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
$190
1 night at 3-star hotel
Annecy in February
Estimated hotel price
$190
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 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Annecy from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 32h 15m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Annecy, followed by SNCF. The train journey from Annecy to Montpellier takes 1h 21m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Marseille, expect to pay about $20 for a 1h 26m trip. Located 0.2 miles from the city centre, Annecy is the busiest station in Annecy. Another popular train station is Annecy Pringy, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Annecy is to pick up a car hire from Marseille, which is about 183 miles from Annecy. You’ll find branches of Rentscape and Avis, among others, in Marseille.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Annecy, including Bus, BlaBlaCar Bus and ALSA. From Geneva, the bus ride to Annecy takes 150 miles and will cost you around $20. From Montpellier, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 180 miles. The most popular bus station is Annecy Galbert, located 0.5 miles from the city centre of Annecy. Annecy Buisson is also a commonly used station, and is 1.4 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Annecy, you’ll arrive at Annecy – Haute-Savoie – Mont Blanc (NCY), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Annecy from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 32h 15m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Annecy, followed by SNCF. The train journey from Annecy to Montpellier takes 1h 21m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Marseille, expect to pay about $20 for a 1h 26m trip. Located 0.2 miles from the city centre, Annecy is the busiest station in Annecy. Another popular train station is Annecy Pringy, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Annecy is to pick up a car hire from Marseille, which is about 183 miles from Annecy. You’ll find branches of Rentscape and Avis, among others, in Marseille.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Annecy, including Bus, BlaBlaCar Bus and ALSA. From Geneva, the bus ride to Annecy takes 150 miles and will cost you around $20. From Montpellier, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 180 miles. The most popular bus station is Annecy Galbert, located 0.5 miles from the city centre of Annecy. Annecy Buisson is also a commonly used station, and is 1.4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Annecy

LYSLyon-Saint Exupéry
GNBGrenoble
DLEDole Tavaux

Airlines serving Annecy

KLM
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Lufthansa
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Iberia
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Air France
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Emirates
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Air Canada
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Cathay Pacific
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Brussels Airlines
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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 $202 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $828 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hôtel du Château and Hôtel du Nord. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Annecy, with prices from $33 to $1,930 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 13% more expensive 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)
$188+
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ibis Annecy Centre Vieille Ville
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$151+
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Ace Hotel Annecy
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$134+
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Hôtel Les Muses
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$154+
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Sure Hotel by Best Western Annecy
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$134+
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Hiring a car in Annecy

Expect to pay $3.29 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 $39.43 and $52.58. The most frequently booked car type in Annecy is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Audi A1 or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.29 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 $39.43 and $52.58. The most frequently booked car type in Annecy is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Audi A1 or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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