Car hire Boston

A 2-3 hour drive south of Boston will take you to the delightful Cape Cod, where charming towns and wonderful beaches await. Browse quaint antique shops and take in the dune-fringed coastline of the Cape’s oldest town, Sandwich. Visit the bustling village of Hyannis in Barnstable, with its array of shops, galleries, restaurants and nightspots. Wander around chic boutiques in Chatham or relax on its magnificent beaches. Soak up the bohemian atmosphere in Provincetown and book an unforgettable whale-watching trip.

Why not combine your Boston holiday with skiing at one of New England’s superb ski resorts? Offering some of the region’s most challenging downhill action is Killington, 160 miles from Boston. Or drive your hire car 200 miles from the city to the historic village of Stowe in Vermont and hit the slopes of Mount Mansfield. Just a three-hour journey from Boston - the White Mountains of New Hampshire have made this one of New England’s most popular skiing destinations.

Use your car hire in Boston to visit the colourful, coastal city of Salem. As well as boasting a rich maritime heritage and a wealth of wonderful historic architecture, Salem is perhaps best-known as the location of the notorious 1692 witch trials. Learn about this tragic event at the Salem Witch Museum. Then explore the 17th-century colonial home and beautiful landscaped grounds that inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne to pen his novel, The House of the Seven Gables.

There are few areas more spectacular in autumn than New England. See the Fall Foliage transform into a stunning kaleidoscope of colours as you drive through rolling countryside dotted with expansive lakes. Ripe for outdoor adventure – Maine boasts a magnificent coastline and breathtaking mountain scenery. Follow the Wine Trail in charming Connecticut, or discover rich historic heritage and fabulous dining in Rhode Island. Take in the picture-perfect rural scenery in Vermont or relax on gorgeous sandy beaches in Massachusetts.

On longer Boston holidays, why not drive your hire car to New York (230 miles) and spend a few nights in the glittering Big Apple? Feel like a film star as you explore this city where many a movie has been shot. Admire the Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building. Watch the New York Knicks in action, take in a Broadway show or shop at the world-renowned stores. Choose your perfect base from our selection of New York hotels.