Car Rental in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago

Car hire companies across both islands, from airport desks to local family firms. Driving is on the left, and visitors can drive on a valid foreign licence for up to 90 days from arrival.

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About San Juan

San Juan operates as a major urban centre in Trinidad's East-West Corridor, offering extensive commercial, dining, and service options that serve residents and travellers throughout the region. The town features busy shopping districts, restaurants, bars, supermarkets, banks, and retail establishments along its main roadways. San Juan provides diverse accommodation, automotive services, professional offices, medical facilities, and personal care establishments. The area's positioning as a transportation hub includes taxi stands, bus routes, and easy highway access to Port of Spain, Arima, and surrounding communities. San Juan's commercial corridors offer everything from fast food to authentic local cuisine, entertainment venues, and specialty shops. The town includes established markets, modern plazas, and traditional storefronts that serve varied shopping and dining preferences. San Juan benefits from mature urban infrastructure, reliable services, and high population density that supports robust commercial activity. The area continues to evolve with new retail investments, restaurant openings, and service expansions that strengthen its position as a key East-West Corridor centre. San Juan balances urban intensity with neighbourhood character, maintaining community institutions alongside commercial vitality that makes it essential to Trinidad's urban fabric. Read more about San Juan

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Guide to Car Rental

A rental car gives you the freedom to explore beaches, villages and lookouts at your own pace. Driving is on the left in Trinidad and Tobago, roads can be narrow and winding, and traffic around Port of Spain is heavy at peak times.

Visitors aged 17 or older can drive on a foreign licence issued by a country that signed the Geneva Convention, for up to 90 days from arrival, or on an International Driving Permit. Carry your licence, the certificate of insurance and a travel document showing your arrival date.

Questions visitors ask

What do I need to rent a car?

A valid driving licence, ID or passport, and a payment card for the deposit. Each company sets its own minimum age and deposit, so check before you book.

Is insurance included?

Policies vary. Ask what the insurance covers, what the excess is, and whether extra cover is available.

Can I take a rental car to Tobago?

Check with the rental company first, as some do not allow their cars on the ferry. Renting a separate car in Tobago is often simpler.