Hire a car in Alghero
Our Alghero car rental services can be easily located as soon as you arrive on Sardinia’s northwest coast. Find us at Alghero-Fertilia Airport or downtown in Alghero’s vibrant city centre. Wherever you decide to meet us, our teams are waiting to check you in swiftly and efficiently so you can get on and enjoy your trip on the sunny Italian island.
A bustling hub on the sparkling Riviera del Corallo and in happy proximity to the scenic seafront reserve of Porto Conte Natural Park, Alghero is well-situated to explore the many natural treasures on Sardinia’s western coast. The island’s balmy Mediterranean climate guarantees scorching hot summers peaking in the mid-30s and comfortable warm temperatures in spring and autumn.
Embarking on a one-way adventure? Make the most of our flexible return options - collect your vehicle in Alghero and drop it off elsewhere on the island. Public transport can be unreliable, so rent a car for the best way to explore Sardinia.
Why choose Avis for your Alghero car hire?
- Fully flexible
Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers.
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When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover.
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From our well-maintained fleet to protecting your data, we take safety seriously. That’s why we’ve partnered with Dettol® to ensure both hygienic rental locations and thoroughly cleaned vehicles.
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Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.
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Exploring Alghero
Closely flanked by ancient relics - including the crumbling Nuragic village of Palmavera and the mysterious Anghelu Ruju necropolis - Alghero has a rich historic character. Following the Ozieri people, who settled here around 4,000 BC, and the later Nuraghe and Phoenician civilisations, the Crown of Aragon transformed Alghero into a fortified stronghold. The imposing 16th-century bastions that still hem its busy port make for a refreshing stroll with sprawling sea views.
The medieval city is all golden-hued architecture, punctuated with striking nods to its historic Roman Catholic roots—you can’t miss the piercing spire of Cattedrale di Santa Maria and the Gothic Chiesa di San Francesco. Wander through Alghero’s ambient old town for a sense of its steep history. Its cobbled streets are lined with cosy restaurants and laid-back bars—be sure to sample succulent porcetto; spit-roasted pork served in a generous pile.
Beyond Alghero
Eschew the busy bays that skirt the city centre for the quieter shores further afield. Alghero rests on the dazzling Riviera del Corallo and is an ideally placed to discover the pretty beaches scattered around Isola Rossa and the cute fishing village of Stintino. Perfect for swimming and snorkelling, Sardinia’s west coast is lapped by gentle waters and is blessed with clusters of colour-popping red coral off its shores.
A 40-minute drive north of the city, hikers can escape the crowds on a ramble through the verdant Porto Conte Natural Park. This picturesque territory offers spectacular views of the glimmering Mediterranean Sea and is edged with tranquil, isolated inlets. Straddling the park’s southernmost tip is craggy Capo Caccia. This promontory is hollowed out by Neptune’s Grotto—an enchanting stalactite cave that’s accessed by descending a dramatic cliff-cut staircase.
For a unique change of scenery, the abandoned silver-mining town of Argentiera near Sardinia’s northwestern tip is a 45-minute drive from Alghero. Its protected UNESCO landscape hosts vast swathes of rolling vineyards.
To explore all that Italy’s second largest island has to offer, hire a car with Avis in Alghero and enjoy breezing along its coastal roads and exploring its archaeological relics.
Your journey starts here
The moment you arrive, we’ve got you covered. Whether you fancy a cute compact for an urban jaunt, an elegant saloon for a business trip or a spacious people carrier for a family holiday, your perfect vehicle awaits.
We’ll pack all the extras you need to get the most from your venture – from sat nav and super-fast mobile Wi-Fi, to our tailored range of child seats. And, you don’t have to drive full-circle: why not make the most of one way car hire?
Simply choose a date and time and we’ll prepare your quality hire car.
The best is yet to come …
From the car you drive, to the service you receive our goal at Avis is to make sure that every aspect of your hiring experience is as easy and enjoyable as can be.
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