Car hire in Burgas

If you want to not only swim in the warm sea but also explore the sights, consider renting a car in Burgas. Online booking allows you to select a vehicle in advance at a favorable price. This article will guide you on how to choose the right car for your travels, identify services where you can save, and share essential tips for navigating Bulgarian roads.

Best prices for car rental in Burgas

The cost of renting a car in Burgas depends on the class of car and time of year. The price of renting an economy class car starts from 6 – 10 euros per day, but during peak season it can reach up to 35 – 40 euros. The most expensive cars, such as the VW Touareg or Tesla Model S, will cost 130 – 150 euros per day in the summer.

Car classes	Price per day	Deposit amount
compact cars	from 6 EUR (12 BGN)	from 150 euros
small cars	from 18 EUR (36 BGN)	from 150 euros
standard	from 20 EUR (40 BGN)	from 200 euros
minivan	from 26 EUR (52 BGN)	from 300 euros
SUVs	from 35 EUR (70 BGN)	from 800 euros
luxury	from 60 EUR (120 BGN)	from 1500 euros

*Prices are valid for November 2024. Check the available cars in the city and review the offers from rental offices.

There are no discount coupons, but the MyTOP savings program is available to customers. The second order will cost 2% less, and the maximum benefit reaches 15%.

When is it more profitable to rent a car?

The cost is directly tied to the holiday season. The highest rental prices in Burgas are in July and August, the lowest – from October to April. The only exceptions are New Year’s holidays, but even in early January, car rental will be cheaper than during the peak beach season.

If the trip falls during unpopular months, renting an economy class car will cost only 6 – 10 euros per day versus 35 euros in July or August. More expensive cars will also be several times more affordable than during the peak season.

Popular car brands for rent

Prices for renting a Ford Fiesta and other economy class cars start from 6 – 10 euros per day.

Before renting, think about what you need the car for. A rational choice will help you save money:

• For short trips around the city, rent an economical subcompact such as the Ford Fiesta;
• for driving on the highway, you can take a larger and more powerful car – a Toyota Corolla or Renault Captur with a turbo engine: such a car will provide more comfort, will handle better and will consume less fuel;
• for family trips with children and large luggage, a spacious station wagon such as the VW Passat is suitable;
• If you plan to drive through hills and rough terrain, rent a crossover.

The main thing that determines the choice of car to rent is your goals and preferences. Try to plan your route in advance and choose the most suitable car.

Car rental companies

The process of renting a car

Renting a car on site upon arrival is not the best option. The price will be high, and the cars you need may not be available. Online booking will help you rent a car cheaper, and prepayment will allow you to reserve a car of a specific make and model.

When completing your application, you will come across the concept of a deposit. This is the amount that is frozen for the duration of the car rental. The company can use the deposit to cover damage – for example, to repair a car after an accident. If everything is in order with the car, the amount will be returned in full.

Driver requirements for renting a car in Burgas:

1. Age – from 23 years, driving experience – from 3 years. If you lack experience or age, you will have to pay an additional fee – 6 euros per day, and also leave a double deposit.
2. Payment by card or cash – in the latter case you will have to leave a double deposit.
3. Documents – passport and license.

SUVs and luxury cars are issued only to drivers over 25 years of age with at least 5 years of experience.

Payment for possible damage is strictly limited to the amount of the deposit. More expensive repairs after an accident are covered by standard liability insurance (MTPL). When booking a car, the rental company will offer to take out full insurance (Full Protection), which relieves the driver of any payments. If you rarely get into an accident and are confident in your skills, it is better not to overpay and refuse the offer: it will be much cheaper.

After online booking, all that remains is to sign the contract at the rental office. The employee will also issue a check confirming the deposit has been blocked. Before receiving the keys, inspect the car and make sure that the manager has recorded all damage. Noticeable defects should be listed in the documents – this will save you from possible problems when returning the car.

Additional available equipment

When booking a car, you can immediately select additional equipment. The list of paid services includes:

• child seats and boosters are required by law for children under 12 years of age;
• Snow chains – relevant for winter trips to mountainous areas;
• GPS navigator with up-to-date local maps;
• 3G Wi-Fi modem with local SIM card.

Additional equipment is usually paid for each rental day. The only exception is the chains for the wheels, which remain with the client.

Top Renta Car locations in Burgas

The office next to the Galleria Burgas shopping center is the closest to the center.

There are 4 Top-Rent-A-Car offices in the city and its surroundings. 2 car rental points are located in Burgas:

1. Office in the parking lot of the Burgas Galleria Mall (Yanko Komitov St., Burgas 8001). The rental point closest to the city center.
2. Office in the parking lot of the Burgas Plaza Mall (Transportna str., Burgas 8000). Located on the northern outskirts of the city.

2 more points can be found outside of Burgas – at the airport and in the Sunny Beach resort. When ordering a car rental service at a specific office, it is not necessary to link the return of the car to the same point. By prior arrangement, you can drop off your car at any convenient location.

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Information

Information	Data
Population	211 752 (2016)
Square	253.6 km²
Nearest airport	10 km (14 minutes)
IATA code (airport)	BOJ
Airport information desk	+359 56 870 248
Sea access availability	more than 5 beaches
Language	Bulgarian, ENG.
Currency	BGN – lv. (Bulgarian Lev)
Country code	+359
Police/ambulance phone number	112 (for free)
Direction of movement	right-handed
Speed ​​limit outside the city	90 km/h (56 mph)
Speed ​​limit within the city	50 km/h (31 mph)
Permissible blood alcohol level	0.05% ppm

Weather by month

The beach season in Burgas lasts from late May to mid-September. If you decide to rent a car from July to August, then keep in mind: at this time the weather in the city is very hot. During the day the air warms up to +30 °C, and at night the temperature rarely drops below 20 °C.

The most comfortable time for a holiday with a warm sea and sunny weather is the second half of July and the beginning of September. From October to April, Burgas is good only for sightseeing.

Average temperature by month:

Месяц	Янв	Фев	Мар	Апр	Май	Июн	Июл	Авг	Сен	Окт	Ноя	Дек
Средняя t воздуха, °C	1,8	3,4	6,0	10,8	16,0	20,4	23,1	23,0	19,4	14,6	9,6	3,3
Средняя t воды, °C	6,4	5,1	7,2	12,2	18,1	24,0	26,3	27,2	23,8	18,7	13,9	10,2

Parking zones in Burgas

Many parking lots in the central part of Burgas are paid. Like other cities in Bulgaria, they are divided into 2 zones:

• blue – paid on weekdays from 9 to 19 hours (at other times and on weekends – free);
• green – paid on all days from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., except official holidays.

Parking in all zones costs 1 BGN per hour. To pay, use parking meters located nearby. Remember that they do not give out change. After payment you will receive a coupon that you need to place under the car window.

When choosing a hotel, give preference to hotels with free parking spaces. This is especially important if you live downtown, where long-term parking can cost a lot of money.

Attractions in Burgas

From Burgas you can drive by car to the village of Bata, located 30 km north of the city. Before reaching the airport, you need to turn onto highway 906 and then follow the signs towards Medovo. Bata is a traditional Bulgarian village where you can get acquainted with local customs, taste national food and watch an exciting show program accompanied by ethnic music.

Seaside Park

The most noticeable attraction in the center of Burgas is the Seaside Park. The picturesque vacation spot stretches for 7 km along the coastal strip. From July to August, a sand sculpture festival takes place here. Cartoon and folk tale characters up to 8 meters high make an unforgettable impression on children and adults. From the boat pier you can get to one of the most cozy places in the city – the island of St. Anastasia.

For those who are interested not only in beach holidays, Burgas and its surroundings offer a lot of attractions.

Armenian Church

Ancient architecture in Burgas is represented by several temples. The most famous of them are the Church of Cyril and Methodius, the Church of the Holy Virgin and the Armenian Church. To see them all, you can go to the street. Vazrazhdane or neighboring streets, leave your car in the parking lot and take a walk.

Burgas lakes

Lovers of natural beauty should visit the lakes in the vicinity of Burgas – Atanasovskoe, Mandra and Burgasskoe. In spring and autumn, schools of migrating birds regularly fly over them, and in summer you can see picturesque sunrises and sunsets over the water surface.

The best trails around the city link to the area’s large lakes. To the west is Lake Burgas. with salt water. The seasonal migration routes of many European birds, especially storks and white pelicans, lie here.

At a distance of 10 km south of the center there is a freshwater lake. Mandra, where you can shoot the most beautiful sunsets. If you go north, towards the airport, you can get to Lake Atanasovskoye. Its salty water is used for medicinal purposes. The lake has free outdoor swimming pools.

Water parks

The best places to visit with children are local water parks. They are located along the E87 highway between Burgas Airport and Sunny Beach. We list the most popular water parks: Sunset Aquapark in Pomorie; “Aqua Paradise” near Nessebar; Action Aquapark in Sunny Beach.

Therapeutic mud in Pomorie

A resort famous for its local healing mud. The tourism infrastructure is focused on health-improving holidays. Local mud is used to treat diseases of the nervous system and musculoskeletal system. It also improves skin condition and helps with chronic diseases of the upper respiratory tract. The resort is located 9 km from the airport along the E87 highway. The journey takes 10 – 15 minutes.