pick up options near to major transport hubs to get you on the road quickly and efficiently.
With a Sixt car rental on the East Coast, you can see it all. Choose the ideal branch to start your car rental road trip on the East Coast and book online or in the Sixt app for the best selection of vehicles at affordable prices. Once behind the wheel set off to explore, making stops at top cities such as New York, Washington D.C. and Philadelphia. Wilderness areas are also aplenty and when you rent a car on the East Coast you can enjoy the outdoors at places like Shenandoah and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Our Services
To get the most affordable car rental deals on the East Coast with Sixt use our easy online booking service and make your reservation in advance. On the booking page you can choose from an excellent range of optional add-ons that allow you to tailor your car rental to your needs. Some of our available extras include baby and child seats, additional drivers, LDW or personal accident protection, extended roadside protection, Express Toll Service, and GPS.
Our extensive fleet means that you will be able to rent a car on the East Coast that suits both your mobility needs and budget. We offer up-to-date models from top manufacturers at attractive rates. Browse our selection of premium vehicles from premium brands like Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Chevrolet, Toyota and more. Here are some ideas of which vehicle class is right for your East Coast vacation.
- Compact cars are great for easy maneuvering through city streets and finding a place to park.
- Sedans make inter-city or long distance drives more relaxed with their extra comforts and amenities. They also offer plenty of leg and luggage room.
- SUVs, station wagons and minivans will accommodate groups of up to 15 people and are also ideal for family vacations.
Tips for the Region
While the East Coast offers some fantastic opportunities for exciting city trips, the region's quaint towns and national parks are also worth exploring. Besides visiting big cities like Boston, New York and Philadelphia you can take a road trip around the East Coast and explore the beauty of New England or enjoy Atlantic City nightlife in New Jersey. Making a stop in university towns like New Haven, home of Yale University is also worth considering. If you have the time you can drive further south and check out the great East Coast beaches of North Carolina or those in and around Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Important Cities
New York
The financial and cultural capital of the United States, New York is the ideal city destination for many. The city's galleries are bursting with originality and creativity and the museums house some of the best collections in the world. For art lovers the original Guggenheim Museum is a must see along with the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art. At night the city transforms into a stage where you can see countless musicals, fringe theater shows, comedy nights, indie cinema, live music events and poetry readings. Dining in the city is creative, artisanal locally sourced produce is hip right now and culinary innovations reflect the cities thirst for freshness and diversity.
Philadelphia
Philadelphia is a historic city with incredibly well-preserved architecture and a certain small town charm that makes it welcoming and accessible. It's historical locus is the Independence National Historic Park, where inside the park's buildings the seeds of the US government were sown. In particular check out the Independence Hall where delegates met to approve the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776. Be sure to try a famous Philly cheesesteak!
Washington D.C.
The capital of the U.S and home to many iconic landmarks, Washington D.C. is a magnet for tourists wanting to explore America's political and historical past. Monuments include the infamous Lincoln Memorial and the Martin Luther King Memorial. The Smithsonian Institution is a must see, this group of 19 galleries and museums has a collection of 156 million artifacts and like many of Washington's educational sights, it's free!
Climate, Cuisine & Travel with Children
Climate
Early Spring is a perfect time for a Cape Cod getaway as the crowds have yet to arrive and in April you can enjoy the daffodils in bloom. For a road trip, late September to the end of October is a great time as you can take long, scenic rides to see the spectacular colors of the fall foliage. Winter is ideal to head south along the Eastern Seaboard, whether chasing the sun down in Florida or cozying up in the quaint towns of Virginia. Summer offers fun just about anywhere on the East Coast with plenty of free, outdoor festivals in the big cities and the weather is just right for swimming in the Atlantic Ocean.
Cuisine
The cuisine on the East Coast is inspired by seafood from the Atlantic and the melting pot of cultures in the cities. All things clam are popular including clam chowder, clam cake, stuffed clams and fried clams. In cities like New York and Philadelphia the Italian-American influence is everywhere, and you can get a submarine sandwich filled with just about anything.
Traveling with Children
Most of the cities on the East Coast have fantastic activities for children. New York has some particularly incredible museums that are specifically geared towards children and early learning. Massachusetts has great offerings as well with the Harvard Museum of Natural History in Cambridge and The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum in Springfield. Children will also enjoy all the outdoor adventures possible on a family vacation to the East Coast. There are plenty of opportunities for nature hikes and days out on the beach all over the region.
Winter on the East Coast
There are a couple of places that offer fantastic scenery on the East Coast at the beginning and end of the winter. They include seeing beautiful fall foliage in New England and seeing the cherry blossoms bloom in the springtime in Washington D.C. Head to NYC around Christmas for shopping and the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. If you're looking for something warmer, go diving in the Florida Keys.
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