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 January
Estimated hotel price
$179
1 night at 3-star hotel
Annecy in January
Estimated hotel price
$179
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 36h 20m.

Train

SNCF is the most popular train carrier serving Annecy, followed by Train. The train journey from Annecy to Marseille takes 1h 26m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chessy, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 43m 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.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Annecy, including Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus and FlixBus. From Grenoble, the bus ride to Annecy takes 60 miles and will cost you around $29. From Grenoble, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 65 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 36h 20m.

Train

SNCF is the most popular train carrier serving Annecy, followed by Train. The train journey from Annecy to Marseille takes 1h 26m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chessy, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 43m 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.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Annecy, including Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus and FlixBus. From Grenoble, the bus ride to Annecy takes 60 miles and will cost you around $29. From Grenoble, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 65 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
Good (1,478 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,870 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,820 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,336 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,280 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,155 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,487 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,725 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,842 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,180 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,231 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 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 $205 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $819 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 $34 to $2,009 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 29% 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)
$217+
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ibis Annecy Centre Vieille Ville
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$157+
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Ace Hotel Annecy
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Hôtel Les Muses
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$136+
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Sure Hotel by Best Western Annecy
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$132+
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Hiring a car in Annecy

Expect to pay $3.70 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 $44.35 and $59.13. Economy (Audi A1 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Annecy, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.70 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 $44.35 and $59.13. Economy (Audi A1 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Annecy, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

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