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Car hire in Denver – Enjoying the Best of Colorado
From its beginnings as a gold-mining base, Denver has grown into one of America's most important and stylish cities. With its mild year-round climate, it has become a vital crossroads of the west with major road connections to various parts of the country.
Denver is a diverse city with several key attractions and an impressive array of cutting-edge architecture. Recreation is a way of life here - for tourists and residents alike - and this includes a large number of first-class ski resorts located within a few hours' drive (including Vail, Breckenridge and Aspen, among many others).
First-time visitors are urged to take a stroll through Lower Downtown, Denver’s first settlement in the 19th century and the city’s oldest neighbourhood. The city is also home to dozens of museums, ranging from contemporary art to miniatures on display (don't miss the amazing Denver Art Museum, one of America's best).
With a car hire in Denver you can see all that this incredible city has to offer before embarking on the trip of a lifetime to the wonderful Rocky Mountains just a 90-minute drive away. Road-trippers have the very best of Colorado and its surroundings at their disposal, which includes an exhilarating drive along the Mount Evans Highway (closed in winter). You can even try out a new state and drive your car hire to Los Angeles, a vibrant city in California.
With over 65 years' international car hire experience, Auto Europe is the best company to get you amazing discounts on car rental in Denver and elsewhere around the USA. We work with all the world’s most prestigious suppliers which enables us to offer our customers the widest choice of vehicles, always at the lowest prices.
You can book online now simply by making a quick search through our high-tech booking engine or contact our award-winning rental specialists and they will be happy to get you the best deal. For added peace of mind, check out the user ratings and comments posted by some of Auto Europe's previous customers in the city on our Denver car hire reviews page.
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Where to pick up a car hire in Denver
Auto Europe works with all the world's top car hire suppliers, such as Europcar, Hertz, Budget, Dollar, National, Avis, Sixt and Alamo. These companies are the leaders of the market and when you book a car rental in Denver with any of them, you'll be able to collect your vehicle and be on your way in just a few minutes. Auto Europe can help you make the right choice by giving you the chance to make a search in our state-of-the-art booking engine, after which an interactive map will show all the available car hire locations in Denver.
Denver Airport
After landing at Denver Airport, you're just a 40-minute drive from Downtown and all the attractions the cty has to offer. A major airline hub not just in Colorado but the rest of the United States, it can be eaily reached by public transportation, including the convenient SkyRide bus and the University of Colorado A Line train which also serves the Denver-Aurora and Boulder metropolitan areas. Several car rental firms operate at the airport property and provide courtesy shuttle service to and from the main terminal (go to Level 5, Island 4, where you'll find the shuttles outside doors 505-513 on the east side and doors 504-512 on the west side).
Denver Airport (DEN)
Website: flydenver.com
Address: 8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249
Telephone: +1 303 342 2000
Book with the best car hire suppliers in Denver
Auto Europe is a leading international car hire company currently offering a vast selection of convenient pick-up and drop-off locations in 190 different destinations around the world. Thanks to our many years of experience dealing with all the global and local car rental companies, we can offer you the best standard of service and cheapest prices on the market.
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Should you require additional information about the car hire companies we work with or their policies, for example out of office pick up or questions regarding age restrictions, our car rental specialists are just a phone call or e-mail away and happy to assist you.
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Denver
This section features the most frequent questions asked by people booking a car hire in Denver. Scroll down for important tips relating to a wide range of essential car hire topics, such as credit cards, coverage, tolls, traffic and much more. If you need any more information, please feel free to get in touch with our reservations team and they will be happy to help you with your reservation and assist you with your travel itinerary.
Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Denver?
Yes. When you rent a car in Denver you will be required to present a valid credit card in the main driver's name in order to be able to collect the vehicle. The reason for this is because the vast majority of rental companies need to place a hold on the value of the deductible for the car for the duration of the rental period as a protection against theft or any damage caused. This amount is promptly returned to the card once the vehicle has been returned in exactly the same condition as when it was picked up. It's a surprise for people when they try to pick up their low-cost car hire in Denver and refused because of a problem with their credit card, which must have a high enough credit limit and always be in the name of the person driving the vehicle. Please note that debit or pre-paid cards are not acceptable, only major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard, Diners and American Express. It’s easy to find out which cards and card types are accepted, simply by making a quick search in the Auto Europe booking engine and clicking on the blue and white info icon (i) to access all the necessary credit and debit card information. Note that travellers booking a luxury car might be asked for a second credit card (also in the main driver's name) due to the high value of such vehicles. Please take a look at our dedicated blog post for more info on the importance of the use of credit cards when hiring a car. You can also click on the following link to find out more information on credit card and deposit requirements when picking up a car hire in Denver and other key locations in the USA.
What insurance do I need for my car rental in Denver?
When searching for car hire in Denver through the Auto Europe booking engine, you'll find that all our rates include Zero Excess which comes as standard with all rentals and includes value added tax (VAT), liability insurance, fire insurance, collision damage waiver (CDW) zero excess and theft protection (TP). Most customers choose to cover themselves with our very popular Full Damage & Theft Protection policy when driving in Denver and other parts of the USA, which means that if their vehicle is damaged at all during the rental period, they will not have to pay for anything. There are several key points to remember about car hire coverage, so please visit the dedicated page in our website to find out more.
If you need to make a claim, please note that you must pay the car rental supplier first then claim back the amount from Auto Europe. It is important when making a claim with Auto Europe that you provide all the required documents to receive your refund as quickly as possible. All this info is easily accessible in the Auto Europe booking engine search results, simply by clicking on the blue and white info icon (i) and all the relevant coverage details such as Zero Excess will pop up. Please be aware that local car rental staff sometimes attempt to sell their own products on top of what you might have already purchased from us, including coverage, and this often happens when customers arrive to pick up their vehicle. As a rule, these policies are completely optional and anything being offered by the local supplier’s employees will most likey prove to be surplus to your requirements and non-refundable.
For more information about Auto Europe’s fully-inclusive Zero Excess coverage, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our reservations team for assistance. Our products are designed to give you total peace of mind during your trip, thus providing you with the best-possible experience for your cheap car rental in Denver.
How is the traffic in Denver?
Denver is a modern, sophisticated city that's invested heavily in its tourism infrastructure in recent years, which includes the traffic system in the areas around Downtown and Denver Airport. The city's roads are quite wide compared with European cities and accommodate larger vehicles, and on the outskirts of the city you will have plenty of space for driving around and generally the traffic is not too busy in these districts outside the rush hour. It's important to be aware that when driving your car hire in Denver you'll need to adhere to strict road rules which are intended to keep the roads safer. Getting in and out of the city is quick and easy and travellers can drive to neighbouring places like Colorado Springs and Aspen without any stress. Please consult our USA Driving Guide for lots of useful information relating to getting around Denver and the rest of the state of Colorado by car.
Where can I park my car hire in Denver?
You can park your car hire in Denver at one of the many car parks available throughout the inner city. There are plenty of underground and overground car parks available in Downtown, as well as on-street parking spaces all over the city. Most car parks or on-street parking in the city centre require payment and the rates and time limits for metered parking vary by location and are clearly stated on the meter or at the kiosk. In the downtown area near Coors Field, the Pepsi Center and LoDo, there are very few free parking opportunities on weekdays. In some areas a few blocks from the city centre there are some non-metered spots within a reasonable walking distance of downtown. Another option is to park your car hire outside the city centre and travel in. Union Station, which is the main transport hub, is also another option for parking and located just a short distance from the main street that runs through the centre of the city.
Do I need to pay tolls when driving my car hire in Denver?
E-470 is a toll highway that runs along the eastern perimeter of the Denver metropolitan area. The 47-mile beltway extends from State Highway C-470 at I-25 in Douglas County south of Denver, runs east and then north through Aurora, passes along the western edge of the Denver International Airport, and turns back towards the west, ending at I-25 on the north end of the metropolitan area. For up-to-date information on toll roads in Denver, please consult the respective E-470 travel page.
Do I need an international driving licence to hire a car in Denver?
Yes, you will be required to present an International Driver’s Licence but only if the main driver's licence is not in the English language. This means that it is mandatory if the driver's licence is not in the Roman alphabet, such as Japanese, Greek, Russian, Bulgarian, etc. Please note that the International Driver’s Licence and must be accompanied by the driver's national driving licence.
Can I hire a campervan in Denver?
Although hiring a car in Denver is a great way of getting around the city and exploring its environs such as Dinosaur Ridge and Red Rocks Park, another excellent choice for families or groups of friends planning to travel together is to book a campervan in Denver for the thrill of going even further whilst saving money on hotels and restaurants.
Denver Travel Guide
In recent years, Denver has metamorphosed into a burgeoning tourist destination and one of the USA's must-visit cities. A centre for fashion, art, music and fine-dining, not to mention its unlimited outdoor appeal, it offers a fine blend of local culture and immense road-trip potential in the Rocky Mountain region close by.
Best day trips with my car rental in Denver
Denver has enormous potential for visitors exploring the city's surroundings on four wheels. For instance, Boulder is a laid-back university town about 25 minutes north-west of Denver and Colorado Springs can be reached in about 90 minutes from the city. Besides the numerous winter ski resorts situated an hour or two's drive west of Denver along the I-70, with a low-cost car hire in Denver it's also possible to visit the many vineyards located in Colorado's Wine Country by following the various wine trails organised by the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board. For drivers and their passengers looking to travel even further, it is also possible to embark on a road-trip and drop the vehicle off in another city with a one-way car hire. For added freedom and flexibility, why not take advantage of Auto Europe's excellent Free Additional Driver programme running throughout the year.
Dinosaur Ridge
Just 20 minutes from downtown Denver lies Dinosaur Ridge, a superb outdoor museum and a natural landmark of national importance because it is the site of the first Stegosaurus discovery anywhere in the world. The visit begins indoors in the Trek Through Time area where you can see rare paleo-murals, T-rex teeth and a fully complete Triceratops skull. Outdoors, you can sift for fossils and look for dinosaur relics before embarking on the Dinosaur Ridge Trail, a mile-long route with dinosaur bones, tracks and all sorts of related geological features. Guided tour on a shuttle bus with a local expert are also available.
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
One of the region's most spectacular attractions is Red Rocks Park, which can be reached in about 30 with a car rental in Denver. Home to the world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre — a major international concert arena with natural acoustics and one of America's best outdoor music venues where top artists such as Bruce Springsteen and the Beatles have performed since its opening in 1941. Besides stunning scenery, visitors can enjoy the on-site museum and Colorado Music Hall of Fame where visitors can learn all about the talented men, women and institutions that have shaped the culture of Colorado’s music history over the years.
Rocky Mountain National Park
A two-hour drive north of Denver takes you to Rocky Mountain National Park, an area dotted with scenic waterfalls, sparkling lakes and stellar views. This vast natural playground has rivers winding through clusters of mountains, mirrored alpinesque lakes and hot springs bubbling away inside verdant forests. Stephen King fans will have the chance to visit (and stay) at the Stanley Hotel which featured in the film The Shining starring Jack Nicholson. With your low-cost car rental in Denver you'll also be able to Follow the Trail Ridge Road to enjoy head-spinning views of soaring peaks and glaciers normally blanketed by snow in autumn, winter and early spring.
Mount Evans Scenic Byway
The highest paved road in North America, the Mount Evans Scenic Byway is an exciting driving route that rises more than 7,000 feet from the town of Idaho Springs to the summit of Mount Evans, one of Colorado's highest peaks. The route starts at Echo Lake and climbs 14 miles to the summit, from the most head-spinning vistas can be seen of the Front Range and the Great Plains. An excellent stopover is at the Walter Pesman Alpine Garden where you can view 1,700-year-old Bristlecone pines.
What to do in Denver
As one of the USA's upcoming tourist destinations, visitors to Denver will be treated to a great number of major attractions in and around the centre, as well as the city's environs. If it's museums and galleries you're looking for, then Denver is definitely the place for you because some of America's best (such as the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and Denver Art Museum) can be found right in the heart of the city's Downtown district. And families with young children should look no further than Denver Zoo, one of the oldest in the world, and the fantastic Downtown Aquarium where you can dive with the sharks and watch an amazing mermaid show. it's no surprise to find that Denver has more attractions than most of the other cities in the Middle East combined. There are several things that you simply cannot miss, such as the historic Bur Denver district on the south side of Denver Creek and Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building. Shopping is another key feature in Denver, and whether you're in the largest mall of smallest souk you'll be energised by the commecial buzz of this vibrant city.
- Denver Zoo: Established in the late 1800s, Denver Zoo is a world leader when it comes to animal care. This impressive attraction is home to more than 4,300 animals from all over the world and visitors can see elephants, tigers, primates and penguins in their natural habitat and participate in one of the zoo’s many daily Up-Close Animal Encounters sessions. Highlights include the two-mile-long Elephant Passage, the Harmony Hill Bear Habitat (home to the park's resident Grizzly Bear) and The EDGE where you can get up very close to two beautiful Siberian tigers.
- Denver Art Museum: One of the largest museums between Chicago and America's West Coast, the Denver Art Museum (DAM) is best known for its collection of Western American and Native American art. With over 70,000 pieces of art in 10 permanent collections, it also contains art from many different cultures from around the world, including Asian, African, Spanish Colonial and European masters. The building itself is an architectural gem covered in 9,000 titanium panels assembled in geometric planes reminiscent of the peaks of the nearby Rocky Mountains.
- Downtown Aquarium: With more than 500 species, Denver’s Downtown Aquarium features a shipwreck, coral lagoon and even a sunken temple. Besides an interactive stingray feeding session, visitors shouldn't miss the Mystic Mermaids performing one of their daily shows. After diving with the sharks and swimming with the fish, why not relax and enjoy a meak at the Dine in the Aquarium Restaurant where you can sit around a 50,000-gallon centerpiece aquarium to feast on a variety of themed dishes.
- Denver Museum of Nature and Science: One of the best attractions of its kind in the USA, the city's excellent Museum of Nature and Science is part of downtown’s City Park. This is the perfect place for the whole family and visitors can learn all about the local fossils and dinosaurs that once roamed the area and discover the mysteries of space and the universe as a whole. At the popular Discovery Zone, kids can immerse themselves in science with activities and programmes focused on learning whilst having a fun time. There’s also an on-site IMAX cinema and planetarium with show times running throughout the day.