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Hertz car hire in Cardiff

Hire a car in Cardiff and tour the Welsh capital in a car that suits you. Whether it’s making a stop at the iconic Cardiff Castle or touring the oldest record store in the world,the city is an endless maze of adventure. Cardiff is renowned for it’s rich Roman history, beautiful bay and proud sport teams.

Whether you’re visiting for business or leisure, journey with a dependable car hire in Cardiff, with convenient pick up locations dotted throughout the city with a broad range of car types to make your visit comfortable. From saloons, SUVs, and electric car hires, driving in Cardiff has never been easier. Adventure out to nearby Newport or Swansea to discover more of scenic South Wales.

Pickup Locations Cardiff

Cardiff - Bessemer Road

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Address: Bessemer Road, , South Glamorgan, , Wales

Phone: +44 (0) 2920 224548

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Driving in and around Cardiff

Parking in Cardiff

Greyfriars (CF10 3AD): Located opposite Dumfries Place Road and next to popular spots such as New Theatre and Laguna Kitchen & Bar. It provides 254 parking spaces and free electric car charging.
NCP Car Park Dumfries Place (CF10 3FN): Located opposite Dumfries Place Road. To access the multi-storey parking, head onto St Andrew’s Place and turn onto St Andrew’s Lincoln Road. This car par provides 955 parking spaces and free electric car charging.
Cardiff Bay (CF10 4PH): Located opposite Bute Place next to Premier Inn. Within easy reach of Butetown attractions such as the Wales Millennium Centre and Weston Studio. Provides 1239 parking spaces and free electric charging.

Electric car hire in Cardiff

Electric car hire in Cardiff is a dependable and increasingly popular transportation option. With EV purchases steadily rising in the city, we are likely to see the number of public charging stations increase even more in coming years, making your electric driving experience even better.

Charging point locations in Cardiff

Cardiff has more than 20 EV charging stations, with the number expected to rise in the coming years.

Key roads in Cardiff

M4 Motorway: At an astounding 189 miles, the M4 is the main route serving Cardiff to major cities across the country. In the east, it connects Cardiff to Newport and runs all the way to London. In the West, it connects Cardiff to Swansea.
A4055: This major route runs across 8 miles and connects Cardiff to Barry before terminating at the Barry Island Pleasure Park.
A470: The road starts in Cardiff and head north for 186 miles, passing through Welsh attractions such as Snowdonia National Park before terminating at Llandudno as a single carriageway.

Congestion charges in Cardiff

There are no congestion charges in Cardiff. However, the Cardiff Council has proposed numerous measures to reduce traffic pollution. Majority of these are focused towards implementing electric buses and upgrading old ones to electric. Hire an electric car in Cardiff and keep your visit eco-friendly.

How to get from Hertz, Cardiff Bessemer Road to Cardiff City Centre

It takes just under 10 minutes to drive the 1.4 miles from Hertz Bessemer Road onto Cardiff City Centre

Leave the Hertz car park and head Northeast onto Bessemer Road toward Ninian Park
Take a right onto Sloper Road, a left onto Virgil Street, and then continue onto Cornwall Street.
Turn left onto Clare Road /A4119 and right onto Tudor Street.
Continue 0.3 miles onto Wood Street, crossing the River Taff to arrive at Cardiff City Centre.

How to get from Hertz, Cardiff Bessemer Road to Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle is 1.7 miles Northeast of Cardiff Bessemer Road and just under a 15-minute drive from the Hertz car hire centre.

Leave the Hertz car park and head northeast onto Bessemer Road towards Ninian Park Station.
Turn right onto Sloper Road, a left onto Virgil Street, and then continue onto Cornwall Street.
Turn left onto Clare Road/A4119 and take the second exit at the roundabout before turning right onto Cowbridge Road East/A4161.
Follow the A4161 for 0.4 miles to arrive at Cardiff Castle (on your left).

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A quick guide to Cardiff

Best hotels in Cardiff

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Mill Lane Cardiff, United Kingdom CF10 1EZ

Conveniently located in the heart of Cardiff, the Marriott is ideal for both business and leisure. Just a short distance from Cardiff Central and the M4 motorway to take your Hertz car hire on a tour of the city or to Cardiff International Airport. With a fitness centre, event space and a restaurant onsite, the Marriott is ideal for city breaks, long weekends breaks and business trips.

No 73 by CoffiCo

The Coach House, 73 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff, CF11 9HE

In 2021, the Cathedral 73 bed and breakfast was reimagined into a modern hotel known as No 73 by CoffiCo. The rooms here boast an elevated Victorian motif with silver and grey accents, while the windows provide views of the Welsh capital. Positioned between a burgeoning of coffee shops, gastropubs, and delis, there’s always something to do once you leave the serenity of your hotel room.

Voco St David’s Cardiff

Havannah Street, Cardiff, CF10 5SD

Located in the Cardiff Bay neighbourhood, this sail-shaped, 5-star hotel is a recognisable landmark for a luxurious stay in Cardiff. The hotel boasts modern leisure facilities such as sauna treatment rooms, a spa, and a fitness centre. The hotel is only a 5-minute drive from Mermaid Quay – home to several restaurants, cafes, and beautiful waterfront views.

Best restaurants in Cardiff

Jashaan Restaurant

129A Crwys Rd, Cardiff, CF24 4NG

Jashaan restaurant promises delicious Indian food and a memorable culinary experience for all visitors. At the helm of this restaurant is Chef Adbul Hye, who showcases his 35 years of experience in the Indian catering industry by offering new and unique flavours unlike anything else in Wales.

The Potted Pig

27 High Street, Cardiff, CF10 1PU

One of the most quintessentially British restaurants in the city, The Potted Pig uses Welsh seasonal produce to provide an exceptional dining experience. The menu is diverse and often changes based on what the restaurant is currently exploring. Located in a former bank vault beneath the city, you’ll get to dine on some of the finest British food with New-York or Mediterranean grill-inspired influences.

Casanova

13 Quay St., Cardiff CF10 1EA

Discover Cardiff’s surprisingly authentic Italian cuisine at Casanova. Thanks to waves immigration from Italy to Wales in the early 19^th Century, Cardiff has an affinity with Italian cooking. Casanova is regarded as one of the best and most authentic Italian restaurants in Wales. With an everchanging menu, imported ingredients straight from Italy and a modern sense of technique and style, this is a shining example of Welsh Italian culture.

Best things to do in Cardiff

Jurassic Wales at Fonmon Castle

Fonmon, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales, Barry CF62 3ZN

Go back in time and experience an exciting prehistoric walk full of discovery and adventure. Let your imaginations run wild as you discover life-sized dinosaurs in Dino Woods and brave the dangers of the Raptor Pit. With plenty to do and see, jump in the car, and take the kids on an adventure of Jurassic proportions.

Techniquest

Stuart Street, Cardiff, CF10 5BW

Right in the heart of Cardiff Bay, Techniquest is a scientific mindbender of virtual surgeries, rocket launches, and impressive interactive displays. There’s so much to discover across two floors of pure science – featuring chemistry, space, world issues, biomedical science, and the environment. This educational science centre is the ultimate daytrip in the centre of the city.

Cardiff Castle

Castle Street, Cardiff CF10 3RB

The iconic Cardiff castle is home to some of Wales’s leading heritage attractions and rich history. The Castle first started out as a Roman fort, and through the years, amassed over two millennia of history. Today, the castle is a historic site with beautiful parklands right in the heart of Cardiff.

It’s perfect for an ultimate Victorian medieval adventure; with its stained glass windows, wood carvings, and magnificent marble floors. Or pack your Hertz car hire with a picnic and walk over to Bute Park, just behind the castle for lunch amongst the trees on this historic and beautiful green.

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