Hungary has gorgeous countryside, bustling centers of commerce and delightful villages and small towns only the most determined may discover
. To really uncover the hidden gems in the city of Budapest Hungary, and the surrounding countryside the visitor may consider a car rental.
As with any country to which you are not native there are particular rules to pay attention to when considering a car rental. First is that Budapest Hungary and car rental agencies honor most European driver's permits however persons from Asia, Australia or Asia may have to get an IDP.
Holiday apartments vary both in pricing and amenities, it is usually wisest to book these well in advance. It is a simple matter to compare amenities at an online holiday apartment and accommodation site and know you will have your apartment is secured ahead of time. The same thing applies to your car rental for Budapest Hungary. Some car rental agencies provide booths in hotels so know ahead of time where you can pick up your rental car in Budapest.
A car rental for Budapest Hungary will commonly come with the standard insurance however for an additional amount CASCO insurance can be purchased at the renter's expense that will cover crash damages and theft except for a certain specified amount. Do some shopping with online car rental agencies when planning your holiday in Budapest.
The holiday traveler should also be aware that traffic jams are common within the city of Budapest Hungary so they should be armed with plenty of patience. The driving age is 21 and the driver must have held a license for at least one year to drive in Budapest Hungary.
Furthermore no alcohol at all is allowed while driving even a glass of wine is considered alcohol and can result in your license being revoked. Driving in Budapest traffic is sometimes fraught with long waits and short tempers and the streets can be in poor repair but you will see parts of the country you would miss by tram or bus and charming side street shops to delight the shopper or merely curious.
A car rental in Budapest Hungary can give the holiday traveler the freedom to explore the gorgeous Hungarian countryside and its hidden treasures as long as they plan ahead. Research the accommodations and rentals ahead such as using an online site, and read all the contracts carefully.
If you feel that a car rental may not be for you, then by all means use the public transportation system but do not miss the wonderful experience of Budapest no matter how you get around book your holiday apartment and car rental online and stay as long as you can you will never forget Budapest.