One of the most rewarding parts of my visit to Chicago was exploring the stunning landscapes around Lake Michigan by road. I booked cheap Chicago car hire before I travelled, and was able to pick up my car in the centre of the city when I was ready to set off exploring. You can use this handy search to find great rates for car hire in Chicago with top brands including Dollar Car Hire in Chicago for less.
Probably the best advice I can offer about choosing a Chicago car hire is to book a car that is similar to what you normally drive. I booked 4x4 hire in Chicago because I wanted to get out into the wilderness and was carrying plenty of gear with me.
Dollar car hire's low prices meant that I could book my car for just over £200 for a whole week, and there was plenty of choice when it came to choosing where I could pick up the car from. Aside from having depots at all 3 of the main Chicago airports, there was also a convenient location in the city centre - although make sure you ring up before you go to make sure they have the car waiting for you. Something I didn't know before I travelled was that I could have had the car dropped off at any address in the city, which would have been really convenient for me. They charge a supplement, but by the time you add up taxi fares and inconvenience, it makes plenty of sense to get the car dropped off.