Rental cars in Midtown East from $65

If your trip to Midtown East is all booked but your itinerary is a little on the empty side, let us give you a few hints and tips.Set your rental car’s navigation system to direct you to Chrysler Building. As one of the top attractions in Midtown East, you’ll want to make sure it’s right at the very top of your list.Amazing things to see and do around the neighborhood? United Nations Headquarters and St. Patrick’s Cathedral are up there. Swing by and discover what they’re all about.Leave that rental car in the hotel parking lot and exercise those legs. Not far from this neighborhood’s center, 5th Avenue is worth a visit. More adventure is waiting for you at Trump Tower and Bryant Park, which are also nearby.

If you’re eager to venture out on a day trip, we can help you with a couple of ideas. Why not jump in the car and find out what’s on offer in Turtle Bay or Murray Hill? Both have plenty to do and a decent range of hotels. Turtle Bay is 0.2 miles away, and Murray Hill is 0.3 miles.

Fill the tank, put your key in the ignition and get ready to feel the salty air whipping through your hair. Midtown East has some beautiful stretches of coastline, such as:

• Plum Beach (12 miles away).
• Coney Island Beach (12 miles away).
• Orchard Beach (12 miles away).

Frequently travel for business-related purposes? Convention centers are probably like a second home to you. With easy access to hotels and restaurants, you can be sure your trip will go off without a hitch if you’re heading to any of these places:

• PlayStation Theater (1 mile away).
• Penn Plaza Pavilion (1 mile away).
• The Foundry (1 mile away).

Today, many compact cars are very cleverly designed and boast plenty of creature comforts without the bigger size. Taking to the wheel in one of these is wise considering Midtown East is just 1 mile from the heart of New York. Be sure to check out some of the handy features and smooth handling of our compact rides that were made for city driving. You may find that your ideal rental car is smaller than you first imagined!

First of all, there’s an impressive variety of luxurious rental vehicles on offer in Midtown East. What you go for depends on how much you’re willing to spend and what you plan to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles offer unparalleled comfort and class. If you feel like splashing out, why not pick up a high-end SUV, or perhaps a cushy medium-sized sedan? On the other hand, if you’re just after something to zip around town in as efficiently as possible, stick with an economy vehicle (or something else that won’t burn a hole in your pocket).

People drive on the right side of the road in Midtown East. Even though the rules may be similar to home, it’s wise to drive a little more carefully in places you’ve never been.

Big cities mean dense traffic, and New York and its neighborhoods like Midtown East are no exception. You should be prepared for peak-hour traffic in the city center and along major roads.

Parking in Midtown East is easy. You won’t need to drive around the block in heavy traffic here — and that’s what the locals love about it. There’s loads of off and on-street parking on offer.

Midtown East is a neighborhood in the city of New York, where speed limits range from 25mph to 55mph. However, these limits can change. Residential zones are typically 40km/h unless posted otherwise.

Generally, your chosen car rental company will bill the amount listed on the fine to your credit card, including local taxes and surcharges. Or they may share your contact details with local authorities, who’ll then send a fine straight to you.

Although there are a few exceptions, seat belts must be fastened when the vehicle is in motion in New York.

It is against the law to use your cell phone while driving a car in Midtown East, and you could even be hit with a fine for just handling your phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. That being said, the use of hands-free or Bluetooth functions is allowed, as long as your focus remains on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit when operating a vehicle in Midtown East is 0.08%. If you’ve got a big night planned, leave your rental wheels behind and organize a different way of getting home instead.

It’s a big no-no to turn on a red light in Midtown East. When you come across one, enjoy a mindful moment until the signal changes to green.