Rental cars in Double Bay from $43

If your trip to Double Bay is all organized but your itinerary is looking a bit empty, let us give you a helping hand.Leave that rental car back at the hotel and start using those feet. Not far from the center of this neighborhood, Westfield Bondi Junction Shopping Centre is worth a look. More adventure awaits at Redleaf Beach and Paddington Markets, which are also close at hand.

If you’re after some fascinating places that are nearby, venture 1 mile from Double Bay to Sydney, NSW (RSE-Rose Bay Seaplane Base). Whether you visit for the day or just a couple of hours, there’s plenty to keep you occupied.

Nothing says vacation like loading up the car with supplies and heading to the coast. Double Bay has some incredible beaches nearby, so bring along a book (and a kite if it’s windy) and set off to one of these well-known options:

• Milk Beach (2 miles away).
• Bondi Beach (2 miles away).
• Tamarama Beach (2 miles away).

If you’re attending a business conference in Double Bay, you may want to follow up with your new connections over some food and coffee. Luckily, these convention centers offer some awesome cafés and restaurants nearby:

• International Convention Centre Sydney (3 miles away).
• Castle Hill Community Centre (17 miles away).

Double Bay is a terrific place to base yourself to explore Sydney and its nearby areas. Situated just 2 miles from downtown, you’ll probably be doing a mix of city and open-road driving. Think about your travel plans. Will you be staying around town or are you looking for adventure in the great outdoors? If it’s both, go for a standard-sized car for the best of both worlds — comfort and practicality.

First of all, there’s a huge range of both luxury and economy rental vehicles available in Double Bay. What you end up going with depends on how much you’re willing to spend and what you plan to do. Specialty vehicles often spare no expense when it comes to mod cons and comfort. If you’re splashing out, why not pick a fully kitted-out SUV, or perhaps a stylish medium-sized sedan? On the other hand, if you’re just after a set of wheels to get you from A to B at the cheapest price possible, you’re better off choosing an economy compact vehicle (or something else that won’t burn a hole in your pocket).

In Double Bay, motorists stick to the left side of the road. That means the driver’s seat is on the right side. If you’ve opted for a manual transmission vehicle, you’ll be changing gears with your left hand.

Big cities mean heavy traffic, and Sydney and its neighborhoods like Double Bay are no different. Prepare to encounter peak-hour traffic in the downtown area and on major roads.

You shouldn’t run into trouble finding a parking space in Double Bay. With plenty of places to leave your rental car, exploring this destination is easy.

The speed limits in Double Bay are like the rest of Sydney, ranging from 40km/h to 100km/h. To ensure the safety of both drivers and pedestrians, a default speed limit of 50km/h applies to most residential areas.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your chosen rental car company may charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the usual approach. Or it may pass on your contact details to local authorities so the fine is issued to you directly.

Seat belts should always be worn in Sydney. However, these rules may vary for some vehicles, like those operated by public transportation systems.

As long as you have Bluetooth or similar functions enabled, you are allowed to use your cell phone while driving a car in Double Bay. Just make sure you stay focused on the road.

In Double Bay, it is an offence to operate a vehicle with a BAC (blood alcohol content) over 0.05%. If you’re thinking of having a drink or two with lunch or dinner, you’d be wise to leave your car behind.

Turning on a red light isn’t permitted in Double Bay. Be on the lookout for traffic signs and lights to ensure you don’t break any traffic laws.