Car Rentals in Philadelphia

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4.0

Cons: Difficult to find them (shuttle stops at a different location than all the other car rental shuttles) and rude customer service agents.

Reviewed Feb 2019

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4.4

Cons: Car smelled of smoke. Pick up directions were unclear.

Reviewed Feb 2019

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5.2

Pros: The staff were helpful and courteous.

Cons: I was not informed that I had to take a shuttle to "Wally Park" to get to the Advantage office. I had to call the company 3 or 4 times to figure out how to get picked up (and the volume of their recorded message was so low I could hardly hear it). It took over an hour to get there.

Reviewed Feb 2019

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8.0

Pros: great car, clean, service at offier was good and lady was nice

Cons: not clear how to shuttle from airport to rental car office

Reviewed Nov 2018

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8.0

Pros: Check in and check out was fast. The Car I had was nice and clean.

Cons: The car only had half a tank of gas. The office where I had to pick up and drop off the car was a construction trailer - not what I was expecting. The Advantage office/trailer didn't open until 7:10am the morning I dropped off the car where the hours indicated open at 7am.

Reviewed Nov 2018

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2.0

Gave away my reservation!

Pros: Nothing!

Cons: My reservation was for 12 noon. I landed at 2 and arrived at 3pm. They had given away all their cars because I was "too late." There were several other people coming in, they had given away everyone's cars. Some people were not even getting refunds. Legitimate car rentals hold your car for 24 hours. According to one employee, they do this every day. If i were to book a hotel room with a 3pm check in listed, would they give away the room if i wasn't there at 3? I hope this company goes out of business.

Reviewed Oct 2018

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2.0

Pros: I never rented a car with you, they took charge in two cards for a single reservation AND they give me the empty car and I give it more full and I charge the full car. thieves

Cons: I never rented a car with you, they took charge in two cards for a single reservation AND they give me the empty car and I give it more full and I charge the full car. thieves

Reviewed Aug 2018

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2.0

We never got a rental with them. They were out. Was very poor.

Pros: Nothing

Cons: Shuttle was not where other rentals were we had to ask and call. Was a trailer where their office was. Got in line with 8 other people. Then after 15 minutes the announce they had no rentals. We would all need to wait until another returns and they could not tell us when. Was worst experience ever!

Reviewed Aug 2018

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2.0

Should have known better than to rent here

Pros: Nothing to like. Ultimately left and did not get car.

Cons: Arrived to find a long line of people waiting for cars. Not a single worker in sight when I arrived. Saw a few come and go during 15 minutes of waiting, but no one behind the counter and no movement of the line. Talked to the person next to me. They were there for >2 hours and had no progress on getting a car. Do not know fully what the issue was. Did they not have enough employees? Did they not have enough cars? Was it something else? I will never know as after ~1 hour of no movement and no answers I needed to leave. My suggestion to others - if you do end up renting from this location do not be tempted by the pre-pay option. That way if you are unable to get a car you will not have to go through the hassle of trying to get your pre-paid money back.

Reviewed Aug 2018

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9.6

Cons: Car less than half full of fuel when we picked it up.

Reviewed Aug 2018

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2.0

Skip this Company, at least in Philly

Pros: The counter staff was nice and as helpful as possible given what they had to work with.

Cons: I rented in Philly, I luckily had some time to kill before my meeting in Atlantic City or I would have been FUMING!!! It took me almost 2 HOURS to find and get to the rental company. They did not send a confirmation with directions on how to find them, they were NOT with all the other car rental shuttles, you had to take a Shuttle to the WALLY PARK parking lot and then they were in a temporary trailer. Luckily I read the bad reviews on YELP as I was trying to find them, and a review gave me the needed info on #1 how to find them, #2 that they try to have you sign the form stating there's no damage to the car BEFORE you see the car, and #3 that the cars were pretty dirty inside and out. As it happened, they tried to have me sign that there was no damage to the car and it had pretty bad damage, then I saw the inside and it was filthy, so I asked for another car, this one was damage free and cleaner. Also the rate came back on Kayak as $62 for the 36 hours and they charged me almost $120.

Reviewed Jul 2018

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4.4

Never again

Pros: Decent price

Cons: 45 minutes to pick up, and not pickup is located in rental car pickup area. Building is just a trailer in a parking lot. Staff not friendly.

Reviewed Jul 2018

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9.6

Cons: Car less than half full of fuel when we picked it up.

Reviewed Aug 2018

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8.0

Pros: great car, clean, service at offier was good and lady was nice

Cons: not clear how to shuttle from airport to rental car office

Reviewed Nov 2018

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8.0

Pros: Check in and check out was fast. The Car I had was nice and clean.

Cons: The car only had half a tank of gas. The office where I had to pick up and drop off the car was a construction trailer - not what I was expecting. The Advantage office/trailer didn't open until 7:10am the morning I dropped off the car where the hours indicated open at 7am.

Reviewed Nov 2018

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4.0

Cons: Difficult to find them (shuttle stops at a different location than all the other car rental shuttles) and rude customer service agents.

Reviewed Feb 2019

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4.4

Cons: Car smelled of smoke. Pick up directions were unclear.

Reviewed Feb 2019

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5.2

Pros: The staff were helpful and courteous.

Cons: I was not informed that I had to take a shuttle to "Wally Park" to get to the Advantage office. I had to call the company 3 or 4 times to figure out how to get picked up (and the volume of their recorded message was so low I could hardly hear it). It took over an hour to get there.

Reviewed Feb 2019

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2.0

Gave away my reservation!

Pros: Nothing!

Cons: My reservation was for 12 noon. I landed at 2 and arrived at 3pm. They had given away all their cars because I was "too late." There were several other people coming in, they had given away everyone's cars. Some people were not even getting refunds. Legitimate car rentals hold your car for 24 hours. According to one employee, they do this every day. If i were to book a hotel room with a 3pm check in listed, would they give away the room if i wasn't there at 3? I hope this company goes out of business.

Reviewed Oct 2018

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2.0

Pros: I never rented a car with you, they took charge in two cards for a single reservation AND they give me the empty car and I give it more full and I charge the full car. thieves

Cons: I never rented a car with you, they took charge in two cards for a single reservation AND they give me the empty car and I give it more full and I charge the full car. thieves

Reviewed Aug 2018

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2.0

We never got a rental with them. They were out. Was very poor.

Pros: Nothing

Cons: Shuttle was not where other rentals were we had to ask and call. Was a trailer where their office was. Got in line with 8 other people. Then after 15 minutes the announce they had no rentals. We would all need to wait until another returns and they could not tell us when. Was worst experience ever!

Reviewed Aug 2018

review from
2.0

Should have known better than to rent here

Pros: Nothing to like. Ultimately left and did not get car.

Cons: Arrived to find a long line of people waiting for cars. Not a single worker in sight when I arrived. Saw a few come and go during 15 minutes of waiting, but no one behind the counter and no movement of the line. Talked to the person next to me. They were there for >2 hours and had no progress on getting a car. Do not know fully what the issue was. Did they not have enough employees? Did they not have enough cars? Was it something else? I will never know as after ~1 hour of no movement and no answers I needed to leave. My suggestion to others - if you do end up renting from this location do not be tempted by the pre-pay option. That way if you are unable to get a car you will not have to go through the hassle of trying to get your pre-paid money back.

Reviewed Aug 2018

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2.0

Skip this Company, at least in Philly

Pros: The counter staff was nice and as helpful as possible given what they had to work with.

Cons: I rented in Philly, I luckily had some time to kill before my meeting in Atlantic City or I would have been FUMING!!! It took me almost 2 HOURS to find and get to the rental company. They did not send a confirmation with directions on how to find them, they were NOT with all the other car rental shuttles, you had to take a Shuttle to the WALLY PARK parking lot and then they were in a temporary trailer. Luckily I read the bad reviews on YELP as I was trying to find them, and a review gave me the needed info on #1 how to find them, #2 that they try to have you sign the form stating there's no damage to the car BEFORE you see the car, and #3 that the cars were pretty dirty inside and out. As it happened, they tried to have me sign that there was no damage to the car and it had pretty bad damage, then I saw the inside and it was filthy, so I asked for another car, this one was damage free and cleaner. Also the rate came back on Kayak as $62 for the 36 hours and they charged me almost $120.

Reviewed Jul 2018

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4.4

Never again

Pros: Decent price

Cons: 45 minutes to pick up, and not pickup is located in rental car pickup area. Building is just a trailer in a parking lot. Staff not friendly.

Reviewed Jul 2018

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Top tips for renting a car in Philadelphia

A hire car will give you the ultimate flexibility during your stay in Philadelphia. Drive into the city from the airport in under 20 minutes and reach all sights and attractions conveniently with your car, such as the Lincoln Field Stadium to see the Eagles play, or other places of interest outside of the city, such as Princeton University, which is less than an hour by car away, or Atlantic City, which is just over an hour’s drive.

The easiest pick-up location for a hire car is at the Philadelphia International Airport. Various companies offer vehicles here, including Avis, Enterprise, and Hertz. Information and pick-up is located at the Ground Transportation Information desks at the baggage claim area, but the airport is signposted throughout, so finding the right desk should be no problem.

When driving in Philadelphia there are some things to bear in mind, such as the red light cameras, some dare-devil cyclists, and the difficulties of finding a parking spot. Make sure to drive with patience and attention, as fines can reach hundreds of dollars quickly. Watch out for side track cyclists and opt for a hotel with an included parking space so your vacation will go smoothly.

Especially when venturing out of the city core, road conditions in Philadelphia can be challenging, so adapting your speed is crucial. Driving through the rush hour should also be avoided if possible, which is usually between 7 and 9 AM and 4 and 6 PM. The I-76W is especially affected with commuters clogging up the street. Also bear in mind that winters in Philadelphia can include snow, sleet, and ice, so ensuring that the vehicle is properly equipped is important.

Book your rental car in Philadelphia at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about hiring a car in Philadelphia

What is the best hire car agency in Philadelphia?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Philadelphia are Alamo (8.7, 6907 reviews), Enterprise (8.5, 13091 reviews), and Avis (7.6, 2329 reviews).

How can I find hire car agencies near me in Philadelphia?

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best hire cars near you.

What type of car is recommended for driving in Philadelphia?

As parking spots are hard to come by in Philadelphia, it is advisable to opt for a smaller car that can easily cruise through the city. A minivan is a great option for families who need additional space, and it still provides the right size. Travelers wanting to explore the surrounding nature like Schuylkill River may want to choose an SUV.

What's the speed limit in Philadelphia?

When driving through residential areas, 25 mph is usually permitted, but also look out for street signs indicating the speed limit. Outside of residential areas, drivers can speed up to 35 mph unless indicated otherwise. On motorways, speeds of up to 55 mph are permitted unless the posted sign allows more.

How are gas prices in Philadelphia?

Refilling your tank in the area will cost about $2.80 per gallon; however, at petrol stations like Costco, prices can get as low as $2.40. Petrolstations around the airport, on the other hand, should generally be avoided, as they tend to be more expensive.

Where are the best places to park in Philadelphia?

There are metered parking spots in the city -- but be careful, as the PPA are very efficient in Philadelphia and a ticket can be issued the second your time runs out. Also, if you park in a no-parking area, you can expect your car to be ticketed and towed. There are also PPA car parks and garages available, which cost around $25 for 24 hours and are dotted around the city, for example Parkade on 8th, Gateway Parking Garage, or 19th and Callowhill Street.

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