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Nestled in the heart of South Carolina and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, Sumter is a picturesque city with a storied history. Known for its temperate climate, antebellum architecture and beautiful tree-lined streets, Sumter offers visitors an alluring blend of Southern charm and elegance. If you plan to visit Sumter, having a rental car will give you the freedom to discover the city and its nearby attractions at your own pace.
A rental car will make your time in Sumter a lot less stressful, and on Turo you can find the widest selection of vehicles and the best car rental deals. You could pick a premium sedan and explore Sumter's historic downtown in style, or you could choose a large SUV or pickup truck to haul your hiking, biking or camping gear to Poinsett State Park. Sumter has a lot to offer, and you won't want to miss a thing.
On Turo, renting a car in Sumter is easy. Browse cars online, choose your preferred pickup location, book your car, and get on the road sooner. With pickup locations all across Sumter, South Carolina and beyond, you'll be able to find the perfect car for whatever you have planned.

Enter a date and location in Sumter, SC (or beyond), filter to find the best car for you, and read reviews from previous renters.

Rent a car nearby or get one delivered to various destinations, including many airports, train stations, hotels, or maybe even your home.

Your host sends you pickup details, and you’re all set to hit the roads of Sumter, SC! If you have questions, you can easily chat with your host or contact support.
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You won't be short of entertainment options if you visit Sumter because there's so much to see and do. The city has 16 museums and art galleries and more than 30 parks, and its large historic district is home to one of South Carolina's few remaining opera houses. Whether you want to soak up history, shop till you drop or just kick back and relax, you'll find what you're looking for in Sumter. Here are a few of the city's most popular attractions.
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Swan Lake Iris Gardens is a stunning natural oasis in the heart of Sumter. Known for its beautiful lake, colorful islands and Japanese iris plantings, the 150-acre park teems with life throughout the year. There are a butterfly garden, a chocolate garden and a talking tree trail, and Swan Lake Iris Gardens is the only public park in America where you can see all eight swan species. The park is especially beautiful in May during the Iris Festival and in December during the Fantasy of Lights.
If you love the great outdoors and enjoy hiking, kayaking or camping, a visit to Congaree National Park is a must. You could walk the parks 2.6-mile boardwalk allows visitors and get close to some of the tallest trees in the Eastern United States, or you could take a guided kayak tour on Cedar Creek. Congaree National Park is home to white-tailed deer, bobcats, alligators and turtles, and there are two designated campsites.
The Sumter County Museum is made up of several small museums, each devoted to a different era of South Carolina history. The main building is a magnificent Edwardian mansion that is decorated in period style and filled with beautiful Victorian furniture. You'll see Native American artifacts and items recovered from Civil War battlefields on display at the museum, and you can visit a backcountry homestead to find out what life was like on an 18th-century farm.

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If you plan to vacation in Sumter, a comfortable rental car will allow you to set your own schedule. You'll be able to visit all the city's most popular attractions, and you'll be able to take road trips to other parts of South Carolina. An SUV or minivan would be ideal if you have a large party or lots of gear, or you could rent a luxury sedan and attract admiring glances wherever you go.
If you will be moving to Sumter to attend the University of South Carolina-Sumter, Central Carolina Technical College or Morris College, a rental vehicle with plenty of room for bags, bedding and boxes would make the trip a lot less stressful. A large SUV would be a good choice, as its elevated driving position will make it easier to navigate unfamiliar streets.
Spending a few days behind the wheel will tell you far more about a vehicle than a short test drive at a car dealership. If you are thinking about buying a new or pre-owned SUV, sedan, minivan or pickup truck, you will probably be able to find the model you are interested in on the Turo app. If you book the vehicle and take an extended test drive, you can try before you buy.
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Get your vehicle delivered right to you or wherever you’re going in Sumter, SC, including Sumter, SC airport. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest, like airports, train stations, and hotels. Popular Sumter, SC pickup locations include:
Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located more than 50 miles from Sumter, so you'll want to be on the road as quickly as possible if you decide to fly to the South Carolina heartland. Long lines at the airport car rental counter would slow you down, but that's one hassle you won't have to worry about if you find your rental vehicle on Turo. All you have to do is pick up your luggage and head to one of the airport parking lots to meet your host.
If you love historic buildings, tree-lined streets and a laid-back atmosphere, downtown Sumter's Main Street could be the perfect place to pick up your car rental. This vibrant area is filled with interesting stores and family-owned restaurants, and it hosts several major events and festivals each year. There are designated parking lots where you could meet your host, and the Turo app will give you precise directions.
This 43-acre mall is Sumter's premier shopping destination, and it could be a great location to pick up your rental car. There are three large anchor stores, four restaurants and dozens of specialty stores in the mall, and you could meet your host in the large parking lot. The mall is fully enclosed, so you'll be able to grab a bite or do some shopping in air-conditioned comfort before you hit the road.

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Some of Sumter's roads date back to the mid-19th century, so you won't find a traditional grid system when you visit the city. You could take the stress out of getting around Sumter by using your mobile phone to get directions, and navigating the city's streets will be a breeze if you choose a rental car with a GPS system. The roads around Sumter are well-maintained and beautiful, but keep an eye out for deer if you take any road trips. Here are some car rental tips that could help you to make the most of your time in Sumter.
Traffic usually flows well in Sumter, but you could encounter delays on major highways like U.S. Route 15, U.S. Route 378. If you plan to explore some of the rural areas around Sumter, it may be a good idea to download some maps before you set out as cell service in these areas can be limited. If you want to learn about local delays, road closures and weather-related traffic issues, you can dial 511 on your mobile phone or download the 511 South Carolina mobile app.
There aren't any parking meters in downtown Sumter, so finding a spot on the street can be difficult. That's not a problem, though, as there are several lots where you can park your rental car for free. The largest of them is the Sumter City Parking Garage on North Sumter Street. There are also parking lots on South Main Street, North Main Street, Dugan Street and East Liberty Street.
There are no toll roads in or around Sumter, but you may have to pay a toll if you venture further afield and take the Interstate 185 Southern Connector. Tolls on the Southern Connector for two-axle vehicles range from $1.50 to $2.25, and you can pay with cash, a debit or credit card or a Palmetto Pass.
If you need to fill up your rental car's tank, you will find plenty of gas stations on U.S. Route 521 and U.S. Route 378. Many of the gas stations in Sumter are open 24 hours a day and feature convenience stores as well as pumps. If you rent an electric vehicle and need to recharge its batteries, you will have several options. There is an EV Connect charging station on East Hampton Avenue, a Blink charging station on Broad Street and ChargePoint charging stations on Shaminally Way and Gunnison Circle.
If you want to explore Sumter on your own terms and come and go as you please, you will need a reliable rental car. Public transportation in Sumter is pretty good, but the buses stop running at 7 p.m. If you want to enjoy Sumter's vibrant nightlife but don't want to pay for ride shares or taxis every time you need to get somewhere, a rental car is your best option. You'll also need a rental car if you plan to take day trips to places like Columbia, Myrtle Beach or Congaree National Park.
To rent a car on Turo, you must create a Turo account, have a valid driver’s license, get approved to drive on Turo, and be 18 years old or older in the US, 21 years old or older in Australia, or 23 years old or older in Canada.
In the UK, you must be 21 years old or older and have held a UK or EU license for at least one year, or another driver’s license for at least two years. In France you must be 18 years old or older and have held a driver’s license for at least 2 years, longer for certain makes and models of vehicles.
When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s license and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for all future road trips, day trips, and business trips!
Turo accepts valid licenses (not expired, suspended, or revoked) that allow for full driving privileges; this includes driver’s licenses issued outside of the US. Licenses that Turo doesn’t accept in the US include any that have expired, have been altered, are conditional, probational, provisional, or restricted. Learner’s permit/instruction permits are not accepted.
To rent a car on Turo in the US, you must be 18 years old or older.
No, you don’t need personal insurance coverage to rent a car on Turo.
In the US, any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host’s vehicle would kick in before your Turo protection plan. When booking a car in the US, you’ll choose between three protection plans — Premier (eligibility requirements apply), Standard, or Minimum — to get the level of protection that’s right for you. On each trip, you’re covered with third-party automobile liability insurance provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company.*
In New York state, you’ll also choose between Premier (if available), Standard, or Minimum. With each plan, you’re covered with liability insurance of $1,250,000.* Protection plans for New York trips also include access to roadside assistance, priority phone support, and 24/7 customer assistance.
You can get discounts and low cost car rental on Turo.
On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promo codes, discounts, and deals.
Additionally, frequent travelers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totaling 10 days in a 90-day period.
Learn how the loyalty bonus worksYes there is - whether you want to rent a car for three days, three months, or even longer, you can on Turo. You’ll find discounted prices on bookings lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days, so you can get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips.
See more about promotions & discountsSome hosts offer unlimited distance for a trip; others set a daily distance limit — you’ll need to check on each rental car individually to see if this service is provided. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total miles or kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.
Yes, multiple guests can drive the car you rent on Turo, as long as they are all approved to drive. The primary driver (whoever rented the car) can add additional drivers with no fees or additional charges. Only the primary driver can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.
To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s license and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.
The cost of car rental in Sumter can vary depending on car type, booking length, extras, and delivery. For cheap car rental in Sumter, look out for discounts on longer-duration bookings and early bookings.
Traditional car rental companies don't give you many options, but there are hundreds of vehicles in Sumter to choose from on Turo. There are affordable cars, premium sedans, luxury SUVs and pickup trucks, and you can also find a wide selection of electric vehicles on Turo. You'll be able to find just what you're looking for, and Turo makes renting a car easy. Here are some of the most popular vehicle classes on Turo:
- Full-size SUVs: People love full-size SUVs like the Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Cadillac Escalade because they're powerful, comfortable, and have plenty of space for both passengers and cargo.
- Pickup trucks: There's nothing like a pickup truck if you have a lot of gear to haul. You can find full-size pickup trucks like the Chevrolet Silverado and smaller pickups like the Honda Ridgeline on Turo.
- Minivans: A Toyota Sienna or similar van will give up to seven passengers enough space to stretch out and relax, and they burn less gas than SUVs.
- Luxury sedans: Premium sedans like the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW 5 Series, and Audi A6 are great choices if you want to travel in luxury and style.
- Electric vehicles: EVs like the Tesla Model 3 and Kia EV4 are popular rental vehicles because they are economical and easy to drive.
Rates can vary between weekdays and weekends. Look out for savings on longer bookings and try adjusting your trip dates to find the best option for your schedule.
Some hosts offer one-way trips as an Extra. When you search on Turo, you can filter for one-way trips to see what’s available in your area.
Yes, you can find a variety of cars on Turo in Sumter, SC, including options for individuals and groups. Simply enter your pickup details to browse available vehicles.
You should return the car on time per Turo policy. If you are running late, please request a trip extension via the Turo app. All applicable fees are clearly displayed in the app.
* Any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host’s vehicle would kick in before your protection plan, except in limited situations for trips booked in Maryland, but this protects your own wallet. In the US, liability insurance is provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company. Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply. The policy does not provide coverage for damage to a host’s vehicle.
For questions or information about the third party liability insurance that is included in protection plans, consumers in Maryland and the licensed states listed here may contact Turo Insurance Agency at (415) 508-0283 or claims@turo.agency. For questions about how damage to a host’s vehicle is handled, visit the Turo Support site.