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Places to start your journey in Ireland

Our top branches in Ireland

4.6
Cork Airport
24h Return
Kinsale Road
Cork .
Ireland
4.7
Shannon Airport
24h Return
Arrival Hall Shannon Airport
Shannon V14 EE06
Ireland
4.4
Dublin Airport
24h Return
Terminal 1 and 2
Dublin .
Ireland

Discover Ireland

Car hire in Ireland with SIXT

Discover the wonders of the Emerald Isle with your car hire in Ireland. We’re at various locations in Dublin alone, including at

as well as in the city centre. Find us also at the airport in Cork, the gastronomic capital of Ireland; or at the airport in Shannon, home to incredible historic sites and natural views; and we’re also there to welcome you at the beautiful coastal city of Dun Laoghaire. Make the best of our fleet of new and luxurious vehicles at affordable prices. If you’re staying in the city, our economy cars are the best option to navigate its narrow lanes and find convenient parking spaces. But if you’re planning on cross-country drives, our 4x4 will help you conquer any terrain.

SIXT's services in Ireland

When you hire a car in Ireland, you can choose from a broad range of vehicles and budgets and add bookable extras like sat nav and child seats. Browse our economy compact cars to our bigger 4x4s, MPVs and vans, including premium cars from top brands like BWM and Mercedes-Benz. We have attractive options tailored for the length of your car hire in Ireland. One of our most popular is the weekend rental, perfect for impromptu getaways. If you want a longer stay, we also offer weekly rental and long-term rental, so your hire car can adjust to your schedule, not the other way around.

Best places to visit in Ireland

  • [Dublin](https://www.sixt.com.au/car-hire/ireland/dublin/): Discover the capital’s historic city centre, home to a bustling nightlife full of restaurants, pubs, and cultural entertainment. Soak in the city’s architecture and visit Dublin’s Castle, Malahide Castle and Trinity College and Christ Church Cathedral and take a tour and stop for a pint at Guinness Storehouse.
  • Galway: This important port city located on the west coast of Ireland is a picturesque wonder full of beautiful historic architecture. Visit the Spanish Arch and Eyre Square to get a feel of medieval Galway. Enjoy its internationally famous pubs and enjoy the vibrant nightlife in Ireland’s unofficial pub capital.
  • Limerick: If contact with nature is what you seek, enjoy Limerick’s great outdoor spaces and trails, such as the Ballyhoura Mountain Bike Trail and the Great Southern Trail. For a relaxed afternoon, take the University of Limerick Riverbank Walk and behold Limerick’s historic city centre and beautiful sights.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.4
4.4293704
Based on 5673 reviews
from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

Listen to what our customers say

4.7
The way to SIXT
4.7
Vehicle return
4.4
Vehicle handover
K M.
5.0
I just returned my fabulous vehicle and what a quick and easy process it was. DANIEL, originally from Malaga, España (we chatted briefly) helped me, and he was wondrrful - a delight! Then, I came into the office to use the restroom and the gorgeous Sinead gave me some good shopping tips for my travel into Dublin now. A pleasure!
Caroline T.
5.0
Joe is amazing
Christian B.
5.0
Very well arranged! Good job Sixt!

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

Good to know when renting in Ireland

Tolls

All tolls are automatically added to the vehicle on the M50 motorways only. If you pay a toll during your journey we will not be able to refund it.

One-Way Car Hire

Select a different drop-off location while booking to check availability, please note that a small charge may incur.

Driving Tips Ireland

Ireland has beautiful countrysides but that means small, narrow and winding roads so drive very carefully, and remember, always on the left!

UK driving licences are valid to use in Ireland along with licences from EU countries. Non-EU licences are accepted for up to a year in Ireland.

Commercial vehicles

Commercial vehicles

We boast a commercial fleet that includes trucks, utes, vans, 4WDs, buses, tippers and mine-spec vehicles.

Auto Club discounts

Auto Club discounts

Exclusive savings and seasonal offers for NRMA, RACV, RACQ, AANT, RAA, RAC and RACT members.

Extras

Extras

From a GPS unit to child booster seats, we've got you covered.

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Explore our car rental locations in Ireland

Discover Ireland with SIXT! Find your perfect rental car at one of our downtown or airport branches.