If your trip to Ipswich is all locked in but your travel itinerary is a little on the empty side, we can give you a helping hand.Not too far from the city center, Ipswich Regent Theatre is one sight you might like to put on your must-see list. If you still have some room on that itinerary, Chantry Park and Portman Road will keep you entertained as well.

If you’re looking for a day-trip destination, we can help out. Situated 16 miles away, Colchester is worth jumping in the car for. Among the first stops you make here should be Colchester Castle Park, Colchester Town Hall and Colchester Golf Club. Clacton-on-Sea is another wonderful option. It’s 19 miles away and has a range of awesome things to do. Clacton Pier, Clacton-on-Sea Beach and Walton Pier are only the start.

Going to Ipswich for business-related purposes? After a taxing day of networking and making new connections, you might find your stomach yelling out for food. Thankfully, these convention centers offer an easy commute to some excellent cafés and restaurants:

• Wherstead Park (2 miles away).
• Trinity Park Conference and Events Centre (3 miles away).

Having your own wheels in Ipswich will give you the freedom to go wherever you want at your own pace. Maybe you want to leave the big city behind, explore country lanes, and see where the wind takes you. If that’s the case, pick up the keys to one of our full-size or mid-size SUVs and check out the rocky coastlines in the surrounding area. If you just want to experience the bright city lights, jump behind the wheel of something small. Zooming around those busy streets will be a lot easier in a compact or economy car.

For some of us, owning a luxury vehicle is a little (or a lot!) out of reach. But renting your dream ride is absolutely within your grasp! Picture yourself cruising the open roads in a classy convertible, even if it’s just for a short while. Or perhaps all you need is a trusty set of wheels to get you safely from point A to point B. Extravagant or economical? Either way, there’s a rental car to suit you in Ipswich.

The left-hand side of the road is where you’ll be clocking up the miles in Ipswich. Be aware that the controls of your rental car here, such as the steering wheel and gearshift, will be on the opposite side of what you’re used to.

Scoring a parking space in Ipswich won’t be too challenging. Of course, it can depend on where you are and when — it could be a bit tricky parking right in the center during busier periods.

One of the advantages of motoring around a smaller city is lighter traffic, so you don’t have to worry a whole lot about peak-hour gridlock. With a population of approximately 178,800, you can expect a smooth Ipswich driving experience.

While driving through the streets of Ipswich, keep in mind that the speed limits generally range from 30mph to 70mph. Most residential zones are 30mph unless stated otherwise.

Usually, your chosen rental company will bill the amount fined to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may share your contact details with the relevant local authority so they can send a fine to you directly.

As in many places, normal cell phone usage is not permitted while behind the wheel in Ipswich. However, there is an exception for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just be sure to maintain focus on the road.

While behind the wheel in Ipswich, it’s an offence to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.08%. Planning to have a couple of glasses of wine with lunch or dinner? Consider using a ride-sharing service or booking a taxi.

No, it’s not. In Ipswich, red means stop, with no exceptions. When approaching traffic lights, always maintain a safe speed so you can easily stop when you need to.

You bet. Although, there may be exceptions for certain vehicles operated by public transportation systems.