Brisbane car rental comparison

Brisbane has grown quickly in recent years, swelling to around two million residents and an estimated 1,000 people pack their bags and move to this up-and-coming city every week. HAPPYCAR, the online comaprison portal, can help find you the best car hire Brisbane has to offer so you can enjoy this relaxing city whenever you like. We also provide rental options to and from Brisbane Airport. We check the prices of international and local providers, so you don't have to check each website yourself, to provide you with the best deals on a rental car that fits your specific vacation needs.

General Information

Brisbane, the largest city in Queensland and the third largest in Australia, is a truly cosmopolitan city brimming with the rich cultural flavors of its diverse neighborhoods. The ritzy city offers a feast of world-class art galleries, a loud music scene and an addictive cafe culture. The subtropical climate and the down-to-earth attitude of its residents makes this otherwise sleek urban city much more laid back compared to its counterparts in Sydney and Melbourne. A simple car hire in Brisbane will open you up to a glut of outdoor activities, and Brisbane delivers with a huge number of parklands, sanctuaries and beaches.

To Do

From outdoor adventures to animal encounters, there’s a world of unique options for all to enjoy in Brisbane. The wildlife in Brisbane is diverse and friendly. Visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, the world’s first and largest koala reserve, where you can get your picture taken with the cuddly creatures. Visit Southbank Parklands, a great family-friendly setting and perfect for a day out. Action enthusiasts can step things up a notch at the Riverlife Adventure Center where visitors can kayak or paddle board down the Brisbane River or rock climb over the Kangaroo Point Cliff. For a shopping fix, the Queen Street Mall is a must-visit destination.

Attractions

Parliament House, with its grand, sand-colored facade against a tropical backdrop, is a magnificent sight and arguably Brisbane’s most stunning piece of architecture. Australia Zoo, owned by the late Steve Irwin, holds many tourism awards and is a must-see in Brisbane. Visitors will encounter a wide variety of birds, mammals and reptiles, and can view crocodile feedings, and hand-feed elephants and other animals.

The City Botanic Gardens are a stunning sight and include Brisbane’s most mature gardens with many rare and unusual botanic species. It has been regarded as the most significant, non-Aboriginal cultural landscape in Queensland and is a particular point of interest for history buffs.

Eating

Brisbane is awash with eateries, aside from the upmarket offerings in the inner city, a detour to the outer and bayside neighborhoods will reward you with some of the city’s culinary gems. Brisbane’s multicultural eateries form a melting pot of over 35 different regional cuisines. Try Sunnybank for your fill of Chinese and Southeast Asian cuisine, and Moorooka holds the mantle of Little Africa, with Eritrean, Ethiopian, Somalian and Sudanese restaurants. The more traditional Italian fare can largely be found in the inner city, predominantly in New Farm, where you can also find an array of cafes and brunch spots.

Excursions

If you feel like exploring further afield, you have a long and enjoyable journey ahead and a Brisbane car hire with HAPPYCAR will make this an exciting prospect. Around Brisbane you will find empty beaches and surf on North Stradbroke Island and dolphins around Moreton Island – both easy to reach from the city by car. A number of national parks are on hand to immerse yourself in Brisbane’s beautiful doorstep including Springbrook National Park features an ancient wonderland of rainforests, waterfalls, rock formations and valleys and many striking lookouts.