Annecy travel guide
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You're Going to Love Annecy
With a population of 49 232, Annecy is a must-see destination in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Annecy to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Annecy
How to Get to Annecy
Plane
When flying to Annecy, you’ll arrive at Annecy – Haute-Savoie – Mont Blanc (NCY), which is located 4 km from the city centre.
Train
Located 0.3 km from the city centre, Annecy is the busiest station in Annecy. Another popular train station is Annecy Pringy, located 4 km from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Annecy is to pick up a car hire from Nice, which is about 259 km from Annecy. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Budget, among others, in Nice.
Bus
BlaBlaBus operates bus routes to Annecy. From Paris, the bus ride to Annecy takes 821 km and will cost you around S$ 58. From Toulouse, the ticket costs about S$ 55 for a journey of 982 km. The most popular bus station is Annecy Galbert, located 0.9 km from the city centre of Annecy. Annecy Buisson is also a commonly used station, and is 2.2 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Annecy
Where to stay in Annecy
From 5-star hotels such as the Les Loges Annecy Vieille Ville to great affordable options like the Privilodges Le Royal Annecy, Annecy offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 193 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 395 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hôtel du Château Annecy and Citotel Du Nord. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Annecy, with prices from S$ 30 to S$ 1,106 per night. Annecy-le-Vieux is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Annecy are about 14% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Annecy
Most booked hotels in Annecy
Hiring a car in Annecy
Expect to pay S$ 2.73 per litre in Annecy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 32.75 and S$ 43.67. The most frequently booked car type in Annecy is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 38% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.