Rental cars in Sighthill from $33

If your trip to Sighthill is all booked but your itinerary is a bit on the empty side, let us give you a few hints and tips.Sometimes short drives are nice too. Just down the road, Gyle Shopping Centre and Baberton Golf Club will keep you busy. Once you’ve marked them off your list, steer that car in the direction of Murrayfield Ice Rink.

If you’re eager to head out on a day trip, we can give you a couple of ideas. Why not jump in the car and see what’s going on in Slateford or Gorgie? Both have plenty to do and a decent variety of accommodations. Slateford is 2 miles away, and Gorgie is 2 miles.

Sighthill is home to some magical seaside areas, and what better way to explore them than from behind the wheel of your own rental car. See what fascinating shells and treasures you can find sprinkled along the water’s edge at one of these top beaches:

• Portobello Beach (8 miles away).
• Joppa Shore (8 miles away).
• Black Sands (9 miles away).

Constantly on the go for work-related reasons? Convention centers are probably quite familiar to you. With easy access to hotels and cafés, your trip is sure to go off without a hitch if you’re heading to any of these places:

• Edinburgh Corn Exchange (2 miles away).
• Usher Hall (4 miles away).
• Riddle’s Court (4 miles away).

Grab the keys to an intermediate car and soak up the beautiful sights of Edinburgh with a few friends. These mid-size vehicles offer more room to move and a bigger trunk to store all your essentials. They have terrific gas mileage, so you can easily travel the 4 miles between Sighthill and downtown Edinburgh (and beyond!) without hurting your hip pocket. But if you’re eager to spoil yourself on your escape, why not reserve a premium vehicle? Awesome extra features, such as sunroofs and the latest audio technology systems, promise an incredible driving experience.

You’ll be glad to hear that there’s an impressive variety of luxurious rental vehicles available in Sighthill. What you end up going for will depend on your funds and the activities you’ve got planned. Specialty and prestige vehicles are hard to beat if you’re all about mod cons and comfort. If you feel like splashing out, why not go for a fully kitted-out SUV, or perhaps a fancy medium-sized vehicle? Alternatively, if you just need something to get you around town as efficiently as possible, you’re better off going with an economy vehicle (or something else that won’t burn a hole in your wallet).

In Sighthill, motorists stick to the left side of the road. That means the steering wheel is on the right-hand side. If you’ve rented a vehicle with a manual transmission, you’ll have to get used to shifting gears with your left hand.

Peak-hour traffic jams aren’t a major concern in Sighthill and the greater Edinburgh area. With a population of 465,000, the roads aren’t as busy here as they are in bigger cities.

Grabbing a place to park in Sighthill isn’t always simple. That’s why many people opt for a hotel that has its own parking. When leaving the car around the city, take careful note of the signage. Overstaying the permitted time limit could result in a hefty fine.

Like the rest of the city of Edinburgh, the neighborhood of Sighthill has speed limits ranging from 20mph to 70mph. In residential zones, you usually won’t be able to drive faster than 20mph.

Generally, one of two things will happen. Your chosen car rental company may bill the fined amount to your credit card. This is the usual practice. On the other hand, it may pass on your contact information to local authorities so the fine is issued directly to you.

Although there are some exceptions, seat belts must be worn in Edinburgh.

It is illegal to use a cell phone while driving your car in Sighthill. You could even be slapped with a fine for just holding a phone while you’re at the wheel.

In Sighthill, it is illegal to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.05%. If you’re going to have a drink or two with lunch or dinner, leave the car at your hotel.

Road rules in Sighthill allow drivers at a red light to turn into the lane closest to them, without waiting for a green signal. Before turning, the car must completely stop and the driver must ensure the lane is clear before proceeding.