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A car rental in Dublin is the ideal way to start your dream vacation in Ireland. Skip the lines, crowds and rigid schedules of public transportation and enjoy the freedom that comes with driving a comfortable rental car. With the lowest rates in the industry and award winning customer service, Auto Europe is available at every stage of the trip. Use our simple three step booking engine at the top of the page to start planning your next vacation.
The great part about renting a car in Dublin is how accessible all of this nation's famous cities are. In a short, scenic drive through the Irish countryside you'll be able to visit castles, shorelines, museums, and many more incredible sights. The Guinness Store House and historic Trinity College with its breathtaking libraries and classrooms are two of the most popular visits when in Ireland's Capitol. The Kilmainham Gaol Museum is a very interesting visit that is often overlooked. A historic site where Ireland's political prisoners including men, women, and children were held, the museum offers in depth exhibitions on life in the prison and the turbulent political history of Ireland. Another spot that is fun for the entire family is the National Leprechaun Museum with its informative and fun guided tours offers interactive exhibits centered around Irish and Celtic folklore.
Enjoy convenient car rental pick up and drop off at the Dublin Airport, Heuston Railway Station, as well as downtown with an expansive fleet of rental cars in Ireland. Auto Europe has the perfect vehicle to fit your travel needs, whether you need to rent a van or an economy car. As you will see from our many positive Dublin car rental reviews, our customers can save on their rental car in Dublin when they book with Auto Europe today!
Let us know which of the Dublin, Ireland, car rental sites you'd like to visit by utilizing our search engine to begin your search. In addition to Dublin Airport's fleet of autos, there are additional downtown sites. There are both Avis and Europcar facilities at the airport and around the city. With Auto Europe, clients may pick up and drop off their Dublin car rental in a variety of locations! Let us know if you don't see what you're searching for and we'll try our best to track it down.
On the Auto Europe website, Avis and Europcar car rental prices in Dublin are updated in real-time. Online savings and incredible customer care may be yours for the taking with just three simple clicks. Your Ireland car rental will be waiting for you as soon as you arrive at the airport with your identification, driver's license, and airline boarding pass. To learn more about the Dublin automobile rental companies we work with, click on the links below.
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This section is designed to answer the most frequently asked questions about our rental process, including booking, payment options, insurance coverage, age requirements and more. Whether you're renting for business or pleasure, if this is your first time renting a car or if you rent frequently, you'll find the answers to your questions here. We're here to make your experience simple, clear and stress-free.
To rent a vehicle in Ireland through Auto Europe you must be 21 years old and have had a valid driver’s license for at least 2 years. A maximum rental age limit of 74 & 75 may apply depending on the supplier. If you are looking to rent a car under the age of 25 or if you are over the age of 70, you may be subject to an additional surcharge of $17-$25 CAD per day depending on the rental supplier.
It is necessary to have a credit card to rent a car in Dublin. When you arrive at the rental counter to pick up your vehicle, you are required to present a valid credit card in the name of the primary driver indicated on your voucher. Additionally, the card must have enough available credit to cover the security deposit.
The necessity of presenting a credit card during vehicle pickup is to enable the rental agency to secure a hold on the security deposit. In the absence of a credit card, the rental agency may refuse to provide the vehicle or require supplementary insurance payments. It is important to note that credit cards from additional drivers or cash deposits are not permitted. Although some rental agencies may accept debit cards, this practice is relatively rare. The security deposit will be released from your card upon the return of the vehicle in the same condition as it was when initially rented.
For information about credit card holds and deposits associated with your booking, you may consult our booking engine by clicking on the blue (i) icon or review your voucher once your reservation is finalized.
All of Auto Europe’s basic rental rates in Ireland are inclusive of third party liability insurance and fire insurance coverage.
In Dublin, most international rental suppliers accept your Canadian driver's license, provided it is valid and has been held for over a year, without needing an International Driving Permit (IDP). However, some companies, such as International Car and Budget, do require non-European license holders to present an IDP. We suggest reviewing the terms and conditions during the booking process or reaching out to our reservations team for further assistance.
Rentals in Ireland that are booked through Auto Europe with some suppliers are permitted to travel to Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom. Additional surcharges may apply to rentals being taken to the UK and Northern Ireland. Vehicles traveling to the United Kingdom are required to be return to Ireland and not all vehicles are permitted.
An ever-expanding selection of car rental models is available on Auto Europe's platform, as well as expansive customer support and pricing optimizations. Rates for Dublin vehicle rental models can be found on autoeurope.com, from Ford Edge SUVs to Chevy Impalas and Chrysler 300s. A Volkswagen Jetta or a Chrysler Pacifica 7-seater van for the family is not to be overlooked. In Dublin, you may rent a vehicle whether you're in Ireland for business, leisure, or educational purposes.