$7 Car Rental Downtown Playa del Carmen

There's so much to do in Downtown Playa del Carmen, but head farther afield and you'll find even more magic. Grab a set of wheels and you can wander around the surrounding region at your own speed. Add these fantastic drives to your list:

• Cancun is about 40 miles from Downtown Playa del Carmen. Well-known tourist attractions like La Isla Shopping Mall deserve a place on your must-see list while you're in town.
• About 40 miles away, Tulum is also a hit with travelers. Make time to check out Tulum Mayan Ruins while you're here. It's one of the reasons people love coming to this colorful city.
• Get into nature and appreciate the serenity at Progreso Beach. It's approximately 170 miles from Downtown Playa del Carmen.

If you don't possess a driver's license issued in Mexico, then it's likely you'll need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your place of residence to be allowed to rent a car. Also consider that if you do need an IDP, it won't be valid on its own. You'll need to show your current driver's license your passport and other forms of identification as well. Lastly, it's important that the credit card you used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your license and passport. Some other things to note for international car rentals are:

• Age restrictions: You'll need to be 25 or over in many countries to rent a car. If you're younger, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to what kinds of cars you can rent.
• Driving limitations: Make sure you read the rules and regulations before you drive away. Usually, you can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or go off-roading with a rental vehicle.