Rental cars in East Tamaki from $131

If your trip to East Tamaki is all organized but your travel itinerary is a bit on the empty side, let us give you a helping hand.Sometimes short drives are fun too. Just down the road, Otara Markets and Howick Historical Village will keep you entertained. Need some more nearby options? Flat Rock Reserve is also worth spending some time at.

Pakuranga and Otahuhu are some cool places you might want to swing by. You’ll find Pakuranga 2 miles away. If you’re making plans to visit Otahuhu, it’s 2 miles away. Both have a wide range of hotels if you can’t wait to slide into a comfy bed after all that sightseeing.

Nothing says vacation like jumping in the car and heading to the seaside. East Tamaki has some fantastic beaches close by, so grab something to read (and a kite if the wind’s up) and take a road trip to one of these fantastic options:

• Kohimarama Beach (7 miles away).
• St. Helier’s Bay Beach (8 miles away).
• Omana Beach (9 miles away).

If you have some work-related business to see to in East Tamaki, there’s a good chance you’ll be spending loads of time at a convention center. If that’s the case, you might like to know some of the ones that have hotels and cafés nearby:

• Ellerslie Events Centre (6 miles away).
• ASB Showgrounds (7 miles away).
• Fickling Convention Centre (8 miles away).

Rent a car and enjoy East Tamaki your way. Want to venture out into some nearby natural areas? Opt for a full-size car. This vehicle is ideal for those seeking outdoor adventure. Just want to get comfortably from A to B and traveling with minimal luggage? If you aren’t planning on doing a lot of driving, a fuel-efficient mini is a fantastic option.

Sometimes it’s all about the journey, which makes your car choice particularly important. If you’re about to head off on an epic road trip around East Tamaki, a roomy SUV could be the best solution. If you’re hoping for a fantastic bargain and plan on sticking mostly to the city, a versatile compact is a smart pick. All you need to do is work out what’ll suit you best, throw your bags in the trunk, and rack up those miles.

The left side of the road is where you’ll be driving along in East Tamaki. Also take note that the controls of your rental vehicle here, such as the steering wheel and gearshift, will be on the other side of what you’re used to.

Peak-hour traffic isn’t a big problem in East Tamaki and the greater Auckland area. With a population of 417,900, the roads aren’t as busy here compared to larger cities.

Most of the time, finding a place to park the car in East Tamaki is a breeze. If you intend to drive to one of the busier sights in town, it’s a smart idea to check out parking options before you leave.

East Tamaki is a neighborhood in the city of Auckland, where speed limits range from 10km/h to 100km/h. However, there are exceptions. Residential areas are usually 40km/h unless otherwise signed.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your chosen rental car company may charge the fined amount to your credit card. This is the more common practice. Alternatively, it may give your contact details to local authorities so the fine is sent straight to you.

Subject to a small number of exceptions, seat belts must be worn in Auckland.

It’s not illegal, but we don’t recommend it. For a safe journey, it’s wise to wait until you’ve finished your journey before calling or texting.

In East Tamaki, it’s a fineable offence to operate a vehicle with a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.05%. If you plan to have a drink or two, it’d be wise to leave the car at your hotel.

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