Car & Van Hire - Lisbon

With Enterprise's renowned selection of vehicles, there's no need to limit yourself when it comes to choosing a car. If you want to take advantage of the great shopping opportunities in Praca do Comercio, a nippy compact model with economical fuel efficiency may be perfect for you. On the other hand, if you're travelling with a large family or group and want to seek out slightly more distant attractions, such as the Oceanarium, you can hire a spacious and versatile SUV or MPV that can comfortably seat up to nine passengers.

Lisbon Airport is just a few kilometres northwest of the city itself, making it a convenient place to begin your journey. It's a busy place that caters to over 20 million people passing through its doors every year. Luckily, Enterprise is always ready and waiting to help travellers get started with their onward journey. The Enterprise airport branch is easy to find and run by a team of experienced and friendly staff that knows exactly what travellers will need when it comes to choosing a car hire in Lisbon. The professional staff at Enterprise will make sure your experience is as smooth and comfortable as possible. Once you're behind the wheel in the vehicle of your choice, you can quickly drive to your hotel or head straight to the city centre if you wish.

Around just about every street corner in Lisbon, you'll more than likely discover something new and interesting. Take a short drive up the hill to visit the superbly preserved medieval São Jorge Castle. You'll get a good insight of what Portugal was like when it was once under the power of Moorish rule. You can also visit the ornate former Royal Palace of Queluz and explore its vast staterooms and lush subtropical gardens. Even something as simple as driving across the Vasco da Gama Bridge, which stretches 17 kilometres across the River Tagus, can be quite the adventure. By visiting any of these exciting attractions, you'll quickly realise that having your own private car hire is a big plus when travelling in Lisbon.

Enterprise customers can often find great deals by pre-booking a vehicle online. You'll be able to select the perfect vehicle and secure the very best hire rates by booking a rental in advance. It's well worth taking the time to browse through Enterprise's website, as you'll likely discover some exceptional deals and special offers that you might not find if you're trying to quickly rent a car hire on the spot at one of their branch locations. If you're visiting Lisbon for the weekend, be sure to check online for special money-saving weekend promotions. Whether you're looking for a small city car or a luxurious saloon, booking online in advance is the best way to save money on a car rental in Lisbon.

Although the city itself is full of interest, you can add even more excitement to your trip by visiting some attractions that are just outside of Lisbon, such as the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park on the Atlantic coast, which is a mere 25 km away from the capital city. The park combines the rugged beauty of the Sintra Mountains with historic monuments, like the hilltop Pena Palace, which was built in a Romantic-era style during the 19th century. Another adventure is to head south towards Sado Estuary, a haven for wildlife where you can take boat trips to spot bottlenose dolphins.

Driving in Lisbon shouldn't present any major difficulties for those who've experienced driving in other major European cities already. There are a large number of roundabouts, which helps keep traffic flowing smoothly, but bear in mind that traffic approaching from the right will always have priority there. Lisbon's older streets are often narrow, so allow plenty of time for journeys and take things gently. Parking is fairly plentiful, but be cautious of pedestrians that offer to show you spaces, as they'll usually expect to be given a tip for their help.