In Furauto we have a large fleet of rental cars in Pontevedra to find just the model you need in an easy and economical way. Pick up and deliver your car taking advantage of our network of offices in the province.
Get to know Pontevedra with your rental car
Welcome to Pontevedra, the capital of the Rias Baixas, a city where you will find a good dose of culture, entertainment and relaxation. All this together with an incredible gastronomy and a delicious Albariño.
If you are one of those people who like to treat your palate, it is worth visiting the city while the Ponte de Tapas contest is being held. You can also enjoy in a furancho or in any of the restaurants in the old town. Its products are characterized by being fresh and of the highest quality.
Pontevedra has more than 82,000 inhabitants who have the luxury of living in one of the most comfortable cities in the world. This unique recognition was awarded in 2014 by the UN. The capital of the province of Pontevedra and the Rías Baixas is bathed by the Lérez River. Hence it is also known as the City of Lérez or the "Boa Vila".
Pontevedra is known worldwide for its impressive historic center and, of course, it is an obligatory stop for pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago through Portugal or the Ría de Arousa.
Looking for a cheap car rental company in Pontevedra? Furauto is the solution to your temporary transportation problems. You only have to choose the type of vehicle that suits you best and select the dates you want. We take care of comparing prices and make it very easy for you to make your reservation through our website without complications and without surprises.
How to get to Pontevedra
- Plane: Pontevedra does not have its own airport. However, you can travel to three other nearby airports: Vigo (30 km), Santiago de Compostela (75 km) or A Coruña (134 km). All of them are connected to the capital of Pontevedra by highway.
- Train: The train station, located in Rúa de la Estación, makes daily trips to Madrid and Barcelona and allows you to reach many other Spanish and Portuguese cities.
- Road: On the same street is also located the bus station, which operates trips to Madrid, Barcelona, Vitoria, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Irun, Asturias, Cantabria and Pamplona. It also operates international trips to Belgium, Portugal, Holland, Germany, Poland, England, France and Morocco.
Below we show you the main access roads so you can plan your trips aboard your rental car in Pontevedra:
- A3: Portuguese highway linking the cities of Lisbon, Braga and Porto. To enter Pontevedra, you must connect with the AP-9.
- A-52. Rías Bajas Highway. Benavente (Zamora) - Porriño (Pontevedra): connect with the AP-9 or the N-550 to reach Pontevedra.
- N-550. La Coruña-Tui (Pontevedra): It circles the city of Pontevedra and is the best option to travel from other parts of Galicia and Portugal for free.
- N-541. Ourense-Pontevedra: Enters the city from the east and connects with the N-550 at Avenida de Buenos Aires with Rúa Padre Amoedo Carballo.
- VR4.1: Fast road that reaches the Ría de Arousa.
Where can I pick up and drop off my rental car in Pontevedra?
With Furauto you can pick up and drop off your rental car at the station of Pontevedra as well as in other central points of the city. Enter our search engine and find the place that best suits your trip.
Tolls to consider when traveling with your rental car in Pontevedra
You will probably come across the AP-9 on your way to Pontevedra. The Atlantic Highway connects La Coruña with Tui and is an alternative to the free road N-550. This highway passes through important towns such as Ferrol, La Coruña, Santiago de Compostela, Padrón and Vigo.
How much does gasoline cost in Pontevedra?
You already know that in Furauto we offer you a Full/Full service. That is, you only pay for the fuel you consume during your car trips. So you can keep control of your budget during your trip you should know that the average price of gasoline in Pontevedra in 2021 is 1.4 € per liter.
Parking your rental car in Pontevedra
Leaving your rental car in Pontevedra on the street should not be too difficult since there are no regulated parking lots. That is to say, there are no blue zones where you have to pay for parking. However, you should keep in mind that in the city center there are many pedestrian areas. There are places where you can only park for 15 minutes, with free parking on nights and holidays.
If you want to park for free, the best thing to do is to park a little further away and walk to the center. The city council has free park-and-ride lots, for example, in the area of the fairgrounds and Mollavao. See the map below for all available parking areas. If you don't mind paying, you can leave your car in one of the subway parking lots shown below.
Visiting Pontevedra with your rental car
Although it may seem a small city, it will be very useful to have a rental car in Pontevedra to discover at your leisure its great cultural and leisure offer. If you do not want to miss anything, follow our Top 10 must-see places to visit.
- La Alameda: Stroll through this beautiful area while you contemplate the City Hall, the Provincial Council, the Government Subdelegation, the Faculty of Fine Arts and the ruins of Santo Domingo.
- Basilica of Santa María la Mayor: Curious church with clover-shaped vaults. You should also look for a saint with glasses and a mistake. On the west façade Christ appears on the left of God.
- The Five Streets: Place that houses the figure of Adam and Eve. We can also find the house where Valle-Inclán lived.
- Praza da Ferrería: In the busiest square of the city you should visit the Capela da Peregrina, the Convent of San Francisco and the Xardín de Casto Samedro.
- Praza da Constitución: Large green area where we can find the Church of San José. Very close to here, it is worth walking through the Praza de Galicia.
- Museum of Pontevedra: Do not miss the collection of the Sixth Building or the pazos of the Plaza de la Leña.
- Lérez: Take a walk along the banks of the Lérez River and take a photo at the Ponte do Burgo, the oldest bridge in the city.
- Isla de las Esculturas: Museum with 12 outdoor sculptures located on an island on the river. Perfect place to stroll and enjoy nature.
- Praza da Pedreira and surroundings: Visit the Mercado de Abastos, the Parish of San Bartolomé, the Praza da Verdura and the Museum of the Consejo Regulador de la Denominación de Origen Rías Baixas.
- Shows: Check the program and try to attend an event at the Teatro Principal, the Pazo da Cultura or the Centro Social Novacaixagalicia, located in Rúa Augusto González Besada.
Get to know the Province of Pontevedra by Car
Take your rental car and discover the beauty of the Rías Baixas making a stop in Vigo, Cambados, Sanxenxo, O Grove, Vilagarcía de Arousa, Tui, Baiona, Catoira and A Guarda.