Car Rental South Yarra

Discover South Yarra, the effortlessly stylish, and endlessly eclectic pocket of Melbourne. In this guide, we’ll take a ride around the area, stopping at those destinations that locals and visitors hold close to their hearts. 

Welcome to South Yarra, a neighborhood with all the vibrance and variation of the city centre. Here, you’ll find stylish boutiques sitting side by side with restaurants both traditional and casual, to lavish and experimental. And, at an easy 4km from the city in your Thrifty rental car, you’ll be able to duck down in no time and see why this area is one of Melbourne’s most famous. Let’s dive in! 

Soak in the South Yarra Vibe 

The three main roads that define South Yarra are Toorak Road, Chapel Street and Malvern Road. Chapel Street is the largest of them all, and will take you into neighbouring suburbs Prahran and Windsor for a deeper dive into this side of Melbourne. Along your journey, you’ll bump into luxury fashion stores, pumping bars and restaurants of all shapes and sizes, plus some quirky shops of yesteryear thrown in for good measure. Here are just some places to put on the list: 

• The Prahran Market: A market bursting with fresh produce, plus plenty of take-home snacks. 
• Chapel Street Bazaar: A labyrinth of retro fashion and collectibles. 
• The Astor Theatre: This charming old cinema almost exclusively shows old movies—perfect for that movie you never got around to seeing, or that movie you’d love to watch again. 
• Dinosaur Designs: An Australian designer of homewares and jewellery with a truly unique style. 
• Linden New Art: Tucked away in a grand Victorian mansion, this gallery showcases cutting-edge contemporary art from both local and international artists.  
  Scanlan Theodore: High-end, locally-deigned women’s clothing with understated elegance. 
• Gorman: For the brightest, wildest, funnest clothing in the country, this is your place. 

When you need a break from retail therapy? Duck into Market Lane Coffee for a specialty brew, or head to Two Birds One Stone for an Instagram-worthy brunch. 

A Nature Escape: The Royal Botanic Gardens 

Just a short drive from South Yarra, The Royal Botanic Gardens is one of Melbourne’s most iconic green spaces. Spanning 38 hectares, these gardens boast lush landscapes, native flora, tranquil lakes, and walking trails. 

Eating in South Yarra: Choose Your Own Adventure. 

South Yarra’s residents and office workers have helped set a high standard for eating options, making sure that every cuisine at every level is represented.  At Zitas Focaccia, crispy and fluffy housemade focaccia encases a range of fillings, resulting in a moreish yet surprisingly light sandwich that’s best enjoyed in the sun. Tiny Thai diner Kaoyum dishes out flavoursome dishes, some of which are harder to find in this part of the world. Head to Master Lanzhou Noodle Express, where you can recharge with a bowl of the Northern Chinese staple of beef noodles, each order customised to your preference of noodle shape and size. For something really special, take the glass-walled elevator down to Yugen Dining, where refined Japanese-inspired plates are as pretty as the setting. Or, take an elevator up to Beverly, where Southern Californian cuisine is paired with one of the best views of the city. 

Dive Into South Yarra with Thrifty 

And that’s South Yarra! In every direction, you’ll find yourself boutique shopping, riverside walking, rooftop dining or simply relaxing. And, with a Thrifty rental car, you’ll have your ticket to jump in and explore this lively area in a flash! Check out our fleet, find the perfect ride, and get ready to experience Melbourne’s most stylish suburb.