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See everything that New England has to offer with a car rental in Massachusetts with SIXT. In the state you will find picturesque views of the Berkshire Mountains, sandy coastal beaches, welcoming towns, and remote cabins by a lake. The state offers a classic experience of the Northeastern US. The fleet of luxury and economy rental cars offered by SIXT at Boston Airport is sure to have a vehicle to suit your needs for an enjoyable drive through the state. Rent a car in Massachusetts with SIXT and select a pickup location to get your visit started!
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In order to further accommodate your needs, Sixt offers add-ons for your rental car like GPS, unlimited miles, child seats, and additional drivers. Vehicles with lane departure warning are also available for further safety. Book online to see our full range of car rental deals in Massachusetts, extras and add-ons. As a reminder, Sixt guarantees your reservation for the car category booked and not the specific car model. In case you need an idea of what kind of vehicle is right for your trip, here are some tips:
- Driving in Boston can be harrowing. Narrow streets and tight parking spots can easily be navigated with our compact cars.
- Spending time in the big city, but also heading to the mountains? Our sedans are optimal for visits that include a bit of time in both urban and rural areas.
- Explore metropolitan Boston or seaside Cape Cod in style with a sleek sports car or chic convertible.
- Travel with children in comfort with a spacious SUV, which are great for holding everything you need for a family car rental road trip in Massachusetts.
- Prepare for unpredictable weather conditions in the wintertime with one of our minivans or passenger vans.
Sixt Tips
One of the original Thirteen Colonies, Massachusetts is the landing place of the Mayflower site of the first colony in New England, Plymouth. The state is full of historical landmarks. Impressive history aside, the beautiful and diverse landscape of the state is sure to impress. You can find the forests of the Berkshires, the smooth sand of Coast Guard Beach, the rocky coastlines of Northshore and bustling towns. Take a road trip in Massachusetts to see a quintessential New England state.
Cape Cod
Cape Cod, known as the Hamptons of Massachusetts and the most Eastern point of the state, is made up of diverse towns, villages and beaches. With milder weather than the rest of the state, Cape Code is a vacation hotspot in Massachusetts. It is also the site of where English settlers first landed and established their colony. Considering its proximity to the coast it is worth grabbing a bowl or two of the regional specialty, clam chowder. The Old Kings Highway, also known as Route 6A, in Cape Cod takes you through sleepy bayside towns with scenic views of historic homes and landmarks.
The Berkshires
The Berkshires is a region in the mountainous western part of the state and a popular vacation destination known for fall foliage and outdoor activities like skiing. A drive on Old Route 7 provides a great overview of the area, wandering through quaint towns and passing by historical landmarks. From antiquing to kayaking to snowboarding, there is something for everyone in this beautiful region.
Important Cities
Boston
It is difficult not to think of Boston when visiting Massachusetts. The state capital and largest city in New England, Boston is a bustling city filled with shops, restaurants, and museums. Follow the Freedom Trail to visit important historical sites and pass through the North End neighborhood or explore Beacon Hill to see some classic 18th century American architecture. Be sure to pick up a Boston Cream Pie as a sweet, but tasty treat.
Amherst
Amherst is a college town home to the University of Massachusetts, Amherst College, Smith College and more. Its abundance of students makes the atmosphere youthful and energetic. During the fall the surrounding mountains are full of trees turning color, and outdoor activities such as apple picking or famers markets are in abundance.
Springfield
Just 20 miles south of Amherst is Springfield. Host to many Victorian buildings, the McKnight District is worth driving through just to see these old, but beautiful homes. The Basketball Hall of fame is also located in Springfield.
Climate, Cuisine and Travel with Children
Climate
There is always a reason to visit Massachusetts, regardless of what season it is. Warm summers allow for ample swim time in the ocean. Snowy winters coat the state in white, making it very much a winter wonderland. Massachusetts, and New England in general, is known for its colorful fall, where once green trees turn into a mix of reds, oranges, and yellows. Massachusetts is gorgeous year-round, but roads can be treacherous in the extremely cold winter months so exercise extra caution.
Cuisine
With its location on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, much of the cuisine of Massachusetts is seafood-forward. In coastal towns like Provincetown you can eat clam chowder and fried clams. Lobster rolls are also sold all over New England, and Massachusetts is no exception. If you have a sweet tooth you can indulge in a Boston crème pie, yellow cake with cream or custard in the middle and chocolate glaze, or head to Dunkin’ Donuts, which was founded here.
Traveling with Children
Take a family road trip with a Sixt car rental in Massachusetts. Our selection of larger rental vehicles makse it easier and more comfortable to take the family out for a drive and pack much-needed items when traveling with kids. There are many child-friendly outdoor activities such as hikes in the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary or Bash Bish Fall State Park. For more extreme activities, head to amusement parks like Six Flags New England or Zoar Outdoor Adventure Resort. Need something more low-key? Visit the Old Sturbridge Village, a living museum that gives you a glimpse of what life was like in historic rural New England.
Winter in Massachusetts
An enjoyable way for the entire family to spend an afternoon in the wintertime is to go snow tubing at Nashoba Valley. This is the largest snow tubing area in the state, and it's only about an hour's drive from Boston. An entertaining way to get some exercise on a winter afternoon is to go on a snowshoe tour of deCordova Sculpture Park in Lincoln.
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Good to know when renting in Massachusetts
Yes. SIXT places a temporary hold on your credit card at pickup for the amount of the deposit. For payments with debit cards, please refer to our rental information for more details about deposits. The amount depends on the location and vehicle. Please check for more details on payment information in this article.
In the U.S., generally a minimum of $200 will be charged to the payment method for security purposes. The deposit for high-value vehicles may be higher. Non-airport locations in Texas, Colorado, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Illinois have higher minimum authorization amounts. Additional details on the deposit can be found in this article.
Reservations are by vehicle category (“or similar”), not by an exact model. When a "guaranteed model" option is shown for your dates and location, selecting it reserves that specific model. Otherwise, you’ll receive a comparable car in the same group with similar size and performance subject to availability.
The exact mileage policy for your booking is shown during the reservation process, so you’ll know what’s included before pickup.
Vehicles rented at most SIXT locations in the contiguous United States may be driven throughout the contiguous states. Travel into Canada must be in accordance with our geographical restrictions, which can be found in our rental information. Travel to Mexico is not allowed. If you drive outside authorized areas, a fee of $0.50 per mile will apply.
All renters and authorized drivers must present a valid, unexpired, original driver’s license at the time of rental. Renters with a non-U.S. driver's license may also need to provide a valid passport or other government-issued ID. Licenses in non-Roman alphabets (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic) must be accompanied by an international driver’s license. If the license is from a country not in the international driver’s license treaty, an official translation is required. See our rental information for full driver’s license and age requirements.
