Botanic Gardens Car Rental

Yes. You can rent a car near Botanic Gardens. Having your own set of wheels to tour Timaru means you’ll get more time to visit all its other renowned attractions. Don’t miss Caroline Bay Beach, South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, all just a quick drive from Botanic Gardens.

You’ll find multiple near Botanic Gardens. Don’t miss the bargains from Hertz, which is about 1.13 kilometres away. Expedia can help you select a cool set of wheels for your Timaru escape. Just enter your dates of travel, pick-up and drop-off points, then check the “Great Deal” box under our filter heading for more offers from car rental companies.

You can pick up a cheap car rental close to Botanic Gardens, but several factors will determine the cost of your ride. Among these are your travel dates, pick-up and drop-off points and extras like a navigation system. Scoring a car that matches your budget and needs is a breeze with Expedia. Browse our exclusive offers from a range of car rental companies, and then buckle up and discover Botanic Gardens and beyond from the comfort of the driver’s seat.

If Botanic Gardens is the last attraction on your itinerary, Hertz has a rental car return depot located nearby. You can drop your rental car at Botanic Gardens, but bear in mind that if you didn’t pick up your ride from this exact location, most car rental companies will charge an additional fee.

Look up prices for parking at Botanic Gardens on the official website. While you’re there, see if there are any discounts offered or even free parking at Botanic Gardens.

Use apps or go online to find electric car charging stations near Botanic Gardens. For added peace of mind, Expedia can help you locate hotels with electric car charging stations. Charge up overnight, and you won’t have to worry about your battery dying during your journey.

Located approximately 18 kilometres to the north, Richard Pearse Airport (TIU) is the closest major airport near this leading Timaru attraction. When you rent a car at an airport, you can get from the runway to the open road in a matter of moments and reach Botanic Gardens faster.

To visit Botanic Gardens, you’ll need to travel approximately 3 kilometres to the east of Timaru’s downtown area.

If you’re in the mood for an easy road trip, make your way to Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki or Tekapo Springs. With your own ride, you can easily explore beyond Botanic Gardens during your Timaru holiday.

Don’t leave your getaway to chance and plan ahead — head to Botanic Gardens’s official website for the latest opening and closing hours. Our top tip? Look through the attraction’s online reviews or social media pages as well. Oftentimes you’ll get some useful advice from fellow travellers who’ve already been there.

Flexibility matters, which is why Expedia offers free cancellations on most car rentals. If your Botanic Gardens plans change, just log in to your account through the Trips portal, select “manage booking” and then choose “cancel this car.” Flexibility is just the beginning of the reasons to rent a set of wheels with Expedia. Combine your flights, hotel and car rental into a holiday package and save on your entire trip. And that means more money to spend on enjoying yourself!