Located in the north of Adelaide, Regency Park is only a 10-minute drive to the city centre. Regency Park is the perfect break from the hustle and bustle of the city: it’s a quiet industrial suburb with few tourist attractions and restaurants. However, its close proximity to both the Adelaide CBD and Adelaide Airport means it has the best of both worlds. You’ll still be able to enjoy all the highlights that come from the wonders of the South Australian capital with ease thanks to your Hertz rental car.
With museums, galleries, the zoo, heritage buildings, and the botanic gardens all calling Adelaide home, you’ll be spoiled for choice as you drive around the city. There are also plenty of opportunities for longer road trips, with the world-famous Barossa Valley just a 45-minute drive from Adelaide CBD.
Explore Adelaide in Your Rental Car
There are so many attractions in Adelaide that can be explored with your rental car. Most of these are free entry, meaning you can make the most of your budget and enjoy what this beautiful city has to offer without having to stress about the cost.
The South Australian Museum is a great spot to start your Adelaide adventure. You’ll be able to learn about world-class natural history, as well as important cultural collections, too. There are also over 3,000 Australian Aboriginal Artefacts, which are a must-see while visiting here. Following a visit to this five-story heritage sandstone building, why not head to the State Library, or spend an afternoon outside strolling through the Botanic Gardens?
Another highlight while staying in Regency Park is the Art Gallery of South Australia, which is just a 15-minute drive away. This is Adelaide’s main public art gallery and is home to 45,000 artworks that span over 2,000 years. There is a huge range of art available to see, from print, drawing, sculpture, clothing, and more. Plus, it regularly hosts travelling exhibitions, making it a must-do whenever you’re in Adelaide.
You may want to visit Regency Park during the summer months, so that you can fully experience what this festival city is all about. Enjoy the Adelaide Fringe Festival which is the world’s second-largest arts festival. With more than 600,000 attendees heading to the city to experience the local and international artists and performances, it’s definitely one not to miss.
Go on a Road Trip with Hertz
The Barossa Valley is one of the highlights of South Australia, and it’s just a 45-minute drive from Adelaide CBD.
South Australia is world-famous for its wine, having 18 wine regions in the state. In fact, it has been voted a wine capital of the world. One of the most famous regions is Barossa Valley, with over 80 different cellar doors, as well as 5-star restaurants, distilleries and breweries. Of course, you’ll likely want to spread out this adventure over a course of 2 or more days, so perhaps find the perfect hotel or homestay and plan out a great countryside break away from the city. It’s all possible, thanks to your rental car! While exploring all that Barossa Valley has to offer, make sure to have a designated driver and enjoy the wineries sensibly.
Regency Park is the perfect suburb to enjoy the best of both worlds while staying in South Australia. With the beautiful city of Adelaide just a 10-minute drive away and the Adelaide Airport around the corner too, you have easy access to numerous beautiful locations. Make the most of your trip to this gorgeous suburb with a rental car from Hertz. See the sights in the city before heading off to a countryside destination with your rental car. We’ll see you soon, at Hertz Regency Park Downtown.
