Car Hire Bendigo
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A gold-rush town where rich history meets a bright future
A mere two hours drive from Melbourne, this Victorian gold-rush town turned thriving city is afirmfavourite with visitors to Victoria: an abundance of well-preserved heritage architecture, historical attractions, and an exciting modern cultural scene means that there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Fill up on a tasty treat at a local café such so that you’re ready to enjoy everything that the city has to offer. Bendigo is a treat for history buffs, with many buildings listed on the Victorian Heritage Register, as well as the Bendigo Tramways Museums, the Golden Dragon Museum (celebrating Bendigo’s Chinese population), and the Discovery of Gold Monument. There’s also a very hands-on taste of history at the award-winning Central Deborah Goldmine, a subterranean adventure into a genuine historical mine shaft, featuring its own gold-panning experience. And for a taste of what the future has to offer, the Discovery Science and Technology Centre is well worth a visit.
Nature lovers will enjoy a lakeside stroll in the Bendigo Botanic Gardens, or exploring the Greater Bendigo National Park; art lovers shouldn’t miss the Bendigo Art Gallery for a wonderful collection of works from Bendigo and beyond.
With so many attractions to enjoy, visitors to Bendigo are bound to have plenty to fill their days, but a relaxing walk through the central city shouldn’t be missed either. Think of Bendigo as Melbourne’s smaller, quieter relative: a regional city with warm hospitality, sharing Melbourne’s famed passion for great coffee and music, but with a character that’s very much its own. More than a popular getaway from the hustle and bustle of the state capital, Bendigo has plenty of charm to keep you coming back for more.
Pickup Locations Bendigo
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Bendigo Epsom
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0700-1700 Sat-Sun 0800-1200
Address: 42-46 Midland Hwy
Phone: 03-54485293
Our Collections
With a wide range of travellers passing through our locations every day, we've got a wide range of vehicles on offer to suit your needs - from smart executive saloons to compact family hatchbacks. ***
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Enjoy yourselfSay hello to our playful Adrenaline Collection. Cars to put a smile on your face. -
Look sharpFor unrivalled luxury, choose the Prestige Collection and enjoy 20% off the base rate*. -
Drive your dreamWelcome to a rental experience like no other.
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A Quick Guide to Bendigo
A modern country town with a historical past, Bendigo has much to offer the adventurous traveller, with plenty to see and do. Bendigo’s gold rush boom sees it being the seventh biggest gold producing region in the world even now, a hundred years after the gold rush occurred, and you’ll soon discover there’s gold to be found here still for those who seek it – both literal and figurative.
Experience Chinese Heritage
Bendigo’s proud Chinese heritage is on display at the Golden Dragon Museum and Gardens. There’s a chamber full of classic Dragons that have delighted audiences for decades that is a truly impressive sight. They have the oldest dragon in the world on display here – Old Loong, along with a one hundred meter long dragon that must be seen to be believed. The museum is full of other memorabilia as well, including a jade dragon chariot and a dragon throne. The surrounding imperial gardens and temple are worth exploring as well, with the beauty of the architecture only matched by the blissful serenity the beautiful grounds offer.
Rosalind Park Climb
A redevelopment of one of the major mining camp sights, Rosalind Park is now the very picture of landscaping perfection, with beautifully manicured lawns and a photogenic conservatory to explore. If you feel like a challenge you can try racing up the poppet head lookout – in bygone days they used to wave a flag from the top of the tower to signal that the mail had arrived in town, but now it’s most notable for the beautiful heritage mosaic designed to be viewed from above that depicts Bendigo’s rich cultural history – both Aboriginal and European.
Historical Cinema
The Star Cinema in Bendigo is a remnant of a bygone era, with comfy couches to lounge in and an array of art house and classic films on offer. They also specialise in local wine, beers and ciders along with tasty snacks so you can catch an unforgettable film and really relax. A truly unique cinematic experience and one you shouldn’t miss while in Bendigo.
Lockup Theatre
The historic Sandhurst Prison locked up wrongdoers from the 1860’s, but its days as a penal institution are behind it, as its has been converted into a vibrant and modern performing arts centre. The theatre hosts an array of local and imported acts across a variety of genres and is a great place to catch a show. For a behind the scenes glimpse of operations, book yourself in to a Manager’s Tour, where you can see where all the magic happens backstage and get a fantastic overview of this fascinating development and the significant contribution it is now making to the local arts community.
Relax by the Lake
The eighteen hectares of Lake Weeroona is a sight sure to please even the most discerning nature lover. There’s the ornamental lake to walk around and an extensive playground for the kids to explore. Add beautiful landscaping, shady trees and a well-appointed café and you have all the makings of a lovely afternoon.
