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All major car hire suppliers in Center City, Philadelphia

Hertz

4.8

Mediocre

58 reviews•3 locations

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2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Absolutely awful. Reservation wasn't able to be moved from downtown Philadelphia to the airport location. The downtown location closed at 4 but our flight was delayed so we were unable to get there on time. Guy at the desk at the airport hertz straight up told us he can't help us. Didn't attempt anything. Ended up paying TWENTY NINE HUNDRED DOLLARS for a reservation I made that was supposed to be $900. Dumpster fire of a situation and won't be using kayak for this ever again. Nor Hertz for that matter. Get bent.

6.0

Okay|Aug 2023

Car trunk was dirty. Gas tank only three quarters full and not indicated

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

I made a reservation at least 2 weeks in advance. I showed up to the location and was told 1) that location doesn’t have any cars and 2) that no Hertz location in Philadelphia had a rental car for me (including the airport, Thrifty and Dollar rentals)… the arrangements we were able to make in the end, and the cost of moving around during a downpour thunderstorm, was over 4 times the cost of the rental we were able to procure. This is not the first time Hertz hasn’t had a car available when I’ve showed up for a reservation. It will certainly be the last time I book them.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

We arrived at the Wood St location and they told us they didn't have any vehicles. We then had to call Hertz and complain and find another location to get a car. They sent us to Amtrack location and got us in a dirty minivan after waiting 2.5hrs.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

I reserved a car online and received a confirmation number. On arrival at the location I was told no cars were available and to the call the main reservation number. There I was told an another close location had a car and I reserved it and received a confirmation number. Again when I arrived, no cars were available. This is truly unacceptable.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

They had no cars and I missed my flight cause they did nothing to help me find another car

1 out of 20

Sixt

6.1

Okay

2 reviews•1 location

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Budget

5.9

Fair

11 reviews•3 locations

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4.0

Mediocre|Sept 2023

The rental office turned away multiple people with reservations because they had no cars! We got lucky and got the 1 car that was delivered. Poor communications: I asked to modify the reservation for a later return but they didn’t and charged me a late fee on top of extra hours. Never emailed or gave me a receipt. But the car we got was in fine condition, no problems.

8.0

Very Good|May 2023

Quick polite and efficient

2.0

Poor|May 2022

Booked with kayak where drop off was on Monday memorial day. When I arrived to pick up the car I was told that it's closed on Monday so I'd either have to drop off the car on Sunday or Tuesday, but the cost would be adjusted based on the current rates. Even the manager claimed they were unable to allow me to drop it off on Tuesday for the same price. I had to call the agency's customer service number to get anyone to accommodate and honor my reservation

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2021

Courteous, honest staff.

1 out of 4

Avis

5.6

Fair

21 reviews•4 locations

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4.0

Mediocre|Aug 2023

The car was not what we booked for.

8.0

Very Good|Mar 2023

I would like a better price!

2.0

Poor|Sept 2022

Worst decision ever to have picked up an Avis, especially in down time. They gave me a crashed car that had a tire pressure issue, got a flat tire in the 1st day I got it, the. They had no availability ti change it. I had to deopp of the car and stay car less for the rest of day while I could drive to the airport to rent with a better company.

2.0

Poor|Sept 2022

I rented the car from 1pm 9/16 to 1pm 9/17 online, but I was delayed getting back and tried to return the car an hour late, but the place was closed when I got there. When I picked up the car nobody bothered to tell me that the office would be closing at the exact time I was scheduled to return the car (1pm on 9/17). So when I arrived an hour late, the place was locked. There was nobody there, and there was no way to return the car on site. It created a huge hassle. I had to call Avis. At first they told me I would have to return the car the following morning when the office opened up at 8 AM. Since I was leaving town I could not do that. Eventually they allowed me to return the car to the airport, and they doubled my rental rate.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2022

Made a reservation for a rental car bc our flight got cancelled but they ran out of cars at one location. Took a city bus to a second location where the reservation customer service rep said there was a car. There also not a car. Ended up having to take a train to DC. 0/10 recommend.

6.0

Okay|Jul 2022

Letting people know the pick up location is inside the Sheraton hotel would be helpful. There is no signage and I was in an Uber whose driver went nuts because we could not find the AVIS location. We finally asked the valet and he told us it was inside… tucked into a closet-sized corner.

1 out of 7

Driving with a car hire in Center City - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Center City so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

What is the best rental car company in Center City?

Consider renting a car from Budget, which is currently the best rental agency in Center City, according to our users, with 23 reviews and an average rating of 6.2/10.

What is the most popular type of car to hire in Center City?

The most popular type of cars to hire in Center City are SUV cars. This type of car costs €58 per day on average. 31% of users prefer to hire SUV cars in Center City due to price, availability, and their planned activities.

Is car hire cheaper in other Philadelphia neighbourhoods?

The cheapest neighbourhood to hire a car when in Philadelphia is Far Northeast Philadelphia. On average, the daily cost to hire a car in Far Northeast Philadelphia is €28 from Avis. Another affordable neighbourhood to hire a car in is Logan Square, where Avis has an average price of €29 per day.

How long do people hire a car when staying in Center City?

Most people tend to hire a car in Center City for 23 days which costs, on average, €43 per day. If you plan on hiring a car for one week, then you can expect to pay around €283 total. For a quick weekend hire, the total cost tends to average €112. €1,666 is the average cost of a month-long Center City road trip car hire.

When is the best time to hire a car in Center City?

Consider hiring a car in Center City during the month of February. This is the cheapest time of year to hire, and you can often find deals for €33/day on average. In contrast, the most expensive month to hire a car in Center City is July, when prices are often €58/day on average. Be sure to book your car hire at least 78 days ahead of your intended pick-up date for the best deals.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Center City?

Prices for cars in Center City are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Center City?

The number of operators available for cars in Center City is 18 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Center City?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Center City. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Center City?

To hire a car in Center City, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Center City?

Booking a car hire in Center City via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car hire websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Center City?

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