Rent a Car in East London

Top Locations in East London

For more London car hire locations, either search in the box above or view the areas below:

• Barking

• Bexley

• Dagenham

• De Beauvoir Town

• Greenwich

• Hackney

• Havering

• Hoxton

• Ilford

• Leyton

• Newham

• Redbridge

• Shoreditch

• Stratford

• Tower Hamlets

• Waltham Forest

• Woodford Green

• Walthamstow

Driving in East London

Car hire in East London gives you the unparalleled opportunity to experience every nook and cranny of this multicultural epicentre. Home to some of the most vibrant places in London, with amazing restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars, there’s every reason to hire one of our East London cars and get started on exploring!

Extending from Waltham Forest in the North East, to Havering in the outer eastern edges and down to Lewisham and Bexley just South of the river, East London is home to a wonderfully diverse collection of neighbourhoods - from the bustling city atmosphere of Tower Hamlets, to the calmer suburban landscape of Woodford Green. Luckily, with the city’s sprawling network of roads, car hire in East London makes it even easier to experience every unique aspect for yourself.

Stretching from Chiswick to Woolwich, the North Circular is perfectly positioned to give you a convenient route around East London and beyond. East London also has one of the best connections to the A12 - the 129-mile road starting just north of the Blackwall Tunnel and running north east, past Stratford and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, all the way towards Suffolk. If you have plans to travel further across the capital, you can also hire cars in North London, West London, and South London.

With easy connections to the North Circular, the A127, and the M25, car hire in East London gives you the perfect excuse to escape the city. Drive up towards Epping Forest if you want to spend a quiet weekend in nature, or maybe even hop onto the A127 and take a trip out towards Southend-on-Sea, home to the longest pier in the UK.

There are loads of things to see and do - all just a car journey away.

Places to discover when you rent a car in East London

Car hire in East London opens up a world of possibilities. The best part is that some of the most exciting areas are easily accessible with no congestion charge. East London is a place where almost everything is reached above ground, so if you want to experience one of the most diverse areas of London first-hand, driving is the best way to do so.

Here are some of the best places to visit in your hired car:

Riverside Attractions

When you hire a car in East London, it’s a great chance to explore the riverside of the Thames and experience some of the most iconic London landmarks, such as Canary Wharf and the Isle of Dogs - two East London areas that have managed to maintain strong ties to their maritime past. With St. Katherine’s Docks, the Limehouse Basin and various marinas around Poplar, this part of East London holds many waterside attractions that are definitely worth a visit.

If you’re a bit of an adrenaline junky, the Shadwell Basin Outdoor Activity Centre is a great place for watersports, offering courses in canoeing, windsurfing, angling, sailing and climbing. If you’d prefer a more low-key activity, however, you could also drive down to the Museum of London Docklands to learn about the history of the Thames and the growth of the Docklands. If you’re thinking about exploring south of the river, car hire in South East London presents a great opportunity to experience the Woolwich ferry, a free river crossing which connects the South and North circular and provides a great view of the river.

Old East End Charm

The East End is one of London’s most vibrant and historically rich areas. Hire a car in East London and pay a visit to the famous pearly kings and queens whilst witnessing the beating heart of the cockney identity. Though the area has been developed over the years, remnants of the old East End still remain for you to experience, including the now famous E. Pellici - a workers' cafe that’s remained in the same family since 1900. Columbia Road Flower Market in Bethnal Green is also a big draw for visitors from all over the world, and with numerous pay-and-display parking spaces nearby, it’s the perfect place to reach by car.

Diverse Culinary Experience

As mentioned, East London is one of the most diverse areas of the city. Not only is there a distinct mix between the old and the new, but there is also a whole host of different cultural identities apparent in the area. This, of course, means there are loads of great food places to enjoy.

You may have heard about the famed curry houses around Brick Lane, but car hire in East London gives you the chance to explore some of the lesser-visited eateries further away from the city centre. Green Street, situated in the borough of Newham, is a celebrated Asian shopping district. Given that its nickname is “Little India”, Green Street also houses a variety of delicious Indian restaurants, mainly specialising in South Indian cuisine. This hidden gem is situated off the major public transport routes, which is why it’s often forgotten about. But by hiring one of our East London cars, you’re free to experience all of this and more.

Sporting Legacy

One of the biggest attractions in East London is the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford. Since 2012, Stratford has undergone quite a dramatic makeover, and new investment means the infrastructure and economy of the area have been given new life. The Olympic Park itself sits on a substantial 560 acres and is jammed with things to do. Walk around the Olympic Stadium (now home to West Ham United Football Club), catch an event in the Copper Box arena, ride the slide at the Arcelormittal Orbit or even go for a swim at the Aquatics Centre - whatever you choose to do, the Olympic Park is a great place to spend the day. Parking should be a breeze as well, with the nearby Westfield car park presenting a convenient place to leave your car whilst you walk around the area.