
When you rent a car in Calgary, downtown, with SIXT, you’ll choose from a wide range of premium vehicles, so you’re sure to get exactly what you need. Whether you want a family-friendly SUV or a sleek sedan, our conveniently located downtown Calgary branch has got you covered.
Your car rental in downtown Calgary can be yours for the weekend or the long term, so you’re sure to see everything you want to see. Calgary is a large cosmopolitan city with a unique charm thanks to its agricultural history and its summer rodeos that pay homage to this legacy.
## Beneficial add-ons to your rental car
- GPS: If it’s your first time in Calgary, add a GPS to your rental car to help you get where you’re going. It’ll save you a lot of time and stress in the long run.
- Child seats: Traveling with family? Keep the little ones safe with the appropriate child seats for their size.
- Additional drivers: Share the work and add an additional driver to your rental.
# More information for your car rental in Calgary downtown
With your rental car in Calgary downtown, you’re ready to explore every corner of this city. To take full advantage of it, there are a few things to keep in mind.
## Before you rent
- Download the app: SIXT has a handy mobile app that you can use to streamline the rental process. Book your car, make any changes to your reservation, and pay right from the app.
- Prepare your documents: In order to pick up your car rental in downtown Calgary, you’ll need to bring your valid driver’s license.
## During your rental
- Special events: Calgary hosts many festivals and events, especially during the summer season, so check the dates you’ll be there and stay aware of any traffic restrictions that may be in place.
- Seasonal changes: As Calgary is a northern city, winter can come as early as September and last through May. If you’re visiting during this time, pay attention to the weather.
## After your rental
- Fuel up: Before coming back to drop the car off, be sure to top up your tank. Or, to avoid the hassle, look into our prepaid fuel program.
# Explore Calgary downtown in your car hire
Calgary, Alberta, is known for its celebration of Western culture as well as its world-class dining and entertainment scenes. Calgary is also surrounded by gorgeous nature and is near several famous national parks. There are plenty of things to see and do in and around this city.
## Things to do in and around Calgary
- Calgary Stampede (5 km, 10 min): This annual event is held during the summer. It’s a rodeo, music and arts festival, and carnival; overall, it’s a large-scale celebration of Western culture. Locals and visitors alike flock to this legendary event every year.
- Banff National Park (100 km, 70 min): Banff National Park sits in the Rocky Mountains and was the first national park in the country. It's also one of the most beautiful. It’s home to tranquil lakes, mountain peaks, and plenty of wildlife. There are plenty of hiking and biking trails as well as other outdoor activities.
- Calgary Tower(1 km, 5 min): This attraction stands 191 meters above the city, offering unmatched panoramic views of Calgary and the surrounding region.
With your car rental in Calgary downtown, you’ll see everything this city has to offer and more.
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