Mykonos car hire

If you rent a car in Mykonos then you will get the flexibility to explore the island at your own pace, which is something you can’t get if you use public transport, such as a bus, or choose a taxi. For example, if you want to visit Armenistis Lighthouse, a 19th century building that offers great ocean views, then you can get there directly by car. This is much quicker and far more convenient than if you were to travel by bus, which will only drop you off about 3.5km (2.2 miles) or a 45-min walk away from it.

Driving in Mykonos is a bit different from driving in the United Kingdom, so it might take you a bit of time to become accustomed to it. One of the most notable differences is that you will be driving on the right side of the road, with the wheel of the car being on the left side of the vehicle. The speed limits in the country are familiar to the ones in the UK though. Inside built up areas the speed limit is 50km/h (31mph), on rural roads that are not motorways you can drive at 90km/h (56mph), whereas on motorways the limit is 130kph (81mph).

When you hire a car in Mykonos you have to be a certain age in order to do so. Depending on which car agency you are planning to use, they will likely have varying age restrictions in place. It is advised to check which one suits your circumstances the best beforehand. For example, some agencies will only hire cars out to those that are 21 years old and who have held their license for at least one year. There are often surcharges too for those who are under a certain age. When you are hiring a car you will need a full and valid driving license, along with another form of ID, such as a passport, to prove your identity.

Economy (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Mykonos.

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