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4.6
Our customers love us
4.6 stars from 47,584 reviews in California.
Easy pickup and returns
Our 24 locations in SIXT California make renting a car hassle-free.
More flexibility
Change or cancel bookings at no extra cost at most of our locations worldwide.

Our top branches in California

4.5
Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
24h Return
9000 Bellanca Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90045-4708
United States of America
4.6
San Francisco Airport (SFO)
24h Return
Car Rental Center 780 N McDonnell Rd
San Francisco, CA 94128-3103
United States of America
4.6
San Diego Airport (SAN)
24h Return
RENTAL CAR CENTER 3355 Admiral Boland Way
San Diego, CA 92101-1100
United States of America
4.6
San Jose Airport (SJC)
24h Return
Rental Car Center 1659 Airport Blvd
San Jose, CA 95110-1234
United States of America
4.7
Santa Ana John Wayne Airport (SNA)
24h Return
Orange County Airport 18601 Airport Way
Santa Ana, CA 92707-5200
United States of America
4.6
San Francisco Mission District
475 S Van Ness Ave
San Francisco, CA 94103-3629
United States of America
4.7
Downtown Los Angeles
990 W 8th St
Los Angeles, CA 90017-2830
United States of America
4.5
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf
1365 Columbus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94133-1318
United States of America
4.6
Beverly Hills
264 S La Cienega Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211-3302
United States of America
4.7
West Hollywood
8305 Sunset Boulevard, Unit B
West Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90069-1515
United States of America

Our services at California

California Car Rental with SIXT

When you book a California car rental with SIXT, you will be able to safely and comfortably explore the famous Golden State. No matter what your preferences and budget are, we have something in our fleet that will suit your needs. Whether you plan on exploring the bustling city of Los Angeles, the hills of San Francisco, or the beaches of San Diego, a SIXT California car rental will help you to do so in style. A convertible is a chic choice that will allow you to soak up some Southern California sunshine, while a compact car will make it easy to navigate busy city streets. Pick your car up from LAX, San Francisco Airport, San Diego Airport, San Jose Airport, or one of our many downtown branches.

SIXT Services in California

From economy models to luxury vehicles, SIXT has it all. Our fleet is filled with a variety of car categories to choose from, including sedans, SUVs, minivans, pickups, sports cars, convertibles and passenger vans. When you rent a car in California, you can also choose some bookable extras to further customize your experience, such as an additional driver or child seats. While a one-day rental is a convenient option for a beach day, a weekly rental is a good choice if you will be going on a longer road trip.

Best cities to visit in California

  • Los Angeles: Known for being the heart of the country’s film and television industry, Los Angeles is an iconic city that has many famous attractions, including the Hollywood Sign, the TCL Chinese Theatre, and the Paramount Pictures Studios.
  • San Francisco: With its eclectic architecture, rolling hills, and popular sights like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, you will never run out of things to see and do in the charming city of San Francisco.
  • San Diego: If you want to spend some time relaxing on the beach, San Diego is the perfect place to do so. You can also head to the historic neighborhood of Old Town to sample some delicious authentic Mexican food.

Summer in California

As California is known for having sunshine and beautiful weather during the summer months, make sure to take advantage of this by spending some time outside. Yosemite National Park is a great place to go if you enjoy hiking, while the Santa Monica Pier is a fun outdoor area filled with games, rides, and yummy food.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.6
4.5850987
Based on 47584 reviews
from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

What our customers are saying

4.8
Vehicle handover
4.7
The way to SIXT
4.7
Vehicle return
Edwin H.
5.0
checking in and getting the car was a breeze, thank you Jessy for the wonderful service!
Ronald W.
5.0
Jesse, Jason, and Zack helped out our 3 parties all at once. Really great hospitality and management! 5/5 stars.
Rachel D.
5.0
The staff here are so great. They are helpful, friendly, accommodating and always go the extra mile to make our experience pleasant. Thanks!

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in California. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in California

Bookable extras

Make your visit to California more enjoyable by adding extras to your rental. GPS is a must when visiting cities like LA or San Francisco. Express Toll Unlimited allows you to breeze through toll booths, and SIXT Connect Wi-Fi service keeps you in the loop.

Car rental under 25 in California

You can rent a car from the age of 21 with SIXT. However, some specialty categories and larger vehicles have a minimum rental age of 25. An underage driver fee applies to those under 25.

What type of car should I rent in California?

Long road trips through this huge state call for a spacious SUV. Smaller groups can enjoy the sun in a sporty convertible.

It is possible to rent a car at one station in California and return it to another. Not all car categories can be rented one-way, and additional fees may apply.