Welcome to Melbourne!
Considered by many as Australia’s city, Melbourne has a lot to give in terms of culture and great vibes. Whether you’re here for one of the many events that happen here, or for the delicious food, drinks, coffee, and so much more, you’re bound to have a blast from the moment you hire your Hertz rental car from Melbourne Downtown.
We know that from the moment you pick up your hire car from our Flinders Street location, you’ll want to explore every part of this incredible city. Well, it’s all possible in your Hertz rental car! Be prepared to embrace the true beauty and diversity of this city. Each suburb has its own distinct vibe, so whatever it is you’re looking for, you’ll find it here.
You’ll find the creative suburbs that Melbourne is internationally renowned for on the streets of Northcote, Fitzroy, or Collingwood. Covered in street art, these suburbs host the best bars and the loudest music scene you’ll find in Australia. For those that want to enjoy the delights of shopping, cafe-crawling, and eating their way through a holiday, head to Yarra and Prahan, or Chapel Street. Then, for a bit of fun in the afternoon, head to the beachside playground of St Kilda, where you’ll be welcomed by the sounds of delighted screams from Luna Park, the much-loved theme park that sits atop the beach. That’s not the only beach you’ll find in Melbourne, as many head to Brighton for a spot by the seaside - make sure to snap a picture here by the bathing boxes.
Of course, if it’s a city break you want, then the city centre will give you a great time, too. Here, you’ll find incredible cuisine, beautiful bars, and plenty of culture too. You won’t have to leave the CBD to discover places like The National Gallery of Victoria, Queen Victoria Market, and Royal Botanic Gardens to just name a few!
Taste Your Way Through the Streets of Melbourne
As far as food, Melbourne is as good as it gets. To entertain your taste buds, make sure to research ahead of time to find one of the plentiful restaurants that call this city their home.
Some of the best ones include Trippy Taco, which delights crowds in both Fitzroy and St Kilda with their Mexican street food, Mukka, which crafts a variety of authentic Indian curry pots and street eats to please the residents of Fitzroy, and Shujinko, a classic Japanese restaurant in the CBD.
Of course, no trip to Melbourne is complete without a stop by a laneway or two! These alleyways are easy to stop by for a burst of art inspiration or to grab a bite to eat while admiring the urban decoration. Hosier Lane is arguably Melbourne’s most iconic laneway, draped with prominent local and international artists. Make sure to grab a picture as you check out the artwork, as it is changing constantly and never seems to be quite the same. Close by, AC/DC Lane has ever-changing murals, which continue to delight music fans years on from its inception. Finally, Hardware Lane is the ideal passage for dabbling in different cuisines, live music, and rooftop bars.
A City Break with Hertz
Sometimes a break from the city means picking up your Hertz rental car from Melbourne Downtown and driving off to discover new and exciting places. Of course, just a two-hour drive from Melbourne city centre is the iconic Great Ocean Road. A regular feature on road trip lists, the Great Ocean Road is a rite of passage for many visitors to Australia. Make sure to check out iconic spots like the Twelve Apostles, London Bridge, the Grotto and so much more.
Your trip to Melbourne Downtown will be so much fun from the moment you arrive. Make the most of your trip and plan ahead: you don’t quite know what awaits you with a trip to this exciting city!
