With some terrific road trip options available in the surrounding area, having your own car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to soak up all that Bicheno, 40 miles away, has to offer. Bicheno Penguin Tours should be high up on your list here. Bicheno Blowhole and East Coast Natureworld are also not to be missed. Swansea is another terrific option. It’s 60 miles away and home to an array of fascinating things to do. Bark Mill Museum, Spiky Bridge and Heritage Centre are only the start.