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Athens Car Rental & Nearby Locations

  • Address:

    1870 W Broad St

    Phone:

    (1) 706-353-0600

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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Rent a Car in Athens, Georgia

Need to rent a car in Athens? You might be making a long drive to Charlotte or Nashville, or you might be visiting on business. You might even be a traveler coming to check out the antebellum mansions and Southern hospitality that Athens is known for. In any case, Budget is your ideal choice for car rental in Athens, GA. 

Find the best rates on your favorite rental cars, from compact cars to 12-passenger vans. Enjoy a seamless online booking process and choose to pick up at our ATL Airport rental location, or the most convenient location for your needs. 

 

Athens Travel Tips

  1. There is I-85 to the north and I-20 to the south. Both meet in Atlanta, but I-85 heads up to Virginia and I-20 will take you east to Florence, South Carolina. 

  2. From Seabear to Mama’s Boy, Athens is full of impressive and tasty restaurants. True foodies would be wise to start planning their meals!

     

Popular Rental Options

From the University of Georgia to the state botanical garden, there’s plenty of popular sights to explore here in Athens. See it all in one of these reliable rental cars.

 

  • Compact Cars: You’ll be glad to be driving a compact car rental when you’re looking for a parking spot in lively downtown Athens.

  • Intermediate SUVs: Hit up the hiking trails of Sandy Creek Park with ease when you have a roomy SUV to get you there.

  • 12-Passenger Vans: Taking a group to the Georgia Museum of Art? Keep the crew together in a spacious van rental in Athens, GA.

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Athens Tourist Attractions

Lyndon House Arts Center

Take your rental car to check out the Lyndon House Arts Center, a must-see for any art enthusiast visiting Athens. What it lacks in size, it makes up for in charm and history. End your trip by picking up a piece from a local artist.

Oconee Forest Park

Get outdoors and enjoy the fresh air when you drive your Athens car rental from Budget to Oconee Forest Park. You can hike, bike, or picnic at the lake on a sunny day. You can also play tennis, check out the scenic bridge, or go for a run in any season.