If your trip to Dunedin is all sorted out but your itinerary is a little on the empty side, we can give you a helping hand.Experience the best that this city has to offer by adding St. Paul’s Cathedral and First Church of Otago to your must-see list. If you have some extra time, have a look at Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and Speight’s Brewery too.Plan a stop at The Octagon. It’s one attraction you’ll find on most travelers’ to-do lists. Forsyth Barr Stadium and Dunedin Town Hall are also not far away and worth taking the time to see.

If you’re looking for things to see and do around Dunedin, you certainly aren’t going to be disappointed! Ranfurly, just 56 miles away, has some fantastic sights that’ll keep you occupied. Stop by Maniototo Park and John Thomson Monument to start discovering the story of the region. Then finish off your journey by visiting Maniototo Golf Course.

No matter what the weather forecast is, you’ll be able to visit some of the stunning beaches near Dunedin from the comfort and freedom of your rental car. As you cruise along, keep your eyes peeled for seagulls soaring over these beautiful stretches of coastline:

• St. Clair Beach (2 miles away).
• Tomahak Beach (3 miles away).
• Boulder Beach (6 miles away).

We’ve compiled all the tricks of the trade to help you save:

• Check out as many different bargain car rental deals as possible (we make that chore a breeze!)
• Keep your eyes on your inbox for our Price Drop Alert. We’ll keep you informed about all the amazing bargains cruising around your location
• Search both airport and non-airport office locations to ensure you’re scoring the cheapest deal around
• You can often save a few dollars if your plans are flexible. Play with different days and dates and see what savings you can score
• Try to keep the time of your pickup and drop-off the same. If you bring back your rental car at a later time than you picked it up, you might be charged an extra day
• If you’re hoping to save a few dollars, prepay for your rental and get some of the thriftiest rates around
• The early bird catches the biggest worm, and also the best deals! Book now to score some excellent savings.

Some people find driving in big cities a bit challenging. But in a small ride like a compact, those bustling Dunedin streets will be a snap. Prefer to spend your days exploring the surrounding snowfields? Have a look at our awesome range of mid-size and full-size SUVs. With loads of space and oomph under the hood, these larger cars will make those scenic drives even more unforgettable. Ticking off all the sights and activities that Dunedin is known for has never been easier with your own wheels.

Sometimes it’s all about the journey, which makes finding the right car important. If you’re planning an amazing road trip around Dunedin, a spacious SUV could be the answer. If you want the best possible deal and plan on sticking mostly to the city, a budget compact is hard to beat. All you have to do is choose what will suit you best, load up the car, and hit the wide, open road.

Adventure awaits around every corner in Dunedin. And with your own set of wheels, you’ll find it more easily. Make your trip to this city a safe and enjoyable one with these helpful pointers:

In Dunedin, you’ll be driving on the left-hand side of the road. This means the driver’s seat is on the right-hand side. If you’ve rented a ride with a manual transmission, you’ll need to get used to changing gears with your left hand.

Getting a parking spot in Dunedin is a cinch. There’s no need to keep driving around the block in heavy traffic here — and that’s what the locals love about it. There’s loads of on and off-street parking to take your pick of.

As with most destinations, you can expect more traffic in the hours before and after work. However, with a population of approximately 114,300, traffic congestion isn’t much of an issue in Dunedin.

While motoring around the streets of Dunedin, keep in mind that the speed limits usually range from 50km/h to 100km/h. Residential zones are 40km/h unless posted otherwise.

Generally, one of two things will happen. Your car rental company may charge the amount of the fine to your credit card. This is the usual approach. On the other hand, it may pass on your contact details to the relevant local authority so the fine is sent to you directly.

As long as you have hands-free functions like Bluetooth enabled, you can lawfully use your phone while driving a car in Dunedin. But make sure you keep focused on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit when operating a vehicle in Dunedin is 0.05%. If you’re planning on partying, leave your rental wheels behind and organize a different way of getting home instead.

No, so don’t risk a fine by doing it. In Dunedin, red means stop, with no exceptions. When nearing traffic lights, always drive at a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.

Seat belts must be worn in Otago. However, these rules may vary for certain vehicles, such as those used by public transportation networks.