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Car for hire

Renting a car in Damascus is easy and advisable. It is however, costly to do so. A number of car rental companies operate here, including:

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Renting a car in Damascus is easy and advisable. It is however, costly to do so. A number of car rental companies operate here, including:

Avis

Tel: +963-223-9664 Website: www.avis.com

Hertz

Address: Cham Palace, P O Box 33555, Damascus Tel: +963-223-2300 Website: www.hertz.com

Budget Address: Sharieh 29 Ayyar Street, Damascus Tel: +963-212-2200 Email: www.budget.com

Europcar Address: Sheraton Hotel and Towers, Saahat Umawiyeen,Damascus Tel: +963-222-9300 Website: www.europcar.com

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Taxi

Taxis are plentiful in Damascus. Some, however, are in terrible condition whilst others are shiny and new. The major advantage that this mode of transport has over others is its affordability. Most of the attractions are located within close proximity of each other so the cost of taxi rides generally ranges from S 25 to S 50. If travelling longer distances tourists should make sure the taxi is metered and that the rate is agreed to beforehand. These yellow cabs sport a green light when they are available and a red light when occupied.

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From the airport

From Damascus International Airport:

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Driving Tips

Tourists driving themselves in Damascus should keep a few things in mind. All drivers must carry international driving permits or licenses on them at all times. Drunk driving is severely punished. Damascus’s drivers are extremely reckless so tourists should be cautious. The speed limit must be observed and there has been a significant increase in the deployment of traffic policemen around the city. Traffic jams are frequent so it is not advisable, therefore, to drive oneself.

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