Hiring a car in Cannes
SIXT branches in Cannes ⚑Two branches serve the city: Cannes Croisette and Cannes Train Station SNCF. Both put you close to the A8 for the Riviera. | Speed limits in Cannes ⚠Town centres are capped at 50 km/h (31 mph); motorways allow up to 130 km/h (81 mph), dropping to 110 km/h (68 mph) in rain. Priorité à droite still applies at some unmarked junctions. |
Tolls around Cannes £Tolls apply on the A8 autoroute connecting Cannes to nearby cities, paid by card, cash, or a Liber-t tag. Monaco has no internal tolls. | Parking in Cannes ⓅParking Palais des Festivals, Parking Gare, and Parking Forville cover the Croisette, the train station, and Le Suquet old town. |
Day trips from Cannes ☀
| Car categories in Cannes ⚙Cannes bookings cover SUVs, automatics, convertibles, luxury cars, and minibuses. Convertibles are the most popular choice among our Cannes customers. |
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Cannes car hire
If you’re looking to hire a car in Cannes, then SIXT can provide an unrivalled service, ensuring all your car hire needs are met. We have convenient locations downtown, at Cannes Train Station and close to the city’s famous Croisette beach. Our professional and friendly staff will assist you with everything you need, providing expert advice on the most suitable vehicles for you and your journey ahead, with an array of top of the range models from compact cars, premium saloons, and convertibles to SUVs, great for coastal and country drives.
SIXT services in Cannes
When looking for the best way to get around and explore the Cote D’Azur, then Cannes car hire with SIXT is a great option, stress-free and affordable. Choose from several different models such as premium saloons, estates, and SUVs, with a large range of brands available, particularly Audi and BMW. For those sunny days driving along the coast, a range of stylish convertibles is also available from one-day rentals to long-term rentals. To make your journey more comfortable, we can throw in some bookable extras like child seats, sat navs, protection packages and an additional driver.
What to do while in Cannes
Cannes is more than just the glitz and glamour of its annual film festival. Just a 10-minute drive away into the hills is the stunning La Croix des Gardes, a natural forest park filled with hikes and trails, a lovely place for a summer walk and picnic. Le Suquet, the Old Town, is a fantastic insight into Cannes of the 18th and 19th centuries, while Musee de la Castre located within a medieval castle has stunning views of the city and the Cote D’Azur.
Summer 2026 in Cannes
From beaches to sailing, to exploring the green hills that surround the city, visiting Cannes in the summer is a must. You’ll find that Cannes car hire with SIXT will allow you to explore this stunning place in comfort and style. For some sun and sea, check out Croisette beach and Plage du Midi, and if you fancy sailing on a luxury boat, you’re in the right place.
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Good to know when hiring in Cannes
In France drivers can drive as young as 18 years old as long as they have a valid licence for at least 2 years. A surcharge applies to those under 25 years of age.
Cancellation is free when you select ‘pay later’ during booking, this way you can pay on arrival in case any of your plans might change.
During the booking period, choose a separate pick-up and drop-off location to check availability, it must be organized beforehand, or charges will apply.