Rent a Car in Santa Cruz, CA

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Santa Cruz Car Rental & Nearby Locations

  • Address:

    630 Ocean St

    Phone:

    (1) 831-423-1244

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

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

    Free pickup service available

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Santa Cruz Rental Cars

From sunny days on the beach to dazzling nights at restaurants, while exploring the nightlife, a car rental in Santa Cruz, CA, can be your key out of the hotel and around the city. Spend a relaxing day in nature at The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park or shopping along the pier. Or if you are here on business, meet a client for a game of golf at DeLaveaga Golf Course. Even locals can benefit from affordable and convenient transportation, after a car accident or during a road trip. 

Make life easier by booking a car rental in Santa Cruz with Avis today. Before you know it, you’ll be driving along the coast and traveling throughout the city.

 

 Popular Cars to Rent in Santa Cruz

Take the family camping with the help of a minivan rental. Spend the weekend at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. 

 

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Experience California like a local with a Jeep Wrangler Rental as you zoom around Santa Cruz Beach. Make sure to stop at the shops and eateries!

 

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Fight the sand with a full-size pickup truck as you journey over to Natural Bridges State Beach. If you’re lucky you can catch the butterfly migration. 

 

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Things To Do & Santa Cruz Attractions

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Life is a party on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, so rent a car and don’t miss out on the fun. From greasy foods like corn dogs and fries to thrilling rides along the pier, the boardwalk is every child’s dream. Enjoy this iconic seaside attraction. 

Lighthouse Field State Beach

With a rental car on hand, you’ll have to add this picturesque beach to your must-see attractions. Spend a romantic afternoon watching the sunset with views of the lighthouse or splash away with the family as you soak up the sun.