If your trip to Boring is all organized but your itinerary is looking a bit empty, let us give you a few hints and tips.Keep yourself occupied by exploring Gresham Golf Course and Mt Hood Community College Planetarium. One more sight to look into is Sandy Actors Theatre.

You don’t need to limit your exploring to just Boring. Portland is 16 miles away and features a nice range of close-by things to see and do, such as Oregon Zoo. Want another good reason to head there? Portland Japanese Garden is also within close reach.

Networking and socializing with new people can be draining. So if you’re visiting Boring for a work trip, you’ll be thrilled to hear that there are some terrific places to rest and relax near these top convention centers:

• Oregon Convention Center (16 miles away).
• North Star Ballroom (19 miles away).

Here are our suggestions on how to get behind the wheel of a rental car with some extra cash in your wallet:

• A car can take you anyplace — so can we. Compare the hottest deals from all the top rental companies in a couple of clicks.
• Make sure you check your inbox for our awesome Price Drop Alert. We’ll keep you informed about all the amazing bargains cruising around your next vacation destination
• Research is the key to getting your hands on the cheapest rentals deals in town, so be sure to check out both airport and non-airport pickup and drop-off outlets before you shell out for your ride
• If you’re not bothered about which day of the week you get the keys to your car and your travel plans are flexible, experiment with days and dates to find the hottest deal
• So you don’t end up paying a late fee or an extra day, try to keep your pickup and drop-off times the same
• Some rental outlets offer discounts if you pay as soon as you book, so keep a lookout for these kinds of deals
• It’s best to make a reservation as soon as your vacation dates are confirmed. The early bird catches the worm!

Whether you’re hitting the road solo or with the whole gang, we can help find your perfect ride in Boring. If you’d rather something small, why not pick up the keys to a mini? These nifty cars are fun to drive and cheap to run. Excited to explore the surrounding areas? An SUV might just be the ticket. If you want to pull out all the stops on your getaway, turn some heads with a premium car.

Sometimes the journey is more significant than the destination, which makes your car choice important. If you’re planning an epic road trip around Boring, a roomy SUV could be the perfect solution. If you’re looking for the best possible price and plan to stick to city driving, a budget compact is a clever pick. All you need to do is work out what’s the best fit, round up the troops, and hit the road.

When driving in unfamiliar territory, you’ll want to have a clear understanding of the local traffic rules. Here’s what you’ll need to know to get behind the wheel in Boring with confidence:

In Boring, you’ll have to stick to the right-hand side. When exploring someplace new, it’s always a good idea to rent a vehicle with automatic transmission. That way, you can concentrate on the road and save worrying about gear changes.

Locating a car space in Boring isn’t too hard. Of course, it can depend on where you are and when — you may find it tricky parking in the very center during peak periods.

While navigating through the streets of Boring, keep in mind that the speed limits typically range from 20mph to 70mph. Residential zones are 25mph unless signed otherwise.

In most cases, your chosen car rental company will charge the amount fined to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact details to the relevant local agency so they can send a fine directly to you.

It is illegal to use your cell phone while driving a car in Boring, and you may even be fined for simply holding a phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. That said, using hands-free or Bluetooth functions is permitted, as long as your attention stays on the road.

In Boring, it’s illegal to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.08%. If you’re planning to have a few drinks with dinner, it’d be wise to leave the car behind.

Yes. But before doing so, you are required to completely stop the vehicle and only move on if there’s no traffic approaching.

Subject to a small number of exceptions, seat belts must be worn in Clackamas County.