Car Hire London

Parking in London

• Q-Park Leicester Square (WC2H 7DT) is open 24/7, provides 247 spaces, and offers electric car charging. The car park can be found behind Leicester Square, and is close to the West End, Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square.
• Q-Park Westminster (SW1P 3RX) is open 24/7, provides 183 spaces, and offers electric car charging. Found just across the road from the Palace of Westminster, this car park in the political hub is a short walk from Downing Street, Whitehall and Big Ben.
• NCP Bloomsbury Square (WC1A 2RJ) is open 24/7, provides 450 spaces, and offers electric car charging. The Bloomsbury Square car park is a short distance from Covent Garden, and the British Museum, perfect for a cultural day out.

Charging point locations in London

Key roads in London 

• The M25 also known as the London Orbital Motorway, circles Greater London. A busy and popular road, the 117-mile long M25 can be used to navigate the outskirts of the city.
• London Inner Ring Road is a 12-mile circular route that determines the boundary of central London and the London congestion charge zone.
• Tower Bridge Road runs north to south and is notable for being connected to Tower Bridge, one of the most famous bridges in London.  

Congestion charges in London

If you drive within London’s Congestion Charge zone between 7am and 6pm Mon-Fri and between 12pm and 6pm on a weekend or bank holiday, you will be charged £15 a day.

Likewise, if your vehicle doesn’t meet the standards for the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), you’ll have to pay the ULEZ charge too. The ULEZ charge is £12.50 a day and applies all year except Christmas Day.

How to get from Hertz, Marble Arch to Buckingham Palace

It takes 10 minutes to drive the 1.7 miles from Hertz, Edgware Road to Buckingham Palace.

1.      Leave the Hertz office at Marble Arch and head north-west on Edgware Road.
2.      Turn left on to Connaught Square and continue to Stanhope Place.
3.      Turn left onto Bayswater Road.
4.      Follow the road onto Marble Arch, along Park Lane and Duke of Wellington Place.
5.      Turn left onto Constitution Hill and Buckingham Palace will be on your right.

How to get from Hertz, St Pancras to Hyde Park

Hertz, St Pancras is just a 25-minute drive from Hyde Park.

1. Start by taking the A501 to Baker Street in Marylebone.
2. From there follow Baker Street, passing Portman Square on your right.
3. Turn right onto the A5204
4. At the crossing, turn left onto Great Cumberland PI.
5. Take a left onto Marble Arch.
6. Take a right onto Cumberland Gate to arrive at Hyde Park.

Best hotels in London

London Marriott Hotel Regents Park

128 King Henry's Road, London, NW3 3ST

Electric vehicle charging available

Situated in northwest central London, the Marriott Hotel in Regents Park is a luxury four-star hotel that has everything you need to experience the capital in style. Recently refurbished rooms and suites, an on-site fitness centre, and an indoor pool and spa all combine to let guests stay in paradise by the park.

DoubleTree by Hilton – Tower of London

7 Pepys Street, London, EC3N 4AF

Electric vehicle charging available

This modern hotel boasts relaxed rooms and suites, a gym, and a hip rooftop bar with city views. The location is ideal for those wanting to explore the city’s tourist sights and attractions. It’s just a five-minute walk from the Tower of London and a short ride in your rental car from central London.

Dorsett City London

9 Aldgate High Street, London, EC3N 1AH

Dorsett City London is the perfect choice for both business and leisure travellers seeking top-class accommodation and facilities. Located in the heart of London’s financial district, and a stone's throw from Whitechapel, this 13-storey hotel features a 24-hour restaurant, gym, and a rooftop bar.

Best restaurants in London

Grato

9 Kensington Square, London, W8 5EP

Tucked away in Kennington Square, this chic Italian restaurant serves up traditional cuisine, created from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Each dish is imbued with culture and the restaurant’s ever-evolving menu aims to celebrate Italy’s culinary wonders.

Hawksmoor Seven Dials

11 Langley St, London, WC2H 9JG

Hawksmoor Seven Dials is a not-to-be-missed spot for foodies. The high-end restaurant specialities include generously cut 35-day-aged British steaks served with a selection of indulgent sides. Will you go for the beef-dripping fries, baked sweet potato, or the mouth-watering macaroni cheese?

The Oystermen Seafood Bar & Kitchen

32 Henrietta Street, London, WC2E 8NA

This popular award-winning seafood restaurant located in the heart of Covent Garden sources the freshest oysters and seafood from across the British Isles. Stop by and sample spicy squid, lightly salted sea bass and hearty bowls of fish stew.

Best things to do in London

The National History Museum

Cromwell Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 5BD

The Natural History Museum provides a fascinating glimpse at how different species have progressed throughout history. Discover the natural world through a range of immersive and interactive exhibits. Study collections of dinosaur fossils and meet our ancient relatives as you uncover the origins of human evolution.

Camden Market

Camden Lock Place, London, NW1 8AF

Head to Camden Market for a shopping experience like no other. Found just north of the city centre, it features an eclectic mix of indoor and outdoor stalls. You’ll find everything from vintage clothing and vinyl records to unique gifts and handcrafted jewellery, offering something in Camden for everyone.

London Eye

Riverside Building, County Hall, London, SE1 7PB

The London Eye, also known as the Millennium Wheel, sits on the South Bank of the River Thames. It is Europe’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel and attracts more than 30 million visitors every year. Embark on a journey to the top and enjoy incredible 360-degree views of the city. Perfect for plotting that UK road trip in your hire car!