Cheap Car Rental in Silverton

If your trip to Silverton is all organized but your travel itinerary is a little on the empty side, let us give you a helping hand.Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre is one sight that attracts plenty of travelers like yourself. If you have some space on that travel schedule, squeeze in Silvery Slocan Historical Museum as well.

If you’re searching for day-trip inspiration, we can help out. Located 30 miles away, Nakusp is worth getting in the car for. Nakusp Hot Springs, Nakusp Arena and Waterfront Walkway alone make the drive out here worthwhile. Locals will also probably point you toward Nelson, 30 miles away. If you only have time for one thing here, make sure it’s Baldface Lodge. (But we’d also recommend Nelson Whitewater Rafting Co. And Granite Pointe Golf Club.)

Sure, you can get out and explore Silverton without a car. But with so much to see, having one is sure to make your trip much easier. If you’re hoping to venture out into some nature, choose a vehicle with a little extra power. A full-size car or an SUV could be just the ticket. A smaller car, like a mini or a compact, is an excellent choice if you’ll only be taking shorter trips.

You’ll be glad to hear that there’s a broad range of both high-end and economy rental vehicles in Silverton. What you end up opting for is largely dependent on how much you’re willing to spend as well as what you plan to do. Prestige vehicles offer the best in mod cons and comfort. If you’re splashing out, why not book an SUV with all the bells and whistles, or perhaps a fancy medium-sized vehicle? Otherwise, if you just need a car to get you around town as economically as possible, we can help you out with a versatile compact vehicle (or something else that’s unlikely to break the bank).

In Silverton, you’ll have to stick to the right-hand side. When visiting someplace new, it’s a good idea to rent a car with automatic transmission. That way, you can concentrate on the road ahead and not stress about gear changes.

Finding somewhere to leave the car in Silverton is easy. You don’t need to circle the block in heavy traffic here — and that’s why the locals love it. There’s plentiful on and off-street parking to take your pick of.

Yes, there are. In Silverton, speed limits range from 50km/h to 120km/h. Most built-up areas have a maximum speed limit of 50km/h unless marked otherwise.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your rental company may bill the fined amount to your credit card. This is the more common practice. Alternatively, it may pass on your contact information to the relevant local authority so the fine is sent to you directly.

It is prohibited to use your cell phone while you’re behind the wheel in Silverton, and you may even be fined for simply handling a phone if you’re in control of a vehicle. That being said, using hands-free or Bluetooth functions is allowed, as long as you keep your attention on the road.

While operating a vehicle in Silverton, it’s a criminal offence to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.05%. Planning to have one or two drinks with lunch or dinner? Consider taking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

Road rules in Silverton permit drivers at a red light to turn into the lane nearest to them without having to wait for a green signal. Before turning, the car must completely stop and the driver must be sure that the way is clear before proceeding.

Seat belts must be worn in Central Kootenay. Having said that, the rules may not apply for some vehicles, such as those used by public transportation networks.