Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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.

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When to visit Annecy

Annecy in February
Estimated hotel price
$195
1 night at 3-star hotel
Annecy in February
Estimated hotel price
$195
1 night at 3-star hotel

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. The shortest flight to Annecy from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 38h 35m.

Train

SNCF is the most popular train carrier serving Annecy, followed by Trenitalia. The train journey from Annecy to Marseille takes 1h 26m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chessy, expect to pay about $33 for a 1h 44m trip. 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.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Annecy, including BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus and FlixBus. From Saint-Étienne, the bus ride to Annecy takes 80 km and will cost you around $21. From Grenoble, the ticket costs about $22 for a journey of 169 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.

Plane

When flying to Annecy, you’ll arrive at Annecy – Haute-Savoie – Mont Blanc (NCY), which is located 4 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Annecy from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 38h 35m.

Train

SNCF is the most popular train carrier serving Annecy, followed by Trenitalia. The train journey from Annecy to Marseille takes 1h 26m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chessy, expect to pay about $33 for a 1h 44m trip. 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.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Annecy, including BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus and FlixBus. From Saint-Étienne, the bus ride to Annecy takes 80 km and will cost you around $21. From Grenoble, the ticket costs about $22 for a journey of 169 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.

Airports near Annecy

LYSLyon-Saint Exupéry
GNBGrenoble
DLEDole Tavaux

Airlines serving Annecy

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,692 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,025 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,138 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,602 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,124 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,167 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (379 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,109 reviews)
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Where to stay in Annecy

From 5-star hotels such as the Le Clos Des Sens to great affordable options like the Apparthotel Privilodges Le Royal, Annecy offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $206 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $769 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hôtel du Château and Hotel du Nord. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Annecy, with prices from $50 to $1,554 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 23% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Annecy

Most booked hotels in Annecy

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Best Western Plus Hotel Carlton
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$202+
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Ace Hotel Annecy
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$138+
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Hôtel Les Muses
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Sure Hotel by Best Western Annecy
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$137+
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Campanile Annecy Centre - Gare
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$137+
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Hiring a car in Annecy

Expect to pay $3.32 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 $39.84 and $53.12. The most frequently booked car type in Annecy is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.32 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 $39.84 and $53.12. The most frequently booked car type in Annecy is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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