Maitland is the perfect destination for a weekend break.
Located on the banks of the Hunter River, Maitland is an increasingly popular holiday destination within New South Wales. Spend a while in the town, or use the area as a base for a holiday within the Hunter region, where artisan produce, food, and wine await.
Maitland is central to many excellent destinations. It’s just an hour from Newcastle, 30 minutes from the Hunter Valley wine region, and two hours from Sydney. With all these destinations at your doorstep, a hire car from Hertz will be your best option to see as much as possible during your stay. Pick up your rental car from our Hertz Maitland Downtown location and enjoy your trip.
Explore Maitland with Hertz
Maitland is a fantastic town, and it’s worth staying a few days to discover all that it has to offer.
Many people choose to visit Maitland to visit the famous Maitland Gaol. This historic site is one of New South Wales heritage-listed sites and one of the longest operational institutions in Australia, operating from December 1848 to January 1998. The gaol housed some of Australia’s most notorious and hardened criminals, and its history is as vast as it is interesting.
Maitland is a thriving arts town. You’ll notice this as you drive through the streets in your rental car - with a different mural or artwork on every corner. The beautiful murals are famous in the area, so keep a lookout as you discover the town. If you are interested in seeing more artwork, perhaps visit the Maitland Regional Art Gallery. With touring and permanent exhibitions, it’s a worthwhile visit all year round.
Be sure to discover the Levee. It’s popular amongst locals and tourists alike as it’s a bustling hub of activity in the town. Running adjacent to the Hunter River, it’s filled with dining options and activities that the whole family can enjoy.
Discover New South Wales in your Rental Car
Maitland is ideally located close to a number of exciting New South Wales destinations.
Drive 40-minutes to the Hunter Valley, where artisan produce and wine await. The Hunter is one of the biggest producers of wine in Australia. Taste your way through the iconic and historic wineries with Audrey Wilkinson, Piggs Peake, Oakvale, Tulloch Wines, Brokenwood and more, all proving to be incredible venues. Of course, if you try the wines here, please do so responsibly and always have a designated driver.
Newcastle is a 40-minute drive from the east of Maitland. This surf city is a firm favourite for domestic and international tourists due to its relaxed atmosphere, beautiful coastline, and great dining options. Drive out from Maitland for a beautiful and relaxing day trip, or perhaps stay for a few days to truly discover what Newcastle is all about.
Port Stephens is just an hour north of Newcastle, another idyllic tourist spot. Climb up Mount Tomaree for an incredible viewpoint - the best time to head up here is during sunset for the best way to end the day.
Maitland is a fantastic place for a holiday. Stay and use the town as a base for wider New South Wales adventures, with epic locations just at its doorstep; it’s always a great time to plan a holiday here. And, with a rental car from Hertz Maitland Downtown, you can get from place to place easily - leaving you with more time to enjoy.
