Go and discover the riches of Nantes and its surroundings by car
Car rental in Nantes for a family getaway
Enjoy a car rental in Nantes to visit one of the most dynamic cities in France with your family!
Nantes is a vibrant and pleasant city that attracts many tourists each year who are passionate about history and seeking a certain art of living. A green city, rich in beautiful heritage that it aims to preserve, it will surely charm you. Numerous car rental agencies in Nantes are at your disposal; you can take advantage of this to make a stop in the small surrounding towns.
Things to do in downtown Nantes
The Château des Ducs de Bretagne: this architectural ensemble includes buildings from the 14th to the 18th century and ramparts from the 15th century. Residence of the last Duke of Brittany, François II, it has been classified as a historical monument since 1840 and houses a museum dedicated to the history of Nantes. It is located in the medieval part, the Bouffay district, which is a pedestrian area. To access it, park your car at the Château parking lot, and you can then reach it on foot.
Nearby, take a stroll in the neo-classical part of the city: leave your car in one of the surrounding parking lots and visit the Feydeau Island, the Place Royale and Place Graslin, the Saint-Pierre and Saint-André courtyards, and the Gothic-style Cathedral of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul.
On the banks of the Loire, at the site of the former shipyards, don’t miss the famous “Machines of Nantes.” If the Wilson parking lot is full, you can park your car in two other nearby parking lots. Both a show and an artistic project, it is a very popular attraction for families with children.
Around Nantes
Enjoying a car rental in Nantes will give you access to many sites of interest around Nantes. The banks of the Erdre, which are developed for walking, include many charming small towns such as Carquefou. Two castles are classified as historical monuments, the Seilleraye and the Epinaye, both from the 17th century.
In Saint-Herblain, architecture enthusiasts will not miss the visit to the Abbey of Tillay (14th century), nor especially the Church of Saint-Hermeland (15th century), classified as a historical monument. The Château de l’Essongère is built near a farm constructed in the 16th and 17th centuries, featuring an old press. End your journey with a bucolic walk along the banks of the Erdre.
