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Car hire in Dorset

Car hire in Dorset

With wild and rugged coastline, stunning beaches and rolling green countryside, Dorset is full of contrasts that are fun to explore. You'll find a number or large towns and quaint little villages, allowing you to get a taste for the history while still enjoying modern touches. From family-friendly attractions to castles and beautiful gardens, there is a lot to do and see, especially if you invest in a hire car.

What I need to know

Wherever you're staying in Dorset, you'll be able to find the perfect hire car to suit your needs and budget. There are a lot of providers throughout the English county, giving you plenty of options. You can make it easier to hunt down the best car hire deal in Dorset by searching through our site, which also means you'll benefit from free cancellation.

Where to pick up your car

You'll find car hire providers throughout Dorset, including Bournemouth Airport (BOH) and Southampton Airport (SOU). Where you need to pick up your car will depend on your location and the car hire provider you choose. Use our site to find the best pick-up point for you to make car hire even more convenient.

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  • “The pick-up was easy, it took 5 minutes from arriving at the desk to driving out the car, and the return took even less time.”
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Where to go

Dorset is full of fantastic places to visit, which are easier to get to with your hire car. Travel to the Jurassic Coast, which offers over 95 miles of stunning coastline and the chance to find fossils. Enjoy some historical reenactments at Lulworth Castle or make the most of great food and an exciting nightlife in Bournemouth.

Nearby Dorset

Driving in Dorset can be a great experience, especially if you take any of the picturesque coastal roads. You'll find a mix of motorways, built-up areas and country lanes, so speed limits will change depending on where you are, meaning you should keep an eye on the signage. Dorset is served by a number of motorways, including the A35, A37 and A30, so you'll have easy access to a lot of locations.

Longer drives

If you want to enjoy a traditional seaside holiday, make your way to Weymouth. Here you'll find sandy beaches, a beautiful harbour, cosy pubs and the Sea Life Adventure Park for a fun day out.

To head further inland, visit Dorchester. The small town has a lot of charm and is home to the Dinosaur Museum, Maumbury Rings and the Teddy Bear Museum.

Eating and drinking

You'll find that Dorset is home to some fantastic produce that is used throughout the county to create stunning meals. Combined with an abundance of seafood from its coast, meals in Dorset are fresh, delicious and varied. As well as traditional pubs and fine dining opportunities, you'll also find great farmers' markets that allow you to stock up on great ingredients.

Things to do

With Dorset's beaches being so famous, you have to make your way to at least one of them, either for a swim or a stroll. There are a lot to choose from, with several being ideal for those who enjoy surfing.

You'll also find a lot of great historical locations, many of which have interesting takes on their exhibitions to engage the whole family.

Sightseeing

As well as an abundance of stunning buildings and ancient castles, Dorset also has a range of beautiful natural sites to visit. It is home to the Durdle Door, located along the Jurassic Coast close to Lulworth. It offers the perfect chance for photos, looking stunning in sunshine and atmospheric when the skies are grey.

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