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Canberra Car Hire - Budget Australia

As Australia's largest inland city and capital, Canberra is popular with people around the world. Its location makes it an ideal stop when you're travelling between Sydney and Melbourne. With a population of just under 400,000 people, it's a thriving hub of activity with plenty to see and do. If you're visiting Canberra soon, you need to start considering your transport options. At Budget Australia, we provide a Canberra car hire service.

How to reach our Canberra car hire office with public transport

You can find our Canberra car hire offices at 51 to 53 Mort Street. If you plan on using public transport to reach us, try one of the following options:

Buses

  • 300 from Urban Bean Espresso Bar, Phillip, and Palace Electric Cinema
  • 40 from Macquarie and Coles in Macquarie
  • 343 from Macquarie and Coles in Macquarie
  • 313 from the University of Canberra and Bruce

Family-friendly accommodation in Canberra

With a litany of free attractions and astonishing sites that'll delight people of all ages, Canberra is well worth visiting with your family. If you're visiting the city sometime soon, you may want to try one of the following family-friendly accommodations:

The Sebel Canberra Civic

Located just 500 metres from Canberra's centre, the Sebel Canberra Civic is ideal for families who love to explore. Each room comes with plenty of space, a flatscreen TV, and a seating area, which makes them ideal for relaxing in. The decor is modern and upbeat, so you can enjoy a family stay with a luxurious edge. You can reach The Sebel Canberra Civic with a 1.2km drive from our Canberra car hire offices.

Alivio Tourist Park Canberra

With a children's playground, plenty of open spaces, and expansive villas, Alivio Tourist Park Canberra will leave you feeling as though you're no longer in a city. Each villa features all the cooking facilities and home amenities you need for a comfortable stay away from home. There's also a pool and spa on-site, so both children and adults will have the chance to relax. Alivio Tourist Park Canberra is a 4.4km drive away from our offices.

Pacific Suites Canberra

When you want all the perks of a city break, but you need a home away from home, try the Pacific Suites Canberra. Each air-conditioned apartment comes with a spacious living area and full cooking facilities. They're also located in one of Canberra's trendiest districts, which will keep older children happy. Pacific Suites Canberra are just 600 metres from our Canberra car hire offices.

Things to do in Canberra with young kids

As one of Australia's largest cities, Canberra is full of fun things to do with young kids. If you're looking for a little inspiration, try one of the following activities:

Questacon

If your kids are budding scientists, take them to Questacon. With an ever-changing selection of experiments and games, it's the perfect place for broadening your scientific knowledge while having fun. Most of the displays are highly interactive, which means you can easily waste hours there.

Australian War Memorial

The Australian War Memorial acts as a nod to those who have defended Australia in major wars. Unlike a lot of war memorials, it features interactive activities that kids can get involved in. For example, your kids will have the chance to dress up as soldiers while they learn more about major world wars.

Australian Institute of Sport

If you've always wanted to introduce your kids to a broader range of sports, a visit to the Australian Institute of Sport is well worth your time. While there, you can try wheelchair basketball, rock climbing, and more. It's also a place where you can learn more about Australia's sporting history, including its most famous stars and athletes who have won medals in the Olympics.

What is Canberra's weather like?

Although Canberra is primarily a dry city throughout the year, it does have four distinctive seasons. Between September and November, you'll enjoy mild, spring-like temperatures. Between December and February, you'll benefit from hot temperatures, with

January acting as the hottest month. The highest temperatures in January average at around 27 degrees Celsius. Canberra's winter falls between June and August. At night, temperatures can drop as low as 0 degrees Celsius, and you may see some snow on the nearby Australian alps.

Nearby locations for a refuel

When you rent a car in Canberra, you'll need to return it to us with a full tank of fuel. Some of the most convenient locations for a refuel are:

  • Coles Express at 54 Mort Street
  • Shell at 54 Mort Street
  • 7-Eleven at the Corner of Mort Street and Cooyong Street
  • BP at 2 Lonsdale Street
  • Caltex at 36 Lonsdale Street

Distances to nearby attractions

Hiring a car in Canberra means you're free to see more of the city's nearby attractions. If you're looking for some ideas, here are some distances to the most popular ones:

  • Parliament House 4.1km
  • Lake Burley Griffin 4.3km
  • Australian National Botanic Gardens 2.7km
  • National Arboretum Australia 7.6km
  • Mount Ainslie 6.7km

FAQs

What is Canberra most famous for?

Canberra is known throughout Australia for being clean, safe, and friendly. As a relatively young capital city, it's only 100 years old and was purposefully located between Melbourne and Sydney for ease of access. Many people also know it for being Australia's political hub, as it's where Parliament House is.

When should I visit Canberra?

Many people prefer to visit Canberra during the city's spring, which is between September and November. During this time, the temperatures aren't too hot, which means you'll feel comfier exploring the city. If you're keen to grab some sunshine, try visiting in January, which is when temperatures are at their hottest.

What can you do for free in Canberra?

Try visiting the Australian War Memorial. In addition to its interactive displays, it's an ideal place to learn more about how Australia was formed and the role it's played on the world stage. The National Museum of Australia also features plenty of free exhibitions, as well as some touring features. If you'd like to spend time outdoors, you can visit the National Botanic Gardens for free and submerge yourself amongst thousands of species of plants.