Car hire
Dublin Airport

Here at SIXT, we aim to make your Dublin Airport car rental as hassle-free as possible. While many of our customers pick up and drop off at the airport, others want to start their journey in one spot and finish it another.

That’s why we have branches all over Dublin. Downtown, we’re at Dublin City Centre in Q Park on Marlborough Street, and in Dublin St Stephen’s Green. Plus, we have a branch at Dublin City South.

Hitting the road and want to leave your vehicle somewhere else in Ireland? That’s not a problem. You can arrange to drop it off in Cork in the south or Shannon in the west.

Wherever you are, just remember to look out for our bright orange signs.

When you’re travelling, customer service can make or break your day. That’s why our staff go the extra mile to make you feel welcome, comfortable and confident.

When you pick up your Dublin Airport car rental, you’ll be greeted with a smile. We’ll take our time answering your questions – whether you’re thinking about extras or wondering how to drop off your vehicle.

And, once you’re out on the road, we’re only a phone call away. If any concerns come up, all you have to do is get in touch.

Enjoy comfort and freedom as you explore Dublin and the surrounding area with your SIXT car hire. The airport is only a 20-minute drive from the centre of the fair city, while the nearby M1 and M50 will take you further afield.

Discover the capital’s vibrant history, taking in highlights like Dublin Castle and the Writers Museum. Tour the Guinness Storehouse to learn how the famous Irish stout is brewed before relaxing on St Stephens Green. Get out into nature with an expedition to the nearby Wicklow Mountains or catch your breath and admire stunning views with a drive along the rugged coastline.

Start your weekend right with an Irish breakfast: a plate crowded with bacon, sausage, black pudding, eggs, beans and mushrooms. There are several cafes along the River Liffey that’ll give you a hearty serving.

You’ll then have plenty of energy to visit Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest university. Be sure to see the Book of Kells, which attracts more than half a million tourists annually. It’s a Latin version of the four gospels.

Next up is a relaxed afternoon wandering around Phoenix Park, the biggest park in Europe. Among its 1,750 acres lie a 22-acre flower garden, Ashtown Castle and Dublin Zoo – among many other special sights. Come evening, hit Temple Bar for live music sessions in the city’s lively, welcoming pubs.

Start the following day with a walk around the Dublin Writers Museum, where you’ll learn about Ireland’s greatest poets, playwrights and novelists – from Oscar Wilde to William Yeats. After that, dive into another aspect of Irish history at the Kilmainham Gaol Museum, before winding up the weekend with a show at the Abbey Theatre.

Once you’ve explored the city, you might be ready to take your Dublin Airport car hire on the road. There are so many enchanting sights around Ireland – and here are five of the most spectacular.

The most popular spot is probably the Blarney Stone, which lies eight kilometres from Cork. Tourists flock here to kiss the monument because, according to legend, it gives you the power to speak with great eloquence.

Another incredible sight is the Cliffs of Moher. These magnificent rock formations were created 320 million years ago by an enormous river. For the most magical views, visit around sunset.

Classic countryside and the chance of hearing locals speak Gaelic is in store in County Donegal on the west coast. You’ll spend your time among stunning quartzite mountains and windswept castles overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Further south, but still on the west coast, is the Dingle Peninsula. For nature lovers, this place is a paradise. Take leisurely walks along empty beaches, stopping at fishing villages, which seem to have remained unchanged for decades.

From there, it’s a one-hour spin in your Dublin Airport car rental to Torc Waterfall in Killarney National Park. It’s one stop along the 180-kilometre Ring of Kerry.

Whether you’ve got your Dublin Airport car hire for a week or a month, you can take off one of Ireland’s many classic road trips.

For some of the country’s most dynamic seaside driving, head to the Copper Coast, a UNESCO Global Geopark on the south coast. The 40-kilometre route travels through friendly villages, tiny beaches and fascinating rock formations. Conquer it in a day – or take as long as you like.

Keen to stay inland? Take your Dublin Airport car rental on a spin from Dublin to Galway, Ireland’s live music capital – but go the long way. Head south to Cork, where you can visit the 230-year-old English Market and a brewery inside a former mediaeval monastery, then west to the Dingle Peninsula. From there, make tracks to the north, dropping by Limerick and the Cliffs of Moher, before reaching Galway.

To see some of Ireland’s more remote countryside, put County Sligo in the northwest on your itinerary. Stops along the way might include tranquil Lake Gill, Streedagh Beach and Drumcliffe Church, where WB Yeats, one of Ireland’s most beloved poets, is buried.

The most popular season to visit Ireland is summer, but there are reasons to go all year round.

In winter, enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime experience of seeing the Northern Lights. The best spots for viewing are on the west and north coasts, where there isn’t much light pollution, and the best time is between midnight and 2am.

Come spring, Ireland’s flowers are in bloom. To see them at their most beautiful in the wild, drive your Dublin Airport car rental to Burren National Park. You’ll also find incredible bluebell woods in many areas, including Wicklow, Mayo and Roscommon. For gardens, head to Garnish Island in County Cork, Lismore Castle in County Waterford and Kylemore Abbey in Connemara.

Summer is the ideal season for road tripping by the water – whether you dedicate your holiday to the Wild Atlantic Way on the west coast or head to Northern Ireland to see the Giants Causeway. It’s also a lovely time to wander around Dublin’s parks.

Finally, autumn is, of course, the time to experience Ireland’s colourful autumn leaves. The most breathtaking sights are in Killarney National Park and the Glens of Atrim in Northern Ireland. For golden heather, head to the 12 Bens Mountains and Connemara National Park.