Known for its rich history and stunning landscape, where the red earth meets the Indian Ocean, there’s no end of natural beauty to explore by hiring a car in Broome. A true outback city, the best way to experience it is on the open road.
Grab a short-term hire car from a host on Turo for the perfect Broome day trip, or find longer-term car hire for your full-scale adventure into the Kimberly. There are plenty of hire car options to choose from, for every occasion and budget. The best bit? You can level-up your trip with convenient extras, from roof racks to baby seats and even a GPS.
Curious about how Broome car hire works? Here is how to hire a car on Turo and skip the Broome car rental counter.
Enter a date and location in Broome (or beyond) and browse cars shared by local hosts.
Book on the Turo app or online, choose a protection plan, and say hi to your host! Cancel for free up to 24 hours before your trip, and get discounts if you book early or for a longer duration!
Have the car delivered or pick up from your host. Check in with the app, grab the keys, and hit the roads of Broome.
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With its rich history, stunning landscapes, nature and unique cultural blend, there's much to see in Broome. Drive to Gantheaume Point, where ancient red rocks meet the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Don't miss the chance to explore the striking rock formations and discover dinosaur footprints imprinted in the rocks. Or, for an adrenaline-pumping experience, tour the Malcolm Douglas Broome Crocodile Park to witness the prehistoric predators up close and personal. For a relaxed day out, hire a car and head over to Courthouse Markets where you can browse through the handmade crafts, delicious local cuisine, and unique souvenirs, held every weekend throughout the dry season. Nature enthusiasts can experience the Broome Bird Observatory, nestled in Roebuck Bay. This sanctuary offers excellent birdwatching opportunities, especially during the migratory season. Meanwhile movie lovers can step back in time at Sun Pictures, the world's oldest outdoor picture gardens.
Book the perfect carVisiting the iconic Cable Beach at sunrise or sunset is a must-do. It's a popular attraction, but its huge expanse of sand makes it easy to find a quiet spot to watch the sky change colour. If you're partial to a dip, remember that November to May is stinger season, so you'll need a stinger suit to stay safe in the water.
Soak up some history by driving out to The Willie Creek Pearl Farm, an easy 40-minute drive outside the city. Take a tour for a unique insight into the fascinating process of modern pearl farming, from shell to showroom. Book an experience to try your hand at harvesting your very own Australian South Sea Pearl from an Oyster.
Discover Broome’s diverse cultural history at the Broome Historical Museum. Its collection is available to view seven days a week and can be found in the charming 1890s former general store (old Customs House) and the award winning Sailmaker’s Shed, two of Broome’s oldest buildings.
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Cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts. Because life happens and it helps to be flexible when it does.
Get your car delivered right to you or wherever you’re going. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest in Broome, like the airport and hotels.
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Road rules: The speed limit in WA is 110km/h, but heavy vehicles, caravans and those towing trailers can't exceed 100km/h. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit is 0.05. And just like the rest of Australia, you'll drive on the left-hand side of the road.
Weather considerations: Always adjust your speed to match the road conditions, and be particularly mindful if you're visiting during the wet season (November to April). Downpours can be spectacular and sudden, so watch for flooded areas. Tropical temperatures also mean you'll never want to leave home without your water bottle.
Beach exploration: Off-road driving, including driving along Cable Beach is not permitted on Turo. Instead, why not leave the car at the carpark and enjoy a day on the beach? Before you pack your picnic, you'll need to refer to the tide chart to ensure the tides are lower than the rocky entry to Cable Beach. North of Broome, be mindful that tides can affect flooding of roads. Particular caution is needed north of Prices Point where the road deteriorates with many tidal creeks and obscure tracks.
Road tripping: If you're venturing out on road trips or into the Kimberly, be prepared for long stretches of remote road without amenities and wifi. Stock up with essential food, water, supplies, spares, emergency aids and fuel to ensure you're self-sufficient, and double-check routes, rest areas, itinerary and the weather forecast before you leave.
Driving at night: Sunrises and sunsets are some of the most dazzling times a day, but they are also a time to drive with caution. It can be harder to spot animals on the road's of Broome in the hours between dusk and dawn. There might be a mixture of local wallabies, kangaroos, goannas and cattle sharing the roads with you.
Camping: Throughout Broome and the rest of WA, camping is only permitted in designated camping grounds, caravan parks and on private properties with permission from the owner.
Broome boasts many scenic roads, which tend to be at their busiest during the peak holiday season and the school holidays.
The often unsealed and dusty roads throughout the Kimberley give you a real sense of exploring the outback, but can be affected by weather conditions, tides and extreme flooding. Two of the most well-travelled include:
Manari Road, where you'll be able to cruise along the beautiful Dampier Peninsula coastline to Broome’s Northern Beaches, including Barred Creek and James Price Point.
And the once-treacherous Broome-Cape Leveque Road, which connects Broome and the Dampier Peninsula. It was recently transformed with a $65-million upgrade. The now sealed road now promises a much smoother drive with less risk of flooding. However, many connecting roads remain unsealed as they need a 4WD to access safely.
Mid-June to mid-August is the most popular time to visit Broome, when humidity levels are low, the nights are cool, and most roads and attractions are open. During the dry season (May to October), holidaymakers can enjoy warm days, clear skies and temperatures ranging from 17 - 31°C in Broome.
While it's still hot during the wet season (November to April), Broome experiences high humidity and heavy downpours, often in the afternoons or late evening. January to March is monsoon season, bringing storms, potential cyclones and the biggest risk of flooded roads, making driving more difficult.
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