Car Parking in Nantes
Nantes has quietly become one of France's most liveable cities, and the centre is largely pedestrianised. Driving in is possible but the tram and bus network make it unnecessary for most visits. Several garages cover the areas around the château and the main shopping streets. Rates are reasonable for a city this size. Park and Ride options exist on the outskirts for those coming from further out. Below you'll find the best options and current rates.
Street parking in Nantes
Central street parking in Nantes is possible, but it is usually not the best option if you want to spend several hours in town. In practice, the city and transport network push visitors towards relay parking for a reason.
The centre is easier to enjoy once the car is out of the way. That is especially true if your plans are focused on shopping, walking through the centre or spending most of the day in Nantes.
Street parking in Nantes is mainly useful for short visits
For a full day in town, P+R is usually the simpler option.
Cheap car parking in Nantes: how to do it
The easiest low-cost option is usually P+R. For occasional users, the official P+R ticket gives up to 24 hours of parking plus a return trip on public transport for up to 5 people travelling together.
That makes the relay network especially attractive for families or small groups who want a simple arrival into the city.
Street parking Nantes
Possible in the centre Best for shorter visitsLower-cost option
Naolib P+R €4.50 for up to 24hPublic transport included
Up to 5 people Return trip includedP+R parking in Nantes
Nantes Métropole and Naolib both show that P+R is a serious part of the city’s parking strategy. Some sites are freely accessible and some are controlled, but the basic idea is the same: leave the car at the edge and continue by tram or bus.
That is often the easiest way to keep a city visit simple from the start.
Our advice for car parking in Nantes
For a full day in Nantes, P+R is usually the simplest and most practical option.
Based on official Nantes Métropole and Naolib information about park-and-ride.