Gatlinburg car rentals from $48/day

On average a rental car in Gatlinburg costs $74 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 Gatlinburg found in the last 2 weeks is $72.

The only car rental company onsite at McGhee Tyson airport is Hertz.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from McGhee Tyson airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Thrifty, Payless, Dollar, and Avis.

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A Standard car rental in Gatlinburg costs $87 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Gatlinburg costs $62 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Gatlinburg costs $145 per day, on average.

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

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Car rentals in Gatlinburg offer a wide range of vehicles to meet the interests of different clients. Depending on the number of passengers and luggage, you can rent a Sedan, Minivan, SUV, Intermediate, Pick-up truck, or an Open Air All Terrain vehicle. If you are traveling alone, an Economy or Compact rental will suit you just fine. If you are traveling with three to five people, choose an Intermediate Rental or a Minivan, so you can travel comfortably. Other than the noted factors, consider the roads that lead to the destinations you want to visit. If the destinations are served by dirt and gravel roads, pick between an SUV and an Open Air All Terrain vehicle.

When driving in the residential streets of Gatlinburg, you should maintain a speed of up to 25 mph. The same applies to other areas that have a high pedestrian frequency, such as commercial districts and school zones. Outside the city, you must go over 55 mph on undivided two-lane roads and 70 mph on major highways that connect to other towns. It is wise to look out for speed limit signs, especially on roads with nearby construction sites or during bad weather. Given that traffic officers enforce these limits with hefty fines, it is in your best interest to adhere to them at all times.

If you are worried about where you would park the vehicle you have rented from one of the top car rentals in Gatlinburg, there are parking garages, private and public parking lots throughout the city you can take advantage of. Parking garages include the McMahan and the Ripley’s Aquarium Parking Garages. Public parking lots are guarded to enhance the security of your rental car from theft and malicious destruction. Their rates vary as per the location and duration, and examples include the Reagan Drive Lot and the Park Plaza Lot. Private parking lots are typically located close to popular attractions and offer parking for a fee, normally about $10 a day. Look out for signs indicating private parking lots.