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  • Address:

    7815 Balboa Ave

    Phone:

    (1) 858-974-8632

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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  • Address:

    8720 Miramar Rd

    Phone:

    (1) 858-271-0035

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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  • Address:

    500 Hotel Circle North

    Phone:

    (1) 619-220-0294

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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  • Address:

    4550 La Jolla Village Dr

    Phone:

    (1) 858-320-9017

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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  • Address:

    1350 6th Ave - Ste 170

    Phone:

    (1) 619-544-0510

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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  • Address:

    1670 Kettner Blvd - Ste 1

    Phone:

    (1) 619-231-7162

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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  • Address:

    2790 Kurtz St - Ste 1

    Phone:

    (1) 619-574-6975

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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  • Address:

    3890 Valley Centre Dr -Ste 103

    Phone:

    (1) 858-755-7457

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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  • Address:

    3355 Admiral Boland Way

    Phone:

    (1) 619-680-4949

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun - Sat open 24 hrs

    If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a shuttle to the car lot.

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  • Address:

    16410 Bernardo Center Dr

    Phone:

    (1) 858-613-1342

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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Car Rental in San Diego, CA

When visiting San Diego, grab a rental car for the easiest and most convenient way to see all of the city’s highlights. Whether you’re here for business for pleasure, you’ll likely arrive at the San Diego International Airport. From there, you can rent a car in San Diego from multiple locations and begin your adventures! Whether you are starting in Coronado or Escondido or traveling to the California/Mexico border or Chula Vista, just pick up your rental car and go. You can get to any of the San Diego tourist attractions such as Balboa Park and La Jolla easily with your rental car.

San Diego’s beautiful, temperate weather means that this is the perfect location for a luxury car rental like a convertible. If you’re going fishing, hiking, or camping on the beach, you’ll love our wide selection of SUVs. For the tight parking spaces downtown, try grabbing an eco-friendly smart car. Check out our full selection of San Diego rental cars to see which one you’ll want.

To make your trip even easier, Budget Rent a Car has great perks! Reserve your rental car to make sure that your dream vehicle is ready to go when you arrive. For a cheap car rental, join our business partner program for special deals and discounts.

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San Diego Tourist Attractions

No matter what time of year it is, San Diego’s beautiful weather and numerous attractions mean that there are always fun things to do. Here are some of the best tourist attractions that are just a short drive from the San Diego Airport. 

SeaWorld

Watch sea otters play and feed sea lions at this unique marine biology haven. You can touch dolphins and manta rays before going on roller coaster rides that plunge you into pools. If you’re a fan of the whale shows, you can catch one before heading over to enjoy the turtle exhibit. The fun and education here is for all ages--and you can have fun knowing that you’re also supporting SeaWorld’s efforts to save endangered marine species.  

La Jolla

From posh shopping to dazzling nightlife to rugged tide pools, La Jolla is the ultimate beach town getaway. Torrey Pines Golf Course offers some of the best golf in the state, and the Museum of Contemporary Art is perfect for contemplating how the ocean inspires creativity. Kids will love the La Jolla Children’s Beach, and if you’re more adventurous, you can snorkel with sharks at the nearby nature preserve.

Travel Guide: San Diego Business Trip

After a long day of business meetings, you can enjoy your business trip in San Diego to the fullest. From gorgeous beaches to the best golf in the state, here are the must-do attractions in San Diego. 

 

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Best Things to Do in San Diego

San Diego’s natural charm is inviting to everyone. There are adventures in this city for your whole family, from historic sites to beautiful beaches to exciting amusement parks. Whether you’ll be here for a month or for just a few days, these are the best San Diego attractions you won’t want to miss! 

 

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You'll find we offer a variety of car rental insurance and coverage options to help you rent with peace of mind.

 

 

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San Diego Travel FAQs

San Diego has excellent nightlife, no matter your interests. Many of Balboa Park’s museums extend their hours during the summer, and the Old Globe Theatre provides classic entertainment year-round. Additionally, you could ferry across San Diego Bay, go on a club crawl, or dine at various restaurants. 

We recommend spending at least three days in San Diego so that you have plenty of time to enjoy the city’s attractions, unique neighborhoods, and outdoor adventures. However, you could easily stay a week or longer and never run out of things to do in the city.

San Diego is about 120 miles from downtown Los Angeles, so you should be able to make the drive in your Budget rental in around two hours if the roads are clear. However, plan for a lengthier trip if you make the drive during high-traffic hours in either city. 

A Budget car rental is the best way to get around San Diego. The city has public transportation available, but it’s not as well-connected as many other cities of the same size. By choosing to drive, you’ll have much more time to fit the city’s various attractions into your schedule.