Paris is the capital of France, the country's largest city, located on the River Seine. It is one of the most famous cities in Europe, a symbol of love, romance, fashion and elegance. The desire to visit Paris is the dream of almost every person in the world.
The history of Paris begins in the 3rd century BC, with a Celtic tribe that settled on the territory. In 52 BC, the city was set on fire during an attack by the Romans. Only in the 6th-7th centuries our city acquired the status of the capital, which has been preserved for it to this day.
There are several versions about the origin of the name.
The most common version: the name comes from the Parisian tribe, who lived several tens of centuries ago on this land (in those days this territory was called Lutetia).
Another option is the origin of the name from the hero of the myth of the Trojan War - Paris.
The population of modern Paris is about 2.1 million people. The area of the city is 105 km2. In general, France has a well-developed road network, with a total length of over a million kilometers. Therefore, for the most comfortable trip, you can rent a car.
The climate in the city is moderate, comfortable for living. Winters are quite mild, summers are warm but not too hot.
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Interesting facts about the city:
Paris has a very extensive metro system, from anywhere in the city to the metro no more than half a kilometer.
This city became a trendsetter not so long ago - in the 18th century.
In Paris there is a tree (acacia) whose age is more than 400 years.
There are 4 airports in the city. Charles de Gaulle, Orly, Beauvais, Le Bourges. The largest of them, Charles de Gaulle, is one of the largest airports in the world.
Le Bourges Airport is the oldest airport in France, it no longer works, but is only an attraction. Link to the official website of Paris - www.paris.fr
What to see in Paris.
Paris is one of the most popular cities in Europe for tourists to visit. The city is famous for its elegant architecture, it is literally filled with sights.
The Eiffel Tower.
At the mention of Paris, most immediately imagine one of the most famous monuments of architecture in the world. The heightof the tower is 324 meters, the weight of the structure is more than 10 thousand tons. It is named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel who built it at the end of the 19th century.
Interesting fact: The Eiffel Tower was built for the 1889 World's Fair; after a few years it was supposed to be dismantled, but gained such popularity that it was decided to keep it as an architectural landmark. The tower is beautiful at any time of the day: during the day it offers an excellent view from the Champ de Mars, and at night the light illumination turns on on the tower. More than 6 million tourists visit the Eiffel Tower every year. For skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets or a guided tour, visit foxiepass.com
Louvre.
The Louvre is one of the world's largest and most popular art museums. Located on the banks of the river Seine. The basis of the Louvre is a castle-fortress built in 1190. The Louvre opened its doors as a museum only in the 18th century. To date, the museum's collection includes more than 300 thousand exhibits. About 10 million tourists visit the museum every year.
Interesting facts:
only 10% of the exhibits from the museum's collection are exhibited in the halls for viewing, the rest are stored in storerooms;
The name "Louvre" in French means "wolf forest";
The painting by Leonardo da Vinci is one of the most famous paintings, millions of tourists visit the museum to see it. During the existence of the museum, the Mona Lisa was repeatedly tried to be stolen, and at the beginning of the 20th century it was stolen. It was possible to return the exhibit to the museum only after 2.5 years.
The Luxembourg Gardens is a state palace park, a famous landmark of Paris. Located in the Latin Quarter, occupies 26 hectares. Appeared at the beginning of the XVII century, thanks to the wife of King Henry IV - Mary Medici. The garden is dotted with green lawns, and there are many fountains and sculptures on the territory.
Where to go near Paris.
There are many interesting places in the suburbs of Paris that can be visited in 1-2 days.
Disneyland.
32 km east of Paris (in the city of Marne-la-Vallee) is an entertainment complex Disneyland. The park covers 1943 hectares and is one of the largest amusement parks in Europe. About 12 million people visit Disneyland every year. The park has its own small railway, castle, hotel, cafes, restaurants and other developed infrastructure. For the convenience of visitors, the territory is divided into several "fabulous republics", which can be visited in turn. Therefore, to see everything, you need to allocate a couple of days. At night, you can see beautiful fireworks over the roof of the castle. The entertainment complex is designed in such a way that it is interesting to visit it not only for children, but also for adults. To get to Marne-la-Vallee on your own, you can rent a car (car rental - Bookingautos).
Versailles.
The Palace of Versailles is located in the suburbs of Paris (about 22 km from the capital), therefore it is recommended to allocate a whole day to visit it. It was built in the 17th century, today historians associate the construction of the palace with the reign of King Louis XIV. The entire palace complex, including the park, is the largest in Europe.
Interesting facts:
The Palace of Versailles has such dimensions that 20 thousand people can fit in it at the same time.
In terms of modern money, about 260 billion euros were spent on the construction of the palace.
The palace has several zones: the Chateau, the Small with the Big Trianone, the territory of Marie Antoinette's farm and the garden and park area. There are about 25 thousand windows in Versailles, almost 400 statues adorn the territory of the complex. At the entrance to the palace-museum, each tourist receives a plan of the complex in order to independently lay out the route of his excursion.
Castles of the Loire Valley.
Approximately 200 km from Paris are the castles of the Loire Valley. In total, there are about 300 castles in the valley, which has an area of 800 km2. Their history begins from the XIII-XV century, from the time of the First and Second Hundred Years' Wars; since then, many of the castles have been reconstructed. Today, when traveling from Paris, about twenty castles are available for visiting.
Food: the best restaurants in Paris
French cuisine is one of the most sophisticated and versatile cuisines in the world. Each small region of the country has its own traditional recipes that have existed for more than one generation. Some of the most famous French national dishes known to everyone are: baguette, bechamel sauce, onion soup, goose liver pate, creme brulee, etc.
During a tourist trip to Paris, it is recommended to visit local restaurants to get acquainted with the traditional dishes of the country.
Cafe des Deux Moulins (+33 1 42 54 90 50. 15, Rue Lepic, 75018 Paris, France). Atmospheric cafe with traditional French cuisine in Montmarte. It got its name from two windmills nearby: Moulin Rouge and Moulin de la Galette.
Where to park in Paris.
Due to the large number of tourists and the narrow streets of Paris, there may be a problem with parking, therefore, it is better to familiarize yourself with the location of the parking spaces before the trip in the town.
It is recommended that you park your car only in designated parking areas, otherwise it may be taken to a car impound.
Free parking in Paris can be found by a yellow circle, which will be pasted next to the “P” parking sign.
Parking in paid parking lots in Paris costs between 4 and 6 euros per hour.
List of large paid parking lots:
SAEMES Hôtel de Ville (6 Quai des Gesvres, 75004 Paris, France). Parking is a 2-minute walk from the Chateau Saint-Jacques. Reservations for an hour are offered for 4.4 euros; per day for 30 euros; for a week - 112 euros.
Les Halles (101 Porte Berger, 75001 Paris, France). Underground parking in Les Halles offers overnight parking for $12.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Hertz
Most popular car class
Compact
Average price
28 € / Day
Best price
20 € / Day
Average cost per week of rental in Paris
January
€193
February
€211
March
€237
April
€293
May
€289
June
€308
July
€289
August
€213
September
€156
October
€134
November
€105
December
€181
* Data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
A percentage showing the monthly occupancy of the fleet of available vehicles. During August, there is a maximum demand for car rental, which entails a decrease in the range of cars available for order. You should take care of booking a car in Paris in advance, this will allow you to get the preferred option on the most favorable financial terms.
The best time to rent a car in Paris is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €33, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.
Convertible cars in Paris are in high demand during the summer. This is not surprising. After all, a trip on such a car gives a feeling of freedom and independence, allows you to relax and forget about the problems of the world around you. Although you should be prepared for an increase in rental prices and possible problems with the range of available cars. If we talk about the price BMW 2 Series Cabrio - it will be from €75 per 1 day.
Our rental office in Paris can offer you a wide selection of over 40 car models. You can rent exact car model. All cars are new and technically fully functional.
When calculating the rental price for a car in Paris, seasonal demand, the class of the car itself and the duration of the rental are taken into account. In winter, renting a car is the cheapest. In the summer, rent will cost more expensive. An additional discount for long-term rentals is provided by many car rental companies, which makes your trip even more profitable for the budget. For example, in the spring months, the compact Ford Fiestamodel can be rented for just €33 per day. Renting the same car for a week will cost less and will be only €23. The situation is similar with other models of the budget segment. Among them are Ford Fusion, Ford Foxus Estate, Opel Mokka, which can be rented for as little as €57-€59 per day. Approximately for €75in Paris you can rent a convertible car. Premium segment models are more expensive, the rental will cost from €282 per day. If we talk about exclusive models, then when ordering them, you should be prepared for an amount of 450€ or more for daily use.
Recently, in Paris has seen a rise in demand for electric car rentals. They do not pollute nature and save money. The city has free parking and cheap charging stations. To rent an electric car in Paris, select the appropriate filter in the car search and fill in the dates you need. The best option could be Hyundai Ioniq.
Required documents for rental cars
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
Paris car rental tips
Download desired area of Google maps for offline access
Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.
Early Booking Discount
Paris is a popular holiday destination and the car rental service is in great demand here. Therefore, it is recommended to book a car in advance. When booking online, you know exactly which car, for what price and under what conditions you will get in Paris. The main advantage of early booking is the cost savings. The less time left before the start of the rental, the higher the cost of the rental becomes. The optimal period for booking in rental companies is 6 weeks before receiving the car. If you book early, two days before receiving the car, you can cancel the order without any penalties.
Which car to choose
The compact model is relevant for city trips in Paris. It can be Fiat Panda or Ford Fiesta. Mountain routes require a more powerful four-wheel drive vehicle - Ford Foxus Estate or similar model. You can order an SUV for just €46 per day;
What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance advice
Rental companies in Paris may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:
Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged.
Check out the fuel policy
When renting a car, you should pay attention to the fuel policy of rental companies. Often, when renting, tourists have to pay the cost of a full tank of fuel. This option is suitable for long-term rentals and long trips. But if you're only renting Paris for a day or two, or if you're only planning short trips, such as to a small island, then you probably won't need a full tank. You can get acquainted with the fuel policy in the "Important information" section of the car you have chosen.
Unlimited mileage
According to the rental conditions, the mileage can be limited or unlimited. Travel lovers should choose the option without a limit. It will cost more, but in the end it will save. Check the appropriate box to filter offers with unlimited mileage.
Compare prices and conditions from different car rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Paris, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
How to choose a rental company
Pay attention to the car park. Large and reliable companies regularly buy new cars.
Our clients name the top companies in Paris - sixt with an average rating 9.8 points and budget with 9.7 points.
We show all the rental conditions of different companies. Read the rules carefully before booking a car.
Car pick-up procedure
Getting a rented car in Paris is as follows: You show the manager a voucher, as well as the necessary documents - a passport and an international driver's license. The manager draws up a lease agreement, after which the agreed amount of the security deposit will be blocked on your bank card. Before receiving the car, it is necessary to inspect it, fix the existing damage and inform the manager about them.
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