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Albany is the oldest colonial settlement in Western Australia, predating even the state capital, Perth. The town runs on its thriving tourism industry, thanks to incredible natural landscapes, well-preserved heritage and unique experiences like whale watching. To fully explore this town’s treasures at your own convenience, book your car hire in advance with Enjoy Travel for a stress-free trip. Prices for daily car hire average at just $35.04 for a compact car like a Toyota Prius, while a spacious SUV will cost an average of $48.68.

Guide to Albany

Geography

Found in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, Albany is a coastal town located about 418 kilometres south of Perth.

Climate

Albany has a warm-summer Mediterranean climate, with warm and dry summers and wet and mild winters. The best time to visit would be in spring or autumn. Albany also frequently experiences days with both sunshine and rain due to its location on the Australian “Rainbow Coast.”

Culture

The land on which present-day Albany is built used to be called Kinjarling, meaning “place of plenty” or “place of rain” in the indigenous Noongar language.

Things to do in Albany

Watch majestic whales migrating

Every year, hundreds of humpback and southern right whales migrate via Frenchman Bay and Albany is perfectly situated overlooking the inlet. There are fantastic viewing points all across Albany’s coast but we recommend King George Sound; this is where you’re likely to get unparalleled views of calving southern right whales and resting humpbacks.

Discover the town’s rich history

As the site of the oldest European settlement in Western Australia, Albany boasts a plethora of heritage buildings. Some of the most famous ones include St John's Anglican Church, the Old Post Office, Patrick Taylor Cottage, the Old Farm At Strawberry Hill, the Old Gaol, Princess Royal Fortress, Albany Heritage Park and the Brig Amity replica.

Eating out in Albany

The Earl of Spencer Historic Inn - Bar & Restaurantis usually roaring with activity. The lively crowds come to enjoy the excellent selection of beers as well as the regular comedy shows and music events at the inn. For Mediterranean comfort food in a folksy diner, head to Dylans on the Terrace. Lime 303 is a must-visit while in Albany. They serve modern Australian cuisine with a creative flair, unlike anything you might have tried before.

Albany Transport

Airport

Fly into Albany Airport (ALH) with Regional Express Airlines, an independent regional airline providing service between Albany and Perth.

Getting around

Love’s Bus Service runs 5 town routes around Albany. To get to Perth, take a Transwa coach. like a XX or similar.

Albany also has plenty of road trips to set off on. The most popular car to hire here is a Mitsubishi ASX, which is a small SUV. This type of vehicle gives you the versatility to explore both the city and the wild Outback.

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FAQs about car hire in Albany

Most frequently asked questions about hiring a car in Albany

Prices for car hire in Albany average out at $35.04 AUD per day.
Car hire prices in Albany start from just $14.85 AUD when booking in advance with Enjoy Travel.
The minimum age to hire a car in Albany is 21 years of age.
Yes, you can usually add one or more additional drivers to your car hire agreement in Albany.
Roads in the Outback can be pretty unpredictable, so we suggest hiring a 4WD in Albany for safety and control on rural roads.
The distance between Melbourne and Albany is of 3,350 km.
The distance between Albany and Sydney is of 3,864 km.
The distance between Albany and Perth is of 419 km.

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