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Sofia

4.5
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4.5 stars from 1,112 reviews in Sofia.
Easy pickup and returns
Our 4 locations in SIXT Sofia make renting a car hassle-free.
More flexibility
Change or cancel bookings at no extra cost at most of our locations worldwide.

Our top branches in Sofia

4.5
Sofia Airport T2
24h Return
T2 - Sofia Airport
Sofia
1000
Bulgaria
4.5
Sofia Downtown
24h Return
127 Georgi S Rakovski
Sofia
1000
Bulgaria
4.9
Sofia Downtown South
24h Return
53A Nikola Y. Vaptsarov Blvd
Sofia
1407
Bulgaria
4.5
Sofia Airport T1
24h Return
T1 - Sofia Airport
Sofia
1000
Bulgaria

Our services at Sofia

Sofia car hire with SIXT

Exploring Sofia by car is the best option to discover all the Bulgarian capital has to offer. When opting for your Sofia car hire with SIXT, choose from our convenient offices right off the Arrivals of Terminal 1 and 2 of the Sofia International Airport (SOF), and several others located at the heart of the city centre. Hire a car in Sofia and benefit from our fleet of premium cars and 24/7 Customer Service, so whether you’re looking for compact vehicles or luxury MPVs, you’ll find something that fits your budget, with no hidden costs at the end. Comfortable van hires are also available to suit the needs of larger groups, with free cancellation when you select to pay at the location.

SIXT services in Sofia

One-day rentals and weekend rentals are popular with tourists visiting Sofia and its surrounding areas. Take your Sofia car hire to the next level and choose from a range of bookable extras, such as Wi-Fi, sat nav and unlimited mileage. If your plan is to visit the historic centre, a compact car is the best choice as it can fit into tighter spaces and find better parking spots. However, for those wishing to travel around the country, SUVs are the preferred choice as they provide more comfort over longer distances.

What to do while in Sofia

There is plenty to do in Sofia for all travellers: history-lovers shouldn’t miss the St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral and St. George Rotunda in the city centre, and should pay a visit to the city of Plovdiv, best reached by car (1h 30min journey). To enjoy green spaces inside the city, there’s no better place than the iconic Borisova Gradina park. For nature and hiking lovers, the best option is to take your Sofia car hire outside the capital to the Rila Mountains, about a 2h drive from Sofia.

Winter 2024 in Sofia

Winter in Sofia can be a magical time too, with the popular Christmas market and ice-skating rink in Borisova Gradina attracting thousands of tourists every year. Less than an hour away in your hire , the Vitosha mountains are also buzzing this time of the year, being a hot spot for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts. Not to mention the many museums, restaurants and bars which will keep you entertained and warm in Sofia’s below-freezing temperatures.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.5
4.5019965
Based on 1112 reviews
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4.7
Vehicle handover
4.6
Service during and after the rental
4.6
Vehicle return

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in Sofia. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in Sofia

Available Extras

Whether it's that extra protection package, a sat nav for getting around, or a child seat simply select during booking.

Flexible Hiring Options

If you choose to ‘pay later’ than cancellation is free any time up to the day of booking, as we understand plans can change.

Under 25 Car Hire

In Bulgaria the minimum age of car hire is 20 years old for most vehicles, you must simply hold a valid licence for at least one year.

To rent a car with SIXT in Sofia you need to be at least 20 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.