Rent cars from locals in Portland

Choose rental car in Oregon and discover eclectic Portland

How your rental car can help you see it all around Portland

Portland is Oregon’s largest city. When you’re there, you’ll often see bumper stickers, t-shirts, and other memorabilia boasting the phrase “Keep Portland Weird.” Portland is known for being proudly different from other big American cities.
Did you know this is one of America’s most eco-friendly cities? It’s a national leader in green energy and recycles, composts, or generates energy from over 60% of the waste it produces. It’s also popular for its green spaces and parks, bike paths, and Mount Hood backdrop. That is why you can’t spend some holidays in Portland without booking a rental car at PDX airport as soon as you arrive in Oregon.

Hop in your rental car from PDX airport and go on a foodie adventure through Portland

Grab your Getaround rental car and hit all of Portland’s foodie spots. Portland is known for its fabulous food carts, farmers markets, local breweries, artisan coffee shops, and fancy restaurants too. There are great options for every budget, but hopping around and checking out one of the world’s greatest street food cities is an absolute must. Plan your itinerary, jump in your rental car, and check out everything the Portland food scene has to offer.

Use carsharing and enjoy nature within a short drive of Portland

One of the top stops for nature lovers in Portland is Washington Park. Located just west of the city, this beautifully-maintained park features breathtaking gardens, green forest trails, and varied sights, including the Oregon Zoo, Hoyt Arboretum, and Rose Garden. Make sure you check out their calendar of events before you go, because it’s got something for everyone. Parking is available for a low fee, so you can comfortably visit the park with your rental car.
If you feel like a drive out to West Hills, Forest Park is a hot spot to hit. The park is packed with a large network of hiking trails, including the 30-mile Wildwood Trail (a National Recreation Trail). Parking is free throughout the park, so head over with your rental car and spend a day in the great outdoors.

Take day trips from Portland with your rental car

There’s plenty to see within a short drive of Portland. One option is to take the one-hour drive out to Mount Hood Village with your rental car and explore the sights around Mount Hood for a day. There are plenty of hikes, trailheads, and natural phenomena to be explored. If you want to stay closer to the city, go on a Portland farm loop drive with your rental car. Take a leisurely car ride to enjoy local farm-fresh meals, petting zoos, wineries, tulip gardens, and more. When you rent a Getaround car, the options for exploring Portland’s surrounding farms are endless.
If you’re more of an urbanite, there are plenty of city day trips that will meet your fancy near Portland. Nearby Oregon City’s claim to fame is that they were the last stop on the historical Oregon Trail. St. Helens is famous for its antique shops and picturesque boathouses. Lake Oswego is great for shopping designer consignment or enjoying a lakeside local brew. There’s a lot to see in Portland, so hop in your Getaround rental car and hit the ground driving.