Discover Belfast on Your Own Terms: Car Rental Guide and Tips
Belfast is a charming city in the UK. Its history is long and filled with sad episodes of wars, but everything ended happily for the capital of Northern Ireland, and today Belfast has become beautiful and safe tourist city.
Tourists go there to get acquainted with the shipyard, from the stocks of which the famous Titanic was launched; to admire the beautiful examples of Victorian architecture.
You can fly to the city by plane from almost any country: a large international airport serves 48 destinations and is located 20 miles from the city. It is convenient to move around the city in a rented car, or you can use the surface public transport network.
The climate in those places is mild, with cool summers, rainy autumns and mild winters - it is significantly influenced by the warm Gulf Stream.
What to see in Belfast
One of the most famous buildings: Belfast Castle, built in 1879 on the site of a burned-out Norman castle.
There is a small cute garden around the castle, in the depths of which 9 images of a cat, the patroness of the Ashley family, are hidden. A park with walking paths and beautiful views adjoins the castle.
Entrance to the park, garden and castle is free, there is a small restaurant on the ground floor.
Queens University is one of the ten oldest universities in Britain. It is located in a beautiful Neo-Gothic building: red brick, traditional turrets and large stained glass windows make Lanyon's creation monumental and memorable.
If the weather is nice, it's worth renting a car, putting a picnic basket in the trunk and driving to Victoria Park. A classic English regular park with perfect lawns, a large lake with an island in the middle and shady trees is great for lunch on the grass.
There are many birds on the lake, you can feed them and enjoy watching herons, ducks and swans.
Where to go around Belfast
Ulster Museum. This is the National Museum of Natural History, which has a rich collection of everything related to Ireland. You need to leave the rented car in the parking lot at the museum and go explore 8000 m2, which showcases unique exhibits. The history of the country from ancient times to the modern era is shown in archaeological artifacts. The showcases of the museum exhibit ancient weapons, bronze and gold jewelry, coins, tools.
Zoology collections are widely represented. You can see an exhibition of skeletons of prehistoric animals, including rare pygmy elephants, get acquainted with the variety of butterflies, look at the skeleton of the extinct Irish elk and compare the champion dog breed "Irish Wolfhound" with modern specimens of this giant greyhound dog.
The textile collection includes includes 5,000 items of clothing collected since the beginning of the 18th century. These are not only dresses and outerwear, but also accessories, jewelry, bags and fabrics. Linen tapestries and outstanding work by Irish embroiderers are the pearl of the museum's collection.
The best restaurants in Belfast
Ireland's national cuisine is simple and hearty, based on potatoes, cheese, nuts and berries, meat and local seafood. The Irish Stew is world famous.
The restaurant serves Irish cuisine. Here you can try Irish lamb stew, traditional potato pancake with various fillings and caramel pudding.
The establishment is located in a historic building, its interior is cozy and sets you up for a delicious dinner, and the accompaniment of soft national music completely immerses you in a friendly atmosphere Ireland.
The luxurious design of the restaurant hints at the equally luxurious contents of the menu folder, and expectations will not disappoint guests of the establishment. Seafood of excellent quality, excellent dry-aged beef tartare, stuffed turkey breast and plum pudding with custard will not leave the gourmet indifferent.
The menu for vegetarians is varied and also very tasty.
Belfast car parks
It is convenient to rent a car in Belfast using the reliable Bookingautos service, this will solve the problems of moving long distances. There are enough parking lots in the city, most of them are free at night. During the daytime, you can leave your car near all significant sights, in the garages of shopping centers and near restaurants.
One of the most budgetary parking lots is located at: Belfast City Council, Cromac Street, Town Parks, BT2 8JN and costs 60 cents an hour. The most inexpensive parking spaces on the streets, they are indicated by international road signs with an explanatory sign. Paid for parking at the exit, through the terminal, in areas remote from the center there is a parking inspector instead of the terminal.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Alamo
Most popular car class
Compact
Average price
29 € / Day
Best price
21 € / Day
Average cost per week of rental in Belfast
January
€195
February
€165
March
€175
April
€247
May
€229
June
€254
July
€281
August
€265
September
€178
October
€145
November
€113
December
€198
* Data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
In August rental companies located in Belfast rent much more cars than in the rest of the year. This month marks the smallest range of cars on offer and the highest rental prices. In such a high season, when the number of available cars is minimal, you should arrange a rental as early as possible. This will allow you to get the best rental option at the most favorable price.
The best time to rent a car in Belfast is November. This month, rental prices are minimal, below the annual average by 34%, and start from €18 for a Compact car.
During the summer months in Belfast there is a significant increase in demand for convertible rentals. This causes an increase in prices and the limited choice of such cars. A day of rental VW T-Roc will cost you €181.
We offer a wide range of vehicles to suit every budget:
Economy cars - a great solution for everyday trips;
Premium segment - for those who love quality and comfort;
Business class is ideal for people who are used to being first.
Convertibles, SUVs and station wagons, as well as minivans and sedans are in demand among customers. The choice of car depends not only on personal tastes, preferences and its cost. Rental conditions are important, which in some cases should be taken into account in the first place.
You can choose a car of any required category. The following classes are in particular demand among customers:
Cabriolet;
Business Class;
SUV;
Minivan.
Also available other models and you can rent them in Belfast at a convenient time and on favorable terms.
In recent years in Belfast the demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You will be able to rent Mercedes EQC in Belfast by selecting start and end dates of the rental in the search filter.
Required documents for rental cars
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
10 Smart Tips to Make the Most of Your Car Rental
Download desired area of Google maps for offline access
All modern smartphones have a GPS function. You can save on the "Navigator" service and roaming charges for the Internet if you download maps in the Google Maps application in advance. Offline maps also support route building and navigation. To download a map - open the area you need by controlling the scale, and enter "ok maps" in the search.
Early Booking Discount
Belfast is a popular holiday destination and the car rental service is in great demand here. Therefore, it is recommended to book a car in advance. When booking online, you know exactly which car, for what price and under what conditions you will get in Belfast. The main advantage of early booking is the cost savings. The less time left before the start of the rental, the higher the cost of the rental becomes. The optimal period for booking in rental companies is 6 weeks before receiving the car. If you book early, two days before receiving the car, you can cancel the order without any penalties.
Which car to choose for rent
Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Fiat 500 or Ford Fiesta. For trips to the mountains, you need a car with increased power. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. An all-wheel drive crossover would be the ideal car for this. Renting Audi A4 Estate in Belfast will cost €46 per day.
What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance advice
Rental companies in Belfast may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:
Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged.
Fuel Policy
When you pick up your car, you may be asked to pay for a full tank of fuel right away. This condition will suit you if you plan to travel long distances. For a couple of trips around the city, you don’t need so much fuel, and therefore it doesn’t make sense to overpay. Pay attention to the fuel policy when booking a car. If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Mileage without limits
The rental company may set a daily mileage limit. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the limit. Please check this condition before booking. It is possible that a more expensive rental option will turn out to be more profitable in the end: it will not require any additional expenses. To filter cars with unlimited mileage - use the "Mileage" filter in the search results.
Compare conditions of different rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Belfast, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
Which rental company to choose
Pay attention to the car park. Large and reliable companies regularly buy new cars.
Our clients name the top companies in Belfast - sixt with an average rating 9.8 points and budget with 9.7 points.
We show all the rental conditions of different companies. Read the rules carefully before booking a car.
Car pick-up procedure
Getting a rented car in Belfast is as follows: You show the manager a voucher, as well as the necessary documents - a passport and an international driver's license. The manager draws up a lease agreement, after which the agreed amount of the security deposit will be blocked on your bank card. Before receiving the car, it is necessary to inspect it, fix the existing damage and inform the manager about them.
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