Car Rental São José

Once you've checked out all of the great attractions in São José, there's plenty more to discover in the region. Pick up the keys to a rental car, toss your bags in the trunk and get out there. We've pulled together some drives we know you'll love:

• Bento Goncalves is around 85 miles from São José. Top-rated attractions like Casa Valduga Winery should be at the top of your list here.
• Around 90 miles away, Farroupilha is also a hit with travelers. Set aside time to take in Santuario N S do Caravaggio while you're here. It's one of the reasons people love staying a while in this thriving city.
• Mole Beach is situated 190 miles from São José and is one of the region's most scenic nature spots. Go for a walk around and enjoy the fresh air here.

If you don't hold a driver's license issued in Brazil, then it's likely you'll need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your place of residence in order to rent a car. You should also note that if you do need an IDP, it has no validity on its own. You'll need to show your current driver's license your passport and other forms of identification as well. Lastly, make sure the credit card you used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your license and passport. Some additional requirements to rent a car internationally are:

• Age restrictions: You need to be 25 or over in most 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 the types of vehicles available to rent.
• Driving limitations: Make sure you read the fine print before driving away. Usually, you can't cross country borders, drive onto ferries or on off-road areas with a rental car.