Car hire in Nice

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Our car rental agencies in Nice offer a selection of vehicles suitable for city driving, business trips and longer journeys. You can choose a practical city car perfect for navigating city streets or narrow winding routes through hilltop villages, a comfortable sedan or an SUV offering more space. Additional equipment is also available including GPS, child seats plus additional driver options.

Ahead of your Avis car rental in Nice, you can enjoy discounts of up to 10% on your booking plus fast-track service and exclusive offers when you join Avis Preferred, our free loyalty scheme.

Can I pick up my rental car in Nice and return it to another location?
Yes. One-way car rental with Avis makes travel easy. You can collect your car in Nice and return it to another Avis office elsewhere in Europe depending on your travel plans.

What are the age requirements for hiring a car in Nice?
The minimum age to rent a car in France is 21. A young driver surcharge may apply to drivers under 25, and certain premium vehicle groups may have higher age restrictions.

Is it worth hiring a car in Nice?
Collecting a rental car in Nice give you complete freedom to explore Provence and the whole of the South of France with its stunning coastal cities like Cannes and St Tropez without relying on public transport.

What type of vehicle should I choose to get around Nice? 
A compact car is generally suitable for navigating city streets and winding roads and parking in towns and villages. For greater comfort on longer journeys, a sedan or SUV may be more appropriate.

If you're driving in Nice for the first time, we’ve unlocked France’s driving rules and regulations for your journey so you can familiarise yourself with key road rules for France  before you travel.

Perhaps the best way to start exploring Nice is by heading to the characteristic Old Town with its winding streets and alleys, shops and small restaurants. Visit the daily (except for Mondays) flower market at Cours Saleya and savour the sights and smells of this local institution.

Stroll along the Promenade des Anglais lined with palm trees and flanking the pebble beaches. Head to the Marc Chagall Museum, the largest permanent collection of the artist's works. Works by Matisse, with their typical Mediterranean light, are on show at the Musée Matisse in a seventeenth-century villa overlooking the sea.

Nice makes an ideal touring base for the Côte d'Azur. Whether you choose to head north towards Monaco and the Italian border, or south to Cannes and St Tropez, we've got all you need for a great adventure. To make your trip extra special, book one of our luxury vehicles and experience car rental in true style.

Take the breathtaking coastal road to the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula and visit the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. The enchanting villa dates from the early 20th century and is set in beautiful landscaped gardens. Stroll among roses, cacti and gargoyles before ending up at the musical fountains – a treat for all the senses.

Monaco capital of the principality of Monte Carlo is around a half hour's drive from Nice, and well worth a visit. A quick glance at the supercars in Place du Casino or the luxury yachts in the sea below shows you this truly is the playground of the rich and famous (and the home of many Formula 1 drivers). Don’t miss the changing of the guard at the Prince's Palace.

Head south towards Cannes and if you’re a film fan, head to the Palais des Festivals to check out the vast collection of celebrity handprints on the pavement outside.

• Dramatic drives on the Cote d'Azur    
• The loveliest villages on the French Riveria

Avis offers a rental experience designed to make your travels easier from the moment you arrive in Nice. Our Nice car rental locations offer quick vehicle collection so you can continue your journey without delay.

• Fully flexible
  Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers.

• Savings on coverage
  When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover.

• Loyalty benefits
  Join our free loyalty programme Avis Preferred, and benefit from priority service, discounts and more.

• Faster collection
  Save time at the counter by registering your details in advance with our simple and free QuickPass. You could be on the road sooner than you think.

• VIP treatment
  Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.