Québec City car rentals from $22/day

If you intend to drive mainly within the city limits, a compact car may be a better choice due to the many narrow roads within the old parts of the city. If visiting in the winter with plans to venture out of the city, a 4-wheel-drive car such as an SUV is recommended.

Unlike in the US, speed limits are posted in kilometers per hour in Canada, so keep the conversions in mind. Within the city limits of Quebec City, 50 km/h (31 mph) is generally permitted, though it is only 30 km/h (18 mph) in some areas. Secondary roads allow up to 90 km/h (55 mph) and on freeways 100 km/h (62 mph) is permitted.

On-street parking is metered in most areas in Quebec City, but there is also a plethora of parking lots available in and around downtown, such as the D’église Saint-Dominique in Montcalm or the Place Haute-Ville in Saint-Jean Baptiste, which cost about $11 CAD ($8 USD) for two hours and approximately $18 CAD ($13 USD) for one day.

On average a rental car in Québec City costs $64 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Québec City found in the last 2 weeks is $48.

Car rental companies onsite at Quebec airport include Budget, Alamo, Thrifty and National.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Quebec airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Alamo, and National.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

A Full Size car rental in Québec City costs $113 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Québec City costs $89 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Québec City costs $150 per day, on average.

In Québec City, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 44 Cote Du Palais (1 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Québec City offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Québec City, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 14 car rental agencies in Québec City.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Québec City so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

You need to be 18 years for you to rent a cheap car in Quebec City and should have a valid driver's license with a photo. The license must have the correct name of the driver and also provide your passport. Most agencies usually have no maximum age demand.

Take a road trip to Baie-Saint-Paul which is about 59 miles and will take about an hour. Here you can see the Canadian cultural scenes, mountains, and many art galleries. Also, you can take 25 mins to drive to Levis about 13 miles away. This is a vibrant city boasting major golf clubs and outdoor and indoor pools. Take 30 mins to drive to Beaupre which lies 24 miles away. The city provides a waterfall surrounded by 3 suspension bridges. You can take a forty-six mins drive down to Mont-Sainte-Anne which lies 48 miles away. The city boasts good mountains, parks and resorts, and gardens. It is also a great fat biking destination.