Footscray is the multicultural hub of Melbourne’s alluring Western suburbs, blending art, culture, and cuisine to create a true melting pot of flavours. Bask in the beauty of West Melbourne’s culturally diverse community with a coffee culture that rivals some of the best in the city. Home to the Western Bulldogs AFL team and the ever-popular Footscray Markets, West Melbourne stands tall as one of Melbourne’s most popular inner-city suburbs.
Footscray presents the perfect base for exploring greater Melbourne and beyond, with a plethora of mesmerising attractions off the beaten path. From grandiose mountains to cascading waterfalls, world-class wineries in the Yarra Valley or the enchanting alpine town of Bright. Hit cruise control and set off, uncovering everything Footscray and greater Victoria have to offer in your Hertz rental car.
See the Sights in and Around Footscray in your rental car
Celebrated for its laid-back vibes and eclectic culinary scene, West Melbourne presents a different beast to Australia’s cliché coastal offerings. Regarded as Australia’s cultural capital, Melbourne prefers to do things a little differently boasting a seemingly endless supply of cultural institutions. See the sights in and around Footscray, which is only a 15-minute drive from downtown Melbourne.
Hit the road in your rental car to West Melbourne’s premier cultural attraction – Heavenly Queen Temple. An ornate sanctuary dedicated to Mazu the Chinese Goddess of the Sea is a celebration of Chinese culture and a place of worship for prying locals. You will be in awe at the intricacy of the temple’s artistic inner workings and the striking 15-metre-tall statue of Mazu gazing out over the picturesque Maribyrnong River. The area is also home to the Footscray Community Arts Centre, Bulldogs Museum and the Korean War Memorial with the latter offering breathtaking views of Melbourne City.
The evolution of Melbourne’s coffee culture has taken the city by storm with a stampede of locals lining up in droves for their morning coffee ritual. Salivate over a mouth-watering bacon & egg roll and gourmet coffee at Small Graces or pop by the revitalised Rudimentary with their elegantly reconstructed setting and heart-warming coffee. Closer to the city you cannot go past – Patricia Coffee Brewers on Little Bourke Street, Little Rogue, Brother Baba Budan or the Seven Seeds Coffee Roasters.
West Melbourne’s palette for contemporary dining is equally as impressive, boasting one of the country's most culturally diverse culinary scenes. Try out Dong Ba and their signature bun bo hue Vietnamese, the succulent beef brisket from Up In Smoke, an authentic Ethiopian dining experience at Konjo Ethiopian Restaurant & Craft, or local heartthrob the Footscray Markets.
Explore Greater Victoria and Beyond in your rental car
Cruise off into the sunset on the adventure of a lifetime uncovering some of Victoria’s most famous landmarks and best-kept secrets. West Melbourne doubles as the perfect base for seeing the sights, free from the hustle and bustle of inner-city living.
Explore the dazzling city skyline and downtown Melbourne on a scenic urban drive around town. Relax at the kaleidoscope of colour from the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria or catch an AFL game at the world-famous Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Lust in admiration at the opulence of Melbourne’s National Gallery of Victoria or cruise on over to Melbourne Zoo – only a mere 5 minutes from the city centre. The list continues, with a visit to the calloused gallows at Melbourne Gaol, Healesville Sanctuary, Melbourne Skydeck, Federation Square, and the Queen Victoria Markets.
Break free from Melbourne’s urban jungle and experience the breathtaking coastal vistas of Australia’s Southern Tip at Wilson Promontory National Park, or wine and dine your way through the countryside at Victoria’s iconic Yarra Valley Region. Visit Bells Beach and the Twelve Apostles on Victoria’s ultimate road adventure along the Great Ocean Road or transcend into foodie heaven while chasing waterfalls at the Gastronomic Grampians.
Ascend into the clouds at Victoria’s stunning Alpine Region with a visit to the snow-capped mountains of Mount Hotham or Victoria’s tallest peak – Mount Bogong in the Alpine National Park. Explore the dramatic scenery of the Australian Alps at Mount Buffalo National Park or bathe in the tranquil waters at Ladies Bath Falls. Visit charming country towns such as Bright and Myrtleford or descend further south to the Gippsland Region – Victoria’s undeniable festival of nature.
Conquer Victoria’s endless supply of awe-inspiring attractions in your Hertz rental car starting today in West Melbourne’s Footscray.
