Smarter Car Renting

Here are car rental tips from the road trip-seasoned editors of RoadsideAmerica.com:

•  Leave Nothing Behind: At a road trip's end, we find we've accumulated souvenirs, kitschy mementoes, and piles of brochures from tourist attractions. These treasures prove you really traveled -- that it wasn't just some wacky delusion. When dropping off your rental car, carefully check every door pocket, drink holder and storage bin for these keepsakes. The rental car company sure doesn't have any use for them.

•  Car Types: When selecting a car type, remember it's not just about how cool you'll appear. The car selection page details show an average of how many people and how many pieces of luggage can comfortably fit in each car type. Pay attention to the specifics to be certain they meet your needs before booking.

•  Special Requests: Special requests can be noted at the time you make your Venice rental car reservation. Nothing too crazy, though. If you are in need of an infant or toddler car seat, navigation system, ski rack or more, be sure to make note of it when booking online. Keep in mind that requests are not guaranteed and additional fees may apply.

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Venice CA Area Attractions

• Ocean Front Walk
• Venice Beach Freakshow
• Venice Skill Center
• Fisherman's Village (1.32 miles)
• Daniel Freeman Marina Hospital (1.38 miles)
• Museum of Flying (1.53 miles)
• Santa Monica Pier (2.22 miles)
• UCLA Discovery Center (2.70 miles)
• Pacific Park (2.70 miles)
• Loyola Marymount University (2.76 miles)
• Children's Nature Institute (2.78 miles)
• Bergamot Station (2.78 miles)
• Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center (2.94 miles)
• Saint John's Health Center (3.01 miles)
• Gehry House (3.61 miles)
• MGM Studios-Sony Pictures (3.88 miles)
• Brotman Medical Center (4.25 miles)
• Star Eco Station (4.27 miles)

Venice rental guide