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San Jose Car Rental
San Jose is the biggest city in northern California, in terms of both population and area, and is recognized as the economic, cultural and political center of Silicon Valley. It is a thriving, fascinating destination where you can see everything from tech-focused museums in the downtown area to the rolling hills of the Santa Clara Valley. Booking car rental at San Jose International Airport will ensure you can take full advantage of everything the city and the wider region has to offer.
Location Information
- Currency US Dollar
- Local Time GMT -8
- Urban Speed Limit 35 mph
- Rural Speed Limit 55 mph
- Highway Speed Limit 65 mph
- Drink Drive Limit 0.08% BAC
- Side of road Right hand side
Top Attractions
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Winchester Mystery House
Located at 525 S. Winchester Boulevard, the Winchester Mystery House is a stunning 160-room mansion with a fascinating history. It was built by Sarah Pardee Winchester, who inherited a fortune from the Winchester Repeating Arms Company but felt haunted by the spirits of people killed by Winchester rifles. Her obsession with adding new elements to the house over nearly four decades resulted in a number of bizarre features, including doors that open to walls and stairways that lead to ceilings.
San Jose Museum of Art
Art lovers shouldn't miss the opportunity to visit this museum on South Market Street in downtown San Jose, which specializes in showcasing work by artists based on America's west coast. After taking in its collection of paintings, sculpture, photography, drawings and more, you could head to the nearby Tech Interactive technology and science museum or the Plaza de Cesar Chavez.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Driving south from San Jose on US Route 101 and following CA-156 W and CA-1 S will take you to the city of Monterey and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, which is home to more than 600 species of plants and animals. Stingrays, jellyfish, sea otters, seahorses and many other marine creatures can be seen above and below the waterline at this popular attraction.
Location Trends
- Most popular car type 7 Seater People Carrier
- Most popular add on Sat Nav
- Cheapest day rate $37.59
- Average day rate $44.36
- Most expensive month Aug
- Cheapest month Jan
Places to visit
San Francisco
One of the world's most famous and iconic cities is located less than an hour away from San Jose by car. Arrange your car rental in San Jose and follow US-101 north to reach San Francisco, where you can enjoy some of the best visitor experiences the United States has to offer, like seeing the Golden Gate Bridge, visiting Alcatraz Island and exploring Golden Gate Park, which is 20% bigger than New York City's Central Park.
Santa Cruz
The seafront city of Santa Cruz is also within easy reach of San Jose, situated just a 40-minute drive away. Take I-280 out of San Jose and follow CA route 17 south to get there. This popular beach hotspot is probably best-known for its boardwalk, which is full of rides, games and attractions that will surely keep younger visitors entertained. Venture away from the beach and you will find nature sites, a historic church and a charming downtown district to explore.
Big Sur
If you're keen to take in some of the most spectacular scenery California has to offer, Big Sur is one of the best places to do it. This beautiful stretch of seafront between Carmel Highlands and San Simeon offers awe-inspiring views as the blue waters of the Pacific meet the Santa Lucia mountains. Taking US-101 south from San Jose, followed by CA-156 west and CA-1 south, will take you all the way to Big Sur.
San Jose Car Rental FAQs
Booking a compact, practical San Jose rental will help you navigate the busy roads in the city and surrounding areas.
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport
There are no toll roads in San Jose itself, but you might have to pay tolls to cross bridges while driving around northern California.
May is the sunniest month, closely followed by April, June and July.
February is San Jose's wettest month, averaging 79mm of rainfall.
The SubZERO Festival, Viva Fest, Obon Festival and Christmas in the Park