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Top Things To Do & See In Sydney

Of course, when thinking about Sydney, the main tourist attractions come right to the front of your mind. The Sydney Opera House is an amazing feat of engineering. But if you want to experience the full glory then you should get to the inside as well as the outside. Book an event there (opera is perfect) as there is so much to see and do there. The whole experience is the inside and the outside. Of course, your Sydney car hire is the best way to get to and from this distinctive landmark.

While at the Opera House, the views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge are pretty spectacular.

The beaches are always a place to visit when in this glorious city. Manly Beach is one of the favourites and with plentiful parking, your car hire Sydney is the perfect way to get you to and from a lazy day at the beach. But you don’t have to just lie there and soak up the rays of the sun. You can surf the waves at any one of a number of Sydney beaches.

It doesn’t feel that way from the outside, but Sydney can have its fair share of wet weather, especially in the winter months of June, July and August. This means you should choose your Sydney car hire accordingly at this time of year. A soft top might be great for the summer but doesn’t always do what you need in the winter. So, there are a good choice of things to do indoors at this time. There are a few art galleries and museums to choose from. Our top choices are the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Australian National Maritime Museum.

If you love wildlife but don’t want to venture too far out of the city in your Sydney car hire, then Taronga Zoo is the perfect destination. It is popular with locals and visitors alike.

Top Things To Do & See In Melbourne

Melbourne is a city of sports and recreation, so you will find plenty of things to do with your rental car Melbourne on your trip. So, you can visit some of the most iconic sports venues in Australia, such as the MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground) and the Rod Laver Arena, home of the Australian Open tennis tournament.

The Royal Botanic Gardens is a sight to behold for the traveller. It matches rare and spectacular plants with some amazing buildings. There are also events there, so check out their website and see what’s on while you are there.

Eureka Tower is a more recent addition to the Melbourne skyline, having been built in 2006. Take a trip up to the Skydeck to take in breath-taking views over the city. This probably isn’t one for those who are scared of heights but for the rest of us there is so much to see. We recommend that you book online to save time queuing as this can be popular when the visibility is good, which is most of the time to be honest.

Why not let your Melbourne rental car take you around the city’s museums? Federation Square is an internationally acclaimed museum dedicated to architecture. There are permanent and temporary exhibitions there so you will see something different all the time.

If shopping is your thing (get a Melbourne rental car with a big boot!) then there are so many options. There are a variety of shops and restaurants from all over the world. Please make sure to visit the laneways in the city which has all kinds of cool eateries and funky clothing stores.

The Royal Botanical Gardens are only a short walk away from the city and a perfect place to either get some exercise or simply walk around and enjoy the parklands.

Top Things To Do & See In Brisbane

Right let’s get your Brisbane rent a car and head out to see this beautiful city and the surrounding area. One of the endearing symbols of the country is the koala. So, the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is an absolute must for the visitor from overseas. These beautiful critters aren’t the only animal you will see in the sanctuary. You can also handfeed another of Australia’s iconic animals in the kangaroo.

The weather is great for most of the year. Think about a drop top for your Brisbane rent a car but don’t forget the sun lotion. Head on over to South Bank Parklands. There are 17 hectares here of parklands where you can roam around before heading back ton the restaurants near the river. The views here are amazing. You might never want to leave! Segway tours are very popular here.

You may not have heard of Mount Coot-tha Lookout, but you should have. If you want the best view of the city then this is the place for you. Get there before dusk and you can see the city in daylight and as it is lit up at night. Parking is plentiful there, so your Brisbane rent a car is the best way to get there and back.

If you want to live like the locals, then you can follow their lead. One of the things that the locals do in great weather is the Wynnum Wading Pool. You can play here to your hearts content. The kids will love it – and the big kids will love it just as much! If you get hungry then there are plenty of food and drink options, so take a look around and enjoy the city for a while.

If you have a little time left after all these delights then take your Brisbane rent a car over in the direction of Moreton Island, where you can snorkel, feed wild dolphins or take is easy on the beaches.

Top Things To Do & See In Perth

This is a hidden gem for many travellers to Australia, as it doesn’t get the same exposure as the likes of Sydney and Melbourne. Your Perth car hire is an essential when you visit this city. Museums for all the family abound. Our favourites are The Aviation Heritage Museum and the Scitech Discovery Centre. They are in different parts of the city so book your Perth car hire nice and early so you can arrive there in style and comfort.

For those of us with a taste for the arts, His Majesty’s Theatre is a wonderful place to visit. The building is beautifully elegant and has been there for over 110 years, which is a long time for modern Australia. And there are always events happening there, such as plays, musicals and dance. Get the tunes on CD and listen to them in your Perth car hire on the way back to your hotel!

The Swan River is a major feature of the city, and people flock there for their recreational needs. And you can extend that fascination with the river by visiting the Swan Valley where wine and other foods are grown. This is a haven for foodies from the world over. Relax, grab a bottle of wine and take it all in. A tour is the best way to do this if you are having a drink – leave your Perth car hire at home for this one.

Kings Park is the place that you just have to visit when in this city. It is an oasis of pretty in the city. You have amazing views of Perth as well as having somewhere to relax, close to the Swan River. It is incredibly well looked-after, which means you will enjoy every minute of your time in Kings Park. Cycle, run, walk or just laze away the time here.

Top Things To Do & See In Adelaide

Adelaide is a paradise for the visitor from outside. The relaxed way of life and friendly people make it so. But what would you do when you are there? Well, there is so much to choose from. Here are the highlights. Make sure you have your Adelaide rental car for the ride.

Adelaide Zoo is a firm favourite for people from the city and beyond. It is home to pandas among 2,500 other animals. Not only can you meander around the zoo, but there are shows and feeding times all day long. You are never far from being able to watch and learn. There is plenty of parking so get in your Adelaide rental car and go!

If you are looking for something with a lot less walking (and that doesn’t carry the same smells as the zoo) then museums might be your bag. South Australia Museum looks at the history of the nation and makes it engaging and fun for all who visit. It is an Australian Aboriginal heritage and scientific research centre too, so you can see some of the old Australia.

And the Art Gallery of South Australia is another place where you can while away hour after hour. It has a collection of tens of thousands of pieces of art, having been established as far back as 1881. New exhibitions mean that even if you have visited in the past, there is still so much to see and do. There are great museums like these dotted across the city so use your Adelaide rental car to visit as many as you can fit in.

Adelaide Gaol is a fascinating place where you can find out some of the grisly past of Australia. There are stories that the gaol is visited by the ghost of some former inmates. Now that’s a place you’ll want to go to in the daytime only!

Top Things To Do & See In Canberra

The capital city of Australia perhaps isn’t as internationally well-known as Sydney or Melbourne but has enough going for it that you should definitely pay a visit. And rent a car Canberra is a great way to get around the city. As you would expect, there is a lot of emphasis around the city on government. It is similar to Washington DC in that way. But scratch the surface and you can see more. So much more.

Modern parliament is everywhere. But the Old Parliament House is a captivating look back to the way things used to be. It only went out of commission in the late 1980’s but harks back to a different era. The place was built in 1927 as part of the new capital city. Walk around and feel the history and significance of the place.

If museums are your thing then you have arrived in heaven! The National Museum of Australia, the National Library of Australia and the National Portrait Gallery are just 3 of the wonderful museums that you can spend hours in while here. Your Canberra rent a car will help you get from stop to stop, don’t worry about that. If you only have time for one, then we recommend that you make it the national Museum of Australia. Here you can get the essence of the nation, it’s culture and history.

Once in your Canberra rent a car it would be wide to look to nature a little with Lake Burley Griffin a short hop away. It is an artificial lake named after the architect of the city where you can while away a few hours, relaxing and enjoying all this world has to offer. The lake offers wildlife, a chance to escape from the city and somewhere to have fun. There’s something for everyone at Lake Burley Griffin.

Top Things To Do & See In Hobart

As the capital of Tasmania, you are always connected to the water when in Hobart. But that doesn’t mean you don’t need a quality Hobart car hire. It will help you to get from A to B – and everywhere else on the island too. One of the top destinations for the traveller to Hobart id Wellington Park and Mount Wellington. There are walking tracks galore and the park is never closed. Just head on out there in your car hire Hobart and you’re ready to go. A 4-wheel drive could be your perfect companion on this trip as you range through the park and see the wonders of nature.

While we’re on the subject of nature, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary is another splendid place to visit for the traveller to Hobart. It was set up in 1981 to look after orphaned and injured animals. So, you will find creatures here such as the infamous Tasmanian Devil. And there are other Australian wildlife favourites here such as the koala, wombat and kangaroo among others.

After all that excitement, you might just want to sit back and have a beer. This is one to leave the Hobert car hire behind, though. The Cascade Brewery gives you a couple of hours looking around at how their beers have been made since 1832. The guides are excellent, giving knowledge at every turn. Obviously, this is the point where we remind you the drink driving laws in Australia are strict. We suggest you do not drive if you drink anywhere on the planet. Or you might end up in…

Hobart Convict Penitentiary is more than an old prison. It is a museum, a testament to the way crime and punishment used to be. You can experience life like a convict here. Ad if you feel lonely, then some of the old convicts are said to reappear as ghosts from time to time, so keep your eyes peeled.

Top Things To Do & See In Darwin

A Darwin rental car is the passport to see some pretty amazing places in and around this city. You might think that this paradise only has outdoor spots. But you’d be wrong. The Museum and Art gallery of the Northern Territory (a mouthful – they need an acronym! MAGNT – they have one!) is the place to visit on the off chance you get a spot of rain. Or even if you want to shelter from the sun. The talks, workshops and tours bring this place to life. And what’s more, it is free entry. Can’t say fairer than that.

Now let’s get to the outdoors. Mindil Beach is the top spot. Get there to see the sunset and you won’t be alone. It is THE place to drop into at that time of day. You will fill your photo album with pictures just of the sunset, nothing else. Make sure you have plenty of storage left on your phone. You’re gonna need it.

Crocosaurus Cove is another one of those places that will have you taking snaps galore – no pun intended. Here you get up close and personal with crocodiles of all sizes. Look out for the famous Cage of Death. We won’t give you too much detail on that one just yet. Parking is great, so jump in your Darwin rental car and come to see the saltwater crocs. There are more than crocodiles here, but they are the main attraction.

If you have any interest in the military, then the Defence of Darwin Experience is just the ticket for you. It tells the story of Darwin’s role in the Second World War. Darwin was bombed in the war and has a history entrenched in this time. This museum tells that story eloquently and with grace. There is so much to learn and be thankful for here. Your Darwin rental car is the perfect way to get around all of these city sights.

Top Things To Do & See In Gold Coast

The Gold coast is an amazing part of our planet. And your Gold Coast rent a car is here to make sure you see all the sights on your trip. Tambourine Mountain is one of those places you just have to visit. A trip to the Gold Coast wouldn’t be complete without it. The place is the perfect marriage of natural beauty with some manmade additions. The cafes and galleries make it somewhere you can spend hour after hour. Just jump in your Gold Coast rent a car and experience the place. We implore you!

Of course, the Gold Coast is famous for Surfer’s Paradise and all that brings. The place is a magnet for the cool and trendy. When people think Australia, they invariably picture an image that is blond guys in shirts on a surfboard riding waves and enjoying all life has to offer under a blazing sun. And that’s what you will see in Surfer’s Paradise every day of the year. Just head there. That’s all there is to it. Once you ate there in your Gold Coast rent a car, you can make your mind up what you want to do. Choose from cafes, bars, restaurants, activities, sunshine, whatever takes your fancy.

Warner Bros Movie World is Australia’s answer to Disneyland. This is a premier theme park that allows you to meet superheroes and feel like you are in a movie. There are plenty of rollercoasters for the enthusiast. But there are also other things to o for those that can only handle a small dose of white knuckle. Feel like you are in Hollywood for a day or two with Warner Bros Movie world and a Gold Coast rent a car.

There are beaches to relax on after all this activity. Kirra Beach is a favourite, so just head there on your day off and unwind.

Top Things To Do & See In Cairns

Cairns is the gateway to the wilderness. And many of the activities there will see you head out and take in the amazing nature and wildlife of this part of Australia. A Cairns car hire will give you the mobility to see all of these sights. And we bet you can’t wait!

The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is an amazing attraction that literally does what it says on the tin. You get to see the rainforest from above. They bill it as ‘The world’s oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest.’ And who are we to argue? You get the chance to see the splendour of nature here, as well as maybe getting a glimpse of some of the creatures that inhabit this wonderful protected place.

If you don’t see anything then get your wildlife fix at Birdworld Kuranda, where they have the largest collection of free flying birds in all of Australia. Pretty impressive, eh? See parrots, cockatoos and cassowaries among others. These are the native birds to Australia, and they are studied here as well as being open to the public.

Barron Falls is another attraction that many of our Cairns car hire customers just love to see. Still impressive, much of the water from this mighty waterfall has been diverted to generate electricity. But the top and views are spectacular, so this is well worth taking in. We know that you e3ill love what you see here.

Cairns is one of the venues that you can use as a base to see the Great Barrier Reef. So much has been said and written about this amazing natural feature. All we say is respect it and follow all the instructions given if you visit the reef. We want to protect it for the planet and future generations. Your Cairns car hire will help you get close to the coast and then use a registered tour organiser for the rest of the trip.

Top Things To Do & See In Newcastle

A Newcastle rental car will allow you to get in and around the city for all of the sights listed. Newcastle Memorial Walk is a great place to walk along the coastline and absorb the splendour of this place. The top choice is to park your Newcastle rental car in the top car park and then enjoy the walk down towards the ocean before taking it all in while sitting in one of the cafes or bars. This is especially fun on a hot day but don’t let any weather conditions put you off. Spend a full day there or make it a quick visit.

Fort Scratchley is manned by volunteer guides that make it a pleasure to visit. They add an extra dimension to exploring on your own, so we totally recommend you catch one and use their experience. This is a slice of Australian history preserved and ready for your visit. At Midday they fire off the cannon so make sure you are there in plenty of time to witness this as it makes the visit complete.

The beaches in and around Newcastle are a wonder. You can use them to explore or relax – the choice is yours. The top picks are Mereweather Beach and Nobby’s Beach as they are the most accessible and there’s a great deal to do there too. Mereweather has an ocean pool set at the edge of the beach for you to enjoy the ocean at all times. Take your Newcastle rental car with you so you can come and go at your own leisure.

If all that outdoors has you craving for something more leisurely then Newcastle museum is a good bet. It’s free to get in, has loads for the kids and also allows you to get hands-on with some interactive displays. It’s all part of the beauty of being in Newcastle.

Top Things To Do & See In Wollongong

First things first, you must take your Wollongong rent a car along Grand Pacific Drive to experience the beauty and splendour this drive offers. Whether you start in the city or arrive in Wollongong from elsewhere, this is just a must-see aspect of this part of the world. It is dotted with picturesque towns and beaches that will take your breath away. Spend as much time as you have exploring here. It is the jewel in the Wollongong tourist crown. But it isn’t the only thing to do in your Wollongong rent a car while here.

The Nan Tien Temple is on the outskirts of Wollongong and is a sight to behold. This Buddhist temple complex is a short hop outside of the city (so perfect for your Wollongong rent a car) and is another place you just have to visit. The oasis of peace and tranquillity is a perfect way to reconnect to yourself and the planet around. Buddhism is all about peace and balance. You will get all of this in the Nan Tien Temple.

In keeping with many Australian cities, Wollongong has a Botanic Gardens that is a great place to visit. This is based at the foot of Mount Keira and is where people come to relax and make that connection with nature. This botanic garden has displays and talks, so you can get involved as well as walk among the flowers and plants. Look at their schedule before you arrive t see what suits you best.

If you are into the arts, then Wollongong Art Gallery is a great stop on your travels. It has Aboriginal works there as well as art from contemporary Australian artists. Ever-changing exhibitions means there is always something new to see. Parking in the locality is pretty good so bring your Wollongong rent a car with you and make the most of the gem of an art gallery. And the gift shop is pretty good too!

Top Things To Do & See In Townsville

Nestled in Queensland close to the Coral Sea, this is a popular destination with those from inside Australia and visitors from overseas. Many of the things to do in your Townsville car hire are connected to the great outdoors. Billabong Sanctuary is a great place to start if you are from out of town. There are interactive feeding shows all day long so you can see native Australian animals up close and personal. People spend a good few hours here at least so plan a day and then take it all in in your own time. The crocodile feeding show is an absolute highlight so make sure you plan this as part of the day. You will learn so much about these amazing creatures.

Have you ever heard of Magnetic Island? It is an amazing place only 25 minutes sail away from Townsville. Park your Townsville car hire at the ferry port and let the tour operator take the strain with this one. The island is filled with a mix of wildlife and secluded beaches. Fringed with palm trees and a haven for nature, you will love every second you spend on this marvellous island. Plus, it gets you closer to that magical place – the Great Barrier Reef. The island has been inhabited by Aboriginal people for thousands of years and their stewardships has seen it preserved as it was back when they first lived there.

Mount Stuart is another natural wonder that your Townsville car hire will help you explore. From the top you get a beautiful view of Townsville and the coast, including Magnetic Island. You can get to the summit by car, run, cycle or walk. We suggest you know what you are doing if you attempt anything other than taking your Townsville car hire up there. On a hot day this can be quite a climb so stay safe and look after yourself. Picnics are the order of the day when you reach the top of Mount Stuart so pack one in the boot and get ready to be awed by the stunning views.