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Staten Island Car Rental

Driving in Staten Island makes it easier to move between its parks, waterfront areas, cultural sites, and neighborhoods that sit across the borough. Whether you are here for work or need a replacement vehicle while your car is unavailable, Enterprise helps you find the right rental car in Staten Island. With vehicle options that fit local trips, regional drives, and daily travel needs, you can choose a model that works well for your plans. Reserve your rental car in Staten Island today.

Enterprise Car Rental Locations in Staten Island

Enterprise makes it easy to rent a car in Staten Island with locations at major airports in the region and neighborhood branches across the borough. Whether you are flying in or renting close to home, there are pickup options across Staten Island to match different plans.

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Things to do in Staten Island

Staten Island includes cultural centers, historic sites, long waterfront paths, and parks that cover wide sections of the borough. Many areas offer places to explore on foot, visit museums, spend time near the water, or walk through grounds that sit close to local neighborhoods and shoreline viewpoints.

Snug Harbor sits on an extensive campus with museums, gardens, historic buildings, and indoor and outdoor art spaces. Visitors often walk through the landscaped grounds, explore galleries, or visit the New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden, which is located on the property. The area’s open layout makes it easy to move between its different buildings and outdoor sections.

The New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden offers a quiet setting with curved walkways, pavilions, bridges, and a koi pond built in the style of traditional Chinese gardens. Visitors can spend time exploring the bamboo areas, small courtyards, and shaded seating spaces. The garden sits within the Snug Harbor Cultural Center, making it easy to combine both visits.

The Staten Island Ferry connects the borough with Lower Manhattan and provides clear views of the Statue of Liberty and New York Harbor during the ride. Visitors often stand on the outdoor decks to take photos or watch the skyline as the ferry approaches each terminal. The ferry is free and runs regularly, making it one of the simplest ways to travel between the two boroughs.

Fort Wadsworth sits beside the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and includes historic military structures, open lawns, and waterfront viewpoints. Visitors can walk through the remaining fort buildings, explore the overlooks near the water, or visit the areas beneath the bridge. The site provides access to several walking paths that connect to nearby parks.

Historic Richmond Town includes restored buildings, a museum, and grounds that reflect different eras of local history. Visitors can tour the interiors, walk between the preserved structures, or attend seasonal programs. The site covers a large area, and its layout encourages exploring the village-like setting.

The Staten Island Zoo includes indoor and outdoor exhibits that display reptiles, mammals, and other species across several themed areas. Visitors can walk through shaded paths, view feeding demonstrations, or stop at the children’s sections. The zoo’s compact size makes it easy to cover multiple exhibits during a single visit.

The Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk extends along the island’s southeastern shoreline with beaches, open views, and long walking routes. Visitors can spend time on the sand, explore nearby parks, or walk along the boardwalk toward different parts of the coast. The area stays active during warm months and offers several access points.

The National Lighthouse Museum sits near the St. George Ferry Terminal and focuses on maritime history and lighthouse operations along the East Coast. Visitors often explore the exhibits before walking along the nearby waterfront. The museum’s location makes it easy to pair with a ferry trip or time in the surrounding district.

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Whether you are going on a weekend family trip or exploring the countryside we are sure to have the ideal SUV for your needs.

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Vans

Our minivans and passenger vans can seat up to 7 or 15 passengers and are great for family vacations or large groups.

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Pickup Trucks

Our pickup trucks have the space, power and durability you need for hauling large items or taking a weekend retreat.

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Luxury Cars

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One Way Car Rentals

Go One-Way, Your Way

Skip the round trip and return your rental car at a different branch. One-way rentals offer the flexibility to keep your travel plans moving forward, whether you’re heading out on a road trip, relocating, or catching a flight from another city.

Staten Island Travel Tips

Traffic slows often on the Staten Island Expressway, the West Shore Expressway, and Hylan Boulevard, especially near major intersections and access points for the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. Local routes in residential areas can also become congested during peak periods.

Parking availability varies by neighborhood. Areas near the St. George Ferry Terminal and sections of Hylan Boulevard can fill quickly, while residential areas often have more open street parking. Many parks and waterfront areas include public lots that may reach capacity on busy days.

The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and the Bayonne Bridge use cashless tolling, and both crossings can slow during peak hours. Knowing which bridge connects to your destination helps you plan a smoother trip.

Heavy rain may cause slowdowns along waterfront sections of the island, especially near coastal roads and low-lying areas. Snow can create delays on major corridors and side streets that run on inclines.

Streets near the St. George Ferry Terminal, Fort Wadsworth, and local stadiums may include traffic changes during events or high‑volume periods. Planning extra time helps avoid unexpected delays.

The island has several main corridors, and routes often shift between expressways and local streets. Traveling along Hylan Boulevard, Richmond Avenue, and Clove Road helps create predictable access to many parts of the borough.

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