If your trip to Brownsville is all sorted out but your travel itinerary is a little on the empty side, we can give you a helping hand.Not far from the heart of the city, Gladys Porter Zoo is one spot to consider putting on your to-do list. Historic Brownsville Museum and Gem are also nearby and worth a detour.

Clock up a few more miles on that rental car and head 50 miles to McAllen. International Museum of Art and Science is just one of the cool attractions to put on your itinerary. Searching for another good reason to make your way there? McAllen Botanical Gardens is also within close reach.

Having your own wheels in Brownsville will give you more freedom to go wherever you want at your leisure. Maybe you’re eager to skip town, explore country lanes, and see where the wind takes you. If that’s the case, grab one of our full-size or mid-size SUVs and check out the sandy shores in the area. If you’d rather experience city life, something small will be a better fit. Dashing around busy streets will be a lot less stressful with a mini or compact car.

Sometimes the journey is more significant than the destination, which makes your car choice particularly important. If you’re about to head off on an amazing road trip around Brownsville, a roomy SUV could be the answer. If you’re hoping for the cheapest price possible and plan on doing a lot of city driving, a versatile compact is a smart pick. All you have to do is work out what’s going to be the best fit, throw your bags in the back seat, and clock up those miles.

You’ll find loads of places to park your ride in Brownsville. Even in the middle of the action, there’s usually a space right where you need it.

As with many destinations, the roads are usually busier in the rush hours before and after work. However, with a population of about 183,900, traffic gridlock isn’t a major problem in Brownsville.

One of two things will happen. Your chosen rental car company may bill the fined amount to your credit card. This is the usual practice. On the other hand, it may pass on your contact information to local authorities so the fine is sent to you directly.

If you have Bluetooth or similar functions enabled, you can use your cell phone while driving around Brownsville. Just make sure you keep concentrating on the road.

In Brownsville, it is an offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) greater than 0.08%. If you’re in the mood for a few drinks, it’s a good idea to leave your car behind.

Yes, you may turn on a red light in Brownsville. But first you are required to completely stop the car. Move on only when the lane you are turning into is clear of approaching traffic.

Yes. However, there are exceptions for certain vehicles used by public transportation systems.