Car Hire in Avlaki - Mini guide to Avlaki

Situated on the outskirts of Athens, Avlaki is popular beach resort that boasts sheltered waters and easy access to Porto Rafti. It is popular with locals, especially weekenders, looking to break away from the hurry of city life for a day or two.

Car hire in Avlaki is especially convenient during the week when there is ample parking all along the coastline. Many Athenians have vacation homes at Avlaki, many of which are for rent throughout the year. A range of hotels and resorts is also situated on the waterfront.

The main attraction in Avlaki is the sheltered beach which is excellent for swimming and sunbathing. Onsite facilities include umbrellas, beach chairs and snack kiosks. The best dining and nightlife district is north of the beach in Porto Rafti, where you'll also find a range of additional hotel options. Porto Rafti is especially lively in August.

Getting to the beach with cheap car hire in Avlaki is easy. From the city centre, head east on Porto Rafti Avenue until you've nearly reached the harbour and then turn south on the coastal road. Avlaki is roughly two miles south. The entire journey is just over 20 miles and takes 30 minutes or longer depending on traffic.

Another major convenience of having car rental in Avlaki is easy access to the new Athens International Airport. This facility was built in anticipation of the 2004 Olympics and operates flights to major cities worldwide. The airport is less than 10 miles to the west and can be reached by taking Porto Rafti avenue to Markopoulou avenue.

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We rent the following types of cars: Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or equiv.), Mini, Small family (Ford Focus or equiv.), Medium family (Toyota Avensis or equiv.), large family (BMW 5 series), 4x4, SUV, Convertible, Van, Sports car, Luxury cars.

Hire cheap cars from the following suppliers, Ebookers, Opodo, Avis, Expedia, Sixt, Thrifty and budget rental prices from EasyCar, Budget, Holiday Autos, Economy, 121carhire.