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Sydney is perhaps the most popular city in Australia that is why some visitors assume it is the capital. However, it is not! That honour goes to Canberra. The capital of New South Wales is often called "the Harbour City". It was the site of the first British colony in Australia and to this day boasts a proud heritage as well as a modern cityscape. As a major destination for immigrants to Australia, Sydney is one of the most multicultural cities in the world.
Sydney is a great place to visit year-round so it will really depend on what your purpose is for going on a holiday. If you want to escape the crowd, travel during spring and autumn seasons. If you want to enjoy the outdoors and fun festivals, visit during winter and summer seasons.
Having a rental car at your disposal gives you the freedom to tackle not only Sydney but the entire state. Day trip options include a drive out to The Blue Mountains, Jervis Bay or even to the nation's capital Canberra which is only 285 km away. If you are driving within the city, avoid congested areas like Parramatta Road and CBD or travelling during peak hour times 6 am to 10 am.
The most popular vehicle class in Sydney is a Kia Rio or similar based on recent bookings by customers.
Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty have rental car desks in Sydney Airport.
The minimum age to rent a car in Sydney is 21, but drivers age 21 to 24 may need to pay a young driver surcharge.
Rental cars are usually cheaper when rented for a week instead of just one day. Based on a recent search, a one-day rental in Sydney costs A$35 whereas a one-week rental costs A$170 (A$28 per day).
Use a car rental comparison site like CarHire.com.au to see all available rental cars and sort the list by price. Do a price check weekly to see if prices have dropped and just modify your booking if you find a more affordable rental car.
The Harbour, the Bridge and the Opera House are often the first choices of places to visit in Sydney. But there is so much more to this vibrant city! Check out the outdoor 'rock pools' dotted around the Northern Beach suburbs, dine at Cockle Bay Wharf in Darling Harbour, or search the historic lanes in the Rocks District. A hire car will give you the ability to travel where you want, at a time that suits you. Cheap car hire from CarHire.com.au equals total convenience!
If proof is what you're after then here it is: Sydney is frequently ranked in the top ten of the highly respected Mercer Quality of Living Survey and the Economist's 'World's Most Liveable Cities' survey. More importantly, there are plenty of famous sights, plenty of sun and plenty of fine wines to be bought at places like Mosman Cellars.
Just to get you started Carhire.com.au have compiled some ideas for your trip. It's always good, to begin with, the obvious so be certain to check out the Opera House (pretty hard to miss this one), Sydney Harbour Bridge. You could also consider planning your visit around fantastic events like Mardi Gras, New Year's Eve, Fashion Week or State of Origin rugby league games. Other top stops include Bondi Beach, Luna Park, Kings Cross, China Town, The Rocks, Darling Harbour, Taronga Park Zoo, Fox Studios, Sydney Tower and the Royal Randwick.
Take the Ferry to Manly
Sleep with the animals at Taronga Zoo
Taronga Zoo can be reached by ferry or road. It's a fun destination at any time, but for something extra special try the 'Roar and Snore' overnight accommodation package. This includes a gourmet buffet dinner followed by a two-hour nighttime zoo safari and then an overnight stay in a safari-style tent. The morning provides a continental breakfast and behind the scenes tours before the zoo opens.
Drive to the Blue Mountains
With the freedom of a hire car, there are many fabulous regions of New South Wales that you can discover from Sydney. Many are an easy day trip away in your rental vehicle, such as the Blue Mountains and Katoomba. It's inland from Sydney itself, and Katoomba is the prime destination around the Blue Mountains National Park, just a 90-minute drive from the city. True to their name, you'll see that the distant mountains do indeed seem to be shrouded in a blue haze.
Imbibe in the Hunter Valley
Gourmets will love Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. The Hunter Region is famous for its wines and is a 90-minute drive north of Sydney. If you're up for a longer trip, Canberra, the capital of Australia, is also within driving distance, just three hours away.
Sutherland Shire
Sutherland Shire is a great destination if you've rented a car. 'The Shire' as it's known is just 25 kilometres south of the CBD and only 20 minutes from Sydney Airport. It delivers on every promise you've heard about Sydney: rich bushland, glorious beaches and beautiful waterways. There are plenty of experiences to be had and many of them - such as the Bundeena & Maianbar Art Trail every 1st Sunday of the month or a guided tour of ANSTO, Australia's only nuclear facility - are absolutely free of charge.