$77 Cheap Car Rental in Shimada

If your trip to Shimada is all locked in but your travel itinerary is looking a little empty, let us give you a helping hand.Keep yourself on the move by swinging by Kawane Thermal Spa and Oi River. Another place to look into is Shimada City Museum.

Top up the gas tank, because there are a few good reasons to get out and explore beyond Shimada. They include Izu Oceanic Park in Ito — a well-known road-trip destination just 55 miles away. After that, point your wheels toward Izu Glass and Glasswork Museum.

Pack the car with a hamper of tasty snacks and drinks and set off to one of the awesome beaches near Shimada. Some of the most popular places to set up a seaside picnic are:

• Kashima Beach (14 miles away).
• Sagara Beach (17 miles away).

Having your own set of wheels in Shimada will give you more freedom to go wherever you like. Maybe you can’t wait to head out of the city, hit the highway, and see where the wind takes you. If that’s the case, book one of our mid-size or full-size SUVs and take in the rocky coastlines in the surrounding area. If you’d rather experience the bright lights of the city, go for something small. Dashing around heavy traffic will be a lot easier in an economy or compact car.

Sometimes it’s all about the journey, which makes your car choice important. If you’re about to head off on an unforgettable road trip around Shimada, a roomy SUV could be the best solution. If you want the cheapest possible price and plan on doing a lot of city driving, an economy car is a clever pick. All you have to do is decide what’ll suit you best, round up the troops, and hit the road.

In Shimada, motorists drive on the left side of the road. This means the steering wheel is on the right side. If your rental vehicle has a manual transmission, get used to shifting gears with your left hand.

It can be challenging to find a parking space in Shimada. Once you get your hands on one, make sure you pay close attention to the signage. Overstaying the maximum time limit or parking in a restricted area can leave a big hole in your vacation budget.

As with many places, roads get busy in the rush hours before and after work. However, thanks to its smaller population of around 75,800, traffic gridlock isn’t a big concern in Shimada.

The residential zones in the city of Shimada have a 40km/h speed limit. Outside these areas, the speed limits usually range between 30km/h and 100km/h.

Normally your car rental company will charge the amount detailed on the fine to your credit card, including local surcharges and taxes. Otherwise, they may provide your contact details to the relevant local authority, who’ll then send a fine directly to you.

As is the case in many places, standard cell phone usage is prohibited while operating a vehicle in Shimada. There is an exception for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just make sure you maintain focus on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit when driving in Shimada is 0.03%. If you’re planning a big night out, leave your car behind and organize another way of getting home instead.

No. In Shimada, red means stop, with no exceptions. When nearing traffic lights, always maintain a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.

Seat belts should always be worn in Shizuoka Prefecture. However, these rules may differ for certain vehicles, like those used by public transportation networks.