If your trip to Elmsford is all booked but your itinerary is looking a bit empty, we can give you a helping hand.Leave that rental car at the hotel and stretch those legs. Not far from this neighborhood’s center, Sportime USA is worth a visit. More adventure awaits at Westchester Skating Academy and Greenburgh Public Library, which are also close by.

Irvington and Tarrytown are well worth checking out during your stay. Irvington is 2 miles away, while Tarrytown is 2 miles.

Nothing screams vacation like hopping in the car and cruising to the seaside. Elmsford has some awesome beaches close by, so grab a book (and a kite if it’s windy) and set off to one of these great options:

• Orchard Beach (12 miles away).
• Pryibil Beach (16 miles away).
• Lake Welch Beach (19 miles away).

The open road is calling your name, and Elmsford is the perfect base to kick-start your driving adventure. Located 3 miles from the heart of the city, the first thing you’ll need to pick up is the key to one of our impressive rental vehicles. A full-size car will get you in and around White Plains in absolute comfort — or you might want to get off the beaten track and discover hidden gems with a rugged four-wheel drive. For city commuting, we’d recommend a mini car. They won’t be as spacious, but they’ll be wonderful at squeezing into those tiny parking lots.

There’s loads of choice when it comes to renting a car in Elmsford. From SUVs with space to spare to agile compacts, you’ll find it all here. Choosing your ride depends on how much you want to spend and what you intend to do. Some road trips are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas other adventures don’t need more than enough space for your luggage and buddies. What type of car will it be this time?

From speed limits to cell phone use, you should know the local traffic rules before cruising around Elmsford. Eager to learn? Read on!

You’ll have to keep right when driving in Elmsford. On top of that, take a little extra care if it’s your first time behind the wheel here. Once you have a feel for how the locals drive, relax and enjoy the scenery!

One of the best things about traveling to a smaller city like White Plains is less traffic — and you won’t find much of it in the neighborhood of Elmsford. That being said, you may still come across busier road conditions during the normal peak-hour times.

Grabbing a place to park in Elmsford can take time. That’s why many visitors choose a hotel that has its own parking. When leaving the car around the city, take careful note of the signage. Overstaying the maximum time limit could result in a substantial fine.

If you plan on driving around Elmsford, a neighborhood of White Plains, speed limits range from 20mph to 65mph. It’s worth noting that residential zones generally have a maximum speed limit of 45mph.

Generally, one of two things will happen. Your chosen car rental company may bill the fined amount to your credit card. This is the usual practice. Or it may forward your contact details to the relevant local authority so the fine is issued directly to you.

Although there are some exceptions, seat belts must be fastened when the vehicle is in motion in White Plains.

It is illegal to use your cell phone while cruising in your car around Elmsford, and you could even be hit with a fine for simply handling a phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. That said, the use of hands-free or Bluetooth functions is permitted, as long as your eyes remain on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit when driving in Elmsford is 0.08%. If a big night is on the cards, leave your car behind and organize some other way of getting home instead.

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