Located on the Princes Highway, in Victoria Australia, lies the former port city of Warrnambool. Car hire in Warrnambool give you full scale of the beautiful coastline. There is the Maritime Museum, with the Warrnambool lighthouse, or just take a day out and head straight to the beach. Hiring a car in Warrnambool you can also take the 20 minute drive out to Tower Hill Lake which is home to a whole host of native animals like koalas, kangaroos, emus and possums. Stock up on essentials in town and take lunch with you for a day trip.
Warrnambool is a great destination for families with kids. The annual Fun4Kids festival is held in July every year, with a host of activities on the day as well as several competitions in the lead up to the weekend. Hiring a car in Warrnambool allows you to come and go as you please, once the kids have had their fill. For adults, the Great Ocean Road is an attraction in itself. Choose as much or as little of it as you please, if you rent a car in Warrnambool then you can take it out whenever you need a bit of adventure to see one of the major highlights in Australia
Although it might be a long drive, the two hour drive down the Great Ocean Road to Apollo Bay is well worth it. There's a whole host of entertainment around the area, but the draw is in the 12 apostles. A rock formation that the area is famed for. Nearby coastal towns like Lorne are the perfect getaway location for ultimate rest and relaxation in this region. With delicious restaurants on offer and a range of sandy beaches and rock pools to explore, it's perfect for families or couples, or even solo travellers to enjoy.