Take on Queensland in your hire car
Different from the Australian states of New South Wales and Victoria, Queensland is a unique state that is well known for its outstanding natural beauty. Well-known sites such as the Great Barrier Reefs, Whitsundays Islands, Daintree Rainforest and exciting cities such as Brisbane and the Gold Coast - Queensland is a destination worth visiting.
Pick up your Queensland car rental from Brisbane Airport at Hertz Australia’s airport location. Then take your car hire down to Queensland’s clock tower at Brisbane City Hall to get a glimpse of the stunning city view. For early risers, drive your Queensland hire car to catch the sunrise over Brisbane’s Central Business District from Mount Cooth-tha. Australia is known for their fantastic beaches and Streets Beach is one of the main Brisbane attractions. Located in the middle of the city, this lagoon offers white sandy beaches easily accessible by your Queensland rental car. Can’t get enough of the city? Hop aboard the City Hopper at Brisbane river for an impressive sight of the cityscape.
Known as “The Gem of South East Queensland”, take a brief Queensland road trip to Moreton Island for a quick city getaway. Located just across the bay from Brisbane, the island offers untouched nature and a rejuvenating experience. Additionally, Boundary Street Markets at the West End of Brisbane is an artsy-spot that will leave you feeling inspired so do take a quick drive down in your Queensland rental car for music, markets and a multitude of cuisines.
A road trip in Queensland is a must for sightseeing. Drive from Townsville to Wallaman Falls to capture Australia’s tallest single drop waterfall. Alternatively, take your car rental to Queensland’s Eungella National Park for platypus viewing, hiking and scenic lookouts. If you’re travelling from Cairns or Cooktown, be sure to take on the Great Barrier Reef drive and stop by Cow Bay to observe how the rainforest meets the reef.
Surely on a wildlife lover’s bucket list is the Great Barrier Reefs. This staggering 2,300 kilometre reef system is a snorkelling heaven for diving enthusiasts. Alternatively, you can also visit the Whitsunday Islands and the Daintree Rainforest where adrenaline junkies can choose to skydive at the former and for hikers the latter. Adventure Way is also a Queensland road trip worth taking on; starting from Brisbane, head on towards the Queensland South Australian border and stop by the Bunya Mountains National Park for wallabies and bird watching.
If you’re looking for a more rugged Queensland road trip, take your car rental on Warrego Way to the Queensland Outback. This one-way Queensland road trip entails farm visits, wildflower sightings at Miles and a visit to ‘Cattle Country’; otherwise known as Roma.
The Great Green Way is also another drive that offers coastal scenery. Consistently rated top 10 in the world, this drive offers a visit to Magnetic Island which is home to the Bungalow Koala Village and provides many other exciting activities. Be sure to catch a Queensland sunset while horse riding on the beach or visit the vantage points for a gorgeous evening skyline.
Before your departure, drop off your hire car at any Queensland airport with a Hertz location. Take on Queensland on your next trip!
Uncover Sunshine Coast in your rental car
True to its name, Sunshine Coast is indeed sunny all-year round. Whether you are an adrenaline junkie, a nature-loving individual or a foodie looking for a beach-getaway, Sunshine Coast has something for you. Upon your arrival at Sunshine Coast Airport, pick up your car rental from the Hertz counter.
Stretching from Caloundra to the Great Sandy National Park, Queensland’s gorgeous Sunshine Coast is a rejuvenating place to be. Not as touristy as other spots in Australia, it is often a gem that is overlooked by other tourists. Apart from flying in from Sunshine Coast Airport, landing in Brisbane and driving to this sunny region is also an option travellers can consider.
Boasting pristine coastlines, these ribbons of white beaches are perfect for soaking in some sun. Drive your Sunshine Coast car hire to Kings Beach in Caloundra for safe swimming and surfing spots with patrollers. If you’re a novice at the waves, fret not! Enjoy the ocean in the safety of the beachfront salt water rock pool that is accessible to everyone. Kings Beach also hosts the annual Caloundra Music Festival so be sure to plan your visit accordingly.
Another pristine beach worth exploring via car hire when in Sunshine Coast is the Mooloolaba Spit at Parkyn Parade. It is a rejuvenating sanctuary perfect for swimming and fishing. Families travelling with children can consider visiting the SEA LIFE Mooloolaba; an aquarium that houses underwater creatures such as sting rays and sharks.
If you’re yearning for that adrenaline rush, take your car hire to Sunshine Coast’s Glass House Mountains and try abseiling down this peak. If you’re not so much of an adrenaline junkie, consider hiking up the peak of the Glass House Mountains to bask in the orange hues at sunrise. It’s no wonder why this peak is listed on the Queensland and National Heritage registers.
Why not embark on a road trip when you’re in Sunshine Coast? Hire a car and take Blackall Range Tourist Drive. As one of the most scenic drives in Australia, this car journey is approximately 55 kilometres long and leads to farms that grow all sorts of fresh produce such as avocados and macadamias. There is also a traditional cheese factory where freshly made cheese is ready to be savoured.
Opened by Steve and Terri Irwin, the Australia Zoo offers wildlife observation and entertainment for both children and adults. Get up close and personal with adorable koalas, wombats and cute kangaroos. From Aldabra tortoises to cheetahs and saltwater crocodiles, this zoo is teeming with fun and excitement so drive your Sunshine Coast car hire over and spend an eye-opening afternoon here.
Sunshine Coast is also home to one of Australia’s beloved theme parks—Aussie World. With a multitude of thrilling rides and attractions, you’ll likely spend a day here. Hungry after the adrenaline rush? Aussie World has numerous dining options that will sate your hunger.
At the end of your trip, simply drop off your car rental with Hertz at Sunshine Coast Airport before your departure. The balmy Sunshine Coast awaits you!
