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Car rental in Paris - City of Romance
Steeped in history, cultural and architectural gems, Paris is a city to turn heads. Along with many interesting places to see and visit, Paris has a cultural heritage hard to match - which makes it one of the most visited cities in the world. For those visiting for the first time, it's understandably the Eiffel Tower that many head to. It is without a doubt the most symbolic landmark in Paris.
Art is also high on every visitor's list. The city has an abundance of rich museums, and the magnificent Notre Dame. Parisian suburbs are colourful, vibrant and interesting to see and experience -specifically Montmartre, Marais, Belleville and Trocadero - not forgetting the Latin Quarter. Few cities portray such admiration, intrigue, fascination and passion - it's no wonder Paris is considered the city of love.
Street performers, writers and artists have all placed their mark on the city along the centuries. The city’s splendid avenues often hide a labyrinth of bistro eateries, restaurants and quaint coffee houses. Consider a car rental in Paris and uncover much of the urban surroundings too. Head to other magical French cities such as Lyon, Nantes and Nice, on the French Riviera.
With over 70 years of car rental experience on a global scale, Auto Europe is well positioned through its trusted car rental suppliers to provide an exceptional car rental experience. From standard vehicles to luxury cars and motorhome hiring, we have everything covered. With regular promotions all designed to save you money, through our booking engine filters you’ll easily narrow down your search and find the very best car rental deal for your budget. If you haven’t used our service before, have a read of our car rental reviews in France section.
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Where to pick up a car hire in Paris
As one of the main car rental brokers in the world, we are able to provide through our local, national and international car rental suppliers numerous convenient locations for your rental - airports, train stations and in central city areas. We have partnered with some of the very best in the industry - Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and many more, to provide you exceptional choice and a large fleet of vehicles to choose from.
With so many locations to choose from in France, many customers opt for a car rental in Paris on a one-way car rental basis. This means that you can rent a car in Paris and drop it off anywhere else - such as, in Marseille. This valued benefit is great for customers who are interested in exploring more of France or its neighbouring countries.
Paris International Airports
Paris is well serviced via three major modern and large airports. Orly International Airport is only 14 kms from the south of Paris. This airport can be easily reached via the A6 motorway. Beauvais-Tille Airport is around an hour by car from northern Paris via the A16 motorway. Lastly, Charles de Gaulle Airport is by far the most popular airport serving Paris. It is around 25 kms from northern Paris along the A1 motorway. Not only is this the busiest airport in the country, but one of the busiest airports in the world. Charles de Gaulle Airport was opened in 1974 and is composed of three terminals. Major airlines and cheaper low-budget airlines all operate from here. American Airlines, Delta Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Easyjet, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and British Airways are just some key airline carriers.
Orly International Airport was opened in 1932. It has four terminals and is also one of France’s busiest airports. Contained in its terminals is everyone you would expect for a safe and secure flight. With the car rental desks easily accessible in the arrivals area. And lastly, Beauvais-Tille Airport which dates back to 1930. This airport mainly caters for cargo planes, but it does occasionally receive commercial passenger flights, namely from low-cost airlines. This airport consists of two terminals.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Website: parisaeroport.fr
Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France
Telephone: +33 170 363950
Paris Orly (ORY)
Website: parisaeroport.fr
Address: 94390 Orly, France
Telephone: +33 892 563950
Beauvais-Tillé (BVA)
Website: aeroportparisbeauvais.com
Address: 60000 Beauvais, France
Telephone: +33 892 68 20 66
Paris Train stations
Paris is served by numerous main train stations that together connect all major cities in France, including some rail links to other European countries, such as Switzerland, the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. The main train station for Paris are Gare du Nord, Gare de L’Est and Gare de Lyon. Along with having car rental suppliers present at these locations, we also have car rental options at Gare de Saint-Lazare, Gare de Montparnasse, Gare de Chessy/Disneyland and many more. Head over to our individual Paris Train Station Paris train station pages to read about individual train station facilities, amenities, services and more. Most car rental supplier desks are within the train station terminals themselves, whilst others are adjacent or very close by.
Book with the best car rental suppliers in Paris
Auto Europe was founded in 1954 and has since grown into one of the top global car rental brokers. Through our trusted partners we are able to provide a large fleet of vehicles, convenient locations and a first-class customer service before, during and after your rental. Using our secure online booking engine customers are able to search, compare and book the very best car rental deal for their budget. We have partnered with local, national and international car rental suppliers to provide you with unlimited choices. From Avis to Green Motion, and Europcar to Hertz - you’re sure to be in safe hands.
Click through on the following car rental logos to find out a little bit more about each individual supplier. These are just a small selection of available suppliers in Paris - but there are many more. If you’re interested in a specific supplier not mentioned here, do get in touch with our reservation team who will be able to provide advice. More often than not, your preferred supplier will be one of our trusted partners.
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Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Paris
To help in answering your questions about car rental in Paris, we have compiled the following FAQs section for your perusal. Here you’ll find the most commonly asked questions by other customers, but if your question or concern isn’t covered, then please get in touch with us. We have tried to be as thorough as possible, covering everything from credit card usage to parking in Paris and traffic around the city.
Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Paris?
Yes - a credit card is a requirement when collecting your vehicle in Paris. There are a few things you should consider before arriving. These are, that the credit card must be in the main driver's name. No other name is accepted. Likewise, Debit cards are also not accepted. All major credit cards are accepted including Matercard and Visa. The credit card in question must have enough funds to cover the deposit as mentioned in your booking and voucher. For certain car types and categories, two or more credit cards are required.
A security deposit will be held on your credit card and only released after the car has been returned in the same condition as when it left. Please make sure you fully inspect the vehicle beforehand, noting anything of concern on the pick-up slip. Upon returning the vehicle make sure a member of staff inspects and confirms the vehicle is fine. Please allow up to 14-working days for the funds to show on your bank statement. Please also note that credit cards from additional drivers are not accepted, nor are digital credit cards.
What insurance do I need for my car rental in Paris?
When you rent a car in Paris via our secure online booking engine, you can rest assured that all our standard base rates come with the legally required insurance coverage for France. This basic insurance is Liability Insurance - with or without excess, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection (TP). It is important to note that this basic coverage does not cover all eventualities nor every part of the vehicle.
Due to this, we encourage you to opt for our Full Damage Protection Cover for a small daily fee. This enhanced coverage covers more eventualities and greater parts of the vehicle. The fee is dependent on the car type, duration and location. For more information on car rental coverage click on the blue info icon next to the rental rate or consult your car vouchers terms and conditions once booked.
During pick-up it is common for the local supplier to offer you additional insurances. These are optional and if you have taken out our Full Protection Coverage it probably won’t be needed. Local offerings include Personal Effects Coverage (PEC), Personal Accident Insurance (PAI), Super CDW, Roadside Assistance, Travel Insurance and many more. Auto Europe does not profit or recommend any local offering. These products are not refunded even if deemed unnecessary afterwards.
How is the traffic in Paris?
Like all major European capitals Paris suffers from intense traffic especially during rush-hour and in the centre of the city. We advise trying to avoid key intersections at busy times, including around tourist attractions. It is important to keep in mind that there are many one-way roads, and pedestrianised areas. Central Paris is serviced by three major ring-roads - the most inner one is Périphérique. The A86 motorway provides access from central Paris to its suburbs - thus making it extremely busy at times. The Francilienne links all the main suburbs.
Where can I park my car rental in Paris?
If you are staying in central Paris, a good option is always to park your car within your accommodation. This is by far the cheapest option as opposed to on-street parking which is expensive and hard to come by. There are numerous car parks around the city, many of which are underground. These are secure and competitively priced - car parks of note are Notre Dame and Quai Branly-Tour Eiffel. On-street parking is paid from Monday to Saturday, 09h00 until 20h00. On Sundays and some public holidays are free. We advise consulting the road sign that lays out restrictions.
It is important to note that Parisian parking metres do not accept cash. Visitors need to obtain a card known as “Paris Carte”. These can be obtained at newsagents. Alternatively, you may also use a credit or debit card to pay for parking. The ticket machine will produce a ticker that you must place within your car. On-street parking is limited to two-hours only.
Do I need an emissions sticker for my car hire in Paris?
Yes - an emissions sticker is required for driving your car rental in Paris. Often this emissions sticker is already taken care of by your car rental supplier and comes with the vehicle. Eitherway, we suggest you confirm with the supplier that your vehicle has said sticker before driving off. This emissions sticker is dealt with locally, so please speak with your supplier during your pick-up for more information.
There are currently two low emissions areas in Paris. Noted as Restricted Circulation Zone (ZCR). That of Greater Paris and that of central Paris. The latte encompasses all areas within the inner ring-road - Boulevard Pèriphérique. Only vehicles with emission sticker type 1, 2 and 3 can gain access during Monday to Friday, 08h00 until 20h00. The Greater Paris low emissions zone encompasses everything within the outer A86 ring-road. Also known as the ZPE. It is not uncommon for temporary low emissions zones to pop-up. We therefore encourage you to pay greater attention to local restriction signs that may state an ZPA - Air Protection Zone.
Can I rent a motorhome in Paris?
France is one of Europe’s largest countries and therefore hiring a motorhome is often a great idea for exploring the country in full. The French landscape varies a lot from north to south - from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean Sea, and the mountainous interior. All our motorhomes are fully-equipped, modern and are an excellent way to get around France at your own leisure.