Car Rental Melbourne Central Business District

Melbourne Central Business District has plenty to keep you on the move, but don't limit yourself to just the one place. Organize a set of wheels and take to the road to explore the surrounding area. These are some great options:

• Ballarat is roughly 65 miles from Melbourne Central Business District. Popular tourist spots like Sovereign Hill deserve to be at the top of your list while you're in town.
• Roughly 80 miles away, Bendigo is also a hit with travelers. Make sure you take in Bendigo Art Gallery while you're here. It's one of the reasons people love staying a while in this colorful city.
• Mount Hotham is about 130 miles from Melbourne Central Business District and is one of the region's most beautiful nature spots. Stretch your legs and enjoy the fresh air.

If you don't have a driver's license issued in Australia, then you'll likely need to acquire an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country to be allowed to rent a car. It's also important to note that if you do need an IDP, it won't be valid on its own. You'll need to show your current driver's license your passport and other forms of documentation as well. Lastly, make sure the credit card you used to book the rental matches the name on your driver's license and passport. Some other requirements to rent a car internationally are:

• Age restrictions: You'll need to be at least 25 in most countries to rent a car. If you're younger than that, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of cars you can rent.
• Driving limitations: Be sure to read the rules and regulations before sliding behind the wheel. You typically can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or off road with your rental car.