Rental cars in Paris from $31

If your trip to Paris is all sorted out but your itinerary is looking a little empty, we can give you a few hints and tips.You might need to ask your boss for an extra week off, because Paris is overflowing with iconic attractions. First cab off the rank should be Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame. You won’t want to miss Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe either.You’ll have to rise and shine if you want to check out all the interesting attractions this place has to offer. Forum des Halles and Palais Royal are no-brainers. Pont Neuf and Museum Georges Pompidou shouldn’t be forgotten either.Not too far from the city center, Champs-Elysees is one spot you might like to consider adding to your must-see list. Centre Pompidou and Rue Cler are also close by and worth taking the time to see.

Discover the delights of nearby Chantilly. What’s 25 miles when you have your very own car? The journey there is half the fun! Explore the area starting with Chateau de Chantilly, Dolce Chantilly Golf Club and Castle Pontarme. The locals are also likely to point you in the direction of Fontainebleau, 35 miles away. If you only have time for one thing here, make sure it’s Chateau de Fontainebleau. (But we’d also highly recommend Forêt de Fontainebleau and Fontainebleau Golf Club.)

If you have some serious work-related business to attend to in Paris, there’s a high chance you’ll be spending lots of time at a major convention center. If that’s the case, you might want to hear about the ones that have hotels and cafés nearby:

• Palais Abbatial (1 mile away).
• Pavillon Vendome (1 mile away).
• Palais des Congres de Paris (3 miles away).

If it’s your first time in Paris, you’re in for a treat. With big-name sights like Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum, you’ll wonder why you didn’t book your break sooner. But like all major metropolises, getting behind the wheel can be tricky — so why not choose a compact car? Parking is a piece of cake and handling is about as effortless as it gets. Alternatively, if you’d rather steer clear of the downtown area and visit the more remote rivers in Ile-de-France, nothing beats an SUV or a four-wheel drive.

Sometimes the journey is more significant than the destination, which makes choosing the right car important. If you’re planning an amazing road trip around Paris, a spacious SUV could be your perfect match. If you’re looking for the best possible price and plan on sticking mostly to the city, a budget compact is hard to beat. All you have to do is decide what’s the best fit, throw your bags in the back seat, and hit the wide, open road.

In Paris, you’ll have to stick to the right-hand side. When exploring someplace new, it’s always a wise idea to select an automatic car. That way, you can focus on the road ahead and not worry about gear changes.

It’s relatively easy to find a car space in Paris, though you might struggle to get a spot in the biggest and busiest streets. Booking a hotel that has parking included is a smart move.

Paris has a population of approximately 2,138,600, so prepare for some heavier traffic. The roads are busy before and after work, especially in the downtown area.

Speed limits vary in Paris, but generally range from 50km/h to 130km/h. Most residential roads have a maximum speed of 50km/h unless stated otherwise.

Generally speaking, your rental car company will charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card, including local taxes and surcharges. Otherwise, they may share your information with local authorities, who’ll then send a fine to your postal address.

It is illegal to use your cell phone while cruising in your car around Paris, and you may also be charged a fine for just handling your phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. However, using hands-free or Bluetooth functions is allowed, as long as you stay focused on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while driving in Paris is 0.05%. If you’re in the mood for a big night, leave your car behind and organize a different way of getting home instead.

Yes, you are allowed to turn on a red light in Paris. But before doing so, you have to bring the car to a complete stop. Proceed only when the coast is clear of approaching traffic.

Subject to a few exceptions, seat belts must be worn in Ile-de-France.