Car Hire Guernsey - Mini guide to Guernsey

The small, picturesque, Channel Island of Guernsey claims to be Britain’s warmest spot. It has become an increasingly popular holiday destination over recent years due to its rural charm and unspoilt beauty.

There is plenty of historical sites and stunning scenery on this small island, including; WWII bunkers, Neolithic burial mounds and even medieval turret castles overlooking many of the bays, as well as the lovely beaches and coastal walks.

The picturesque capital, St Peter Port, is home to a number of museums, historic buildings and other attractions. Of note is the historic stately home, Hauteville House, home of Victor Hugo when he was exiled from France. Amongst the many museums, the fascinating Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery, situated in the grandiose terraced Victorian Candie Gardens, is also well worth a visit.

St Peters also offers the best shopping on the island, (which incidentally is tax free), as well as being home to most of the island’s nightlife options, including theatre, classical concerts and comedy, as well as cinemas, bars and restaurants. In fact, there are a number of excellent restaurants all over the island, many specializing in seafood with delicacies such as crab, lobster and scallops.

Covering only 50 square miles, the island is ideal for exploring by car. With so many bays and coves, it’s easy to find your own beach, and places of interest are found around almost every corner, such as the 800 year old de Sausmarez Manor with its magnificent gardens and Art Park. Alternatively, the neighbouring islands of Herm, Sark, and Alderney are a short ferry ride away, and offer interesting day trip possibilities.

Guernsey has its own airport with connections to a number of UK and European cities, as well as ferry links with the other Channel Islands and even northern France.

The small, picturesque, Channel Island of Guernsey claims to be Britain’s warmest spot. It has become an increasingly popular holiday destination over recent years due to its rural charm and unspoilt beauty.

There is plenty of historical sites and stunning scenery on this small island, including; WWII bunkers, Neolithic burial mounds and even medieval turret castles overlooking many of the bays, as well as the lovely beaches and coastal walks.

The picturesque capital, St Peter Port, is home to a number of museums, historic buildings and other attractions. Of note is the historic stately home, Hauteville House, home of Victor Hugo when he was exiled from France. Amongst the many museums, the fascinating Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery, situated in the grandiose terraced Victorian Candie Gardens, is also well worth a visit.

St Peters also offers the best shopping on the island, (which incidentally is tax free), as well as being home to most of the island’s nightlife options, including theatre, classical concerts and comedy, as well as cinemas, bars and restaurants. In fact, there are a number of excellent restaurants all over the island, many specializing in seafood with delicacies such as crab, lobster and scallops.

Covering only 50 square miles, the island is ideal for exploring by car. With so many bays and coves, it’s easy to find your own beach, and places of interest are found around almost every corner, such as the 800 year old de Sausmarez Manor with its magnificent gardens and Art Park. Alternatively, the neighbouring islands of Herm, Sark, and Alderney are a short ferry ride away, and offer interesting day trip possibilities.

Guernsey has its own airport with connections to a number of UK and European cities, as well as ferry links with the other Channel Islands and even northern France.