Car Rental in Katowice

Family car rental in Katowice

The segments of standard, intermediate and full-size cars in Poland traditionally include the following vehicles: VW Passat, Honda Accord, Audi A3, Toyota Avensis, Hyundai Sonata, Renault Megane and others.

The process of a car reservation on OrangeSmile.com consists of 3 simple steps: (1) search by the dates and pick-up location, (2) car type selection, and (3) booking form completion. After the booking, you will receive a rental voucher at your e-mail address.

Before selecting a specific model to book, check your planned routes. If you are going to drive mostly within the Katowice borders, choose a car of 'Standard' or 'Compact' types. In case you plan long cross-countries trips or mountain adventures, the more comfortable and powerful 'Fullsize' models would become a better choice.

If you need a car with an automatic gearbox, try to make a reservation at least a few days before the pick-up date, since confirmation of such models in Katowice might be delayed for a day or two.

Upon the return of your car, carefully check that the total payment amount (invoice) is computed according to the original rental conditions.

We wish you 'smooth', secure and safe roads in Katowice!

Rental process FAQ

Map of Katowice with rental locations
Rental locations in Katowice
Driving Advices for Poland – Traffic Regulations and Road Usage Peculiarities
Previous hints
In the morning and in the evening there are often large traffic jams in the city center. When it comes to remote areas, traffic jams occur infrequently there. They are possible only in case of a serious accident or road repairs.
Without a doubt, travelling in the city's historic district is the most difficult thing for drivers. The streets there are very narrow and winding. Despite this feature, local people are used to travelling on them at high speed. It is also worth mentioning that among fans of high speed there are not only young motorists, but also elderly drivers.
Krakow is one of big cities with a friendly atmosphere on the road. Here, drivers are friendly and polite to each other, and in Warsaw the situation on the road is more complicated.
Next hints
Traveling in Katowice with family car
Despite the fact that the local cuisine is considered rather simple and popular, there are really rare exotic treats "not for everybody”. When you visit restaurants dedicated to the national cuisine, it is worth asking a waiter all the questions you’re interested in. The local staff is used to a large number of tourists and will certainly advise on all aspects of the dishes they serve.

Do not forget to leave tips in local restaurants. As a rule, the amount of tips should be from 10% to 15% of the total order. Some upscale dining establishments may already include a service fee in the total score, and while in small restaurants and cafes visitors will need to round the sum indicated in the bill in a big way to any convenient amount.

Besides the national currency, some private shops and cafes may accept payments in the U.S. dollars. However, tourists should keep in mind that the exchange rate in such a situation will not be the best one. There are not many exchange offices in the city, and they may charge quite a large fee for their services, so it is recommended to exchange money at the border or in the airport.

There are many places in the city, where visitors can pay by credit cards. Non-cash payments are accepted in most shops, restaurants and gas stations. Cash will be important only for tourists who expect to make purchases in open air markets, or who want to visit small shops and restaurants located away from the city center.

Tourists should keep in mind that exchanging currency using the services of individuals is forbidden. It is considered a serious crime. Do not agree to use the services of unknown people in the streets of the city, no matter how attractive a deal sounds.
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Frequently asked questions on car rental process
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Changing your booking
Cancelling your booking
Confirmation voucher
Crossing borders
Fuel conditions
Age restrictions
Extra services
Insurance types
Driving license
What does the price include
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