When you come to Rennes on a train that terminates at Rennes Train Station, then you do not have much to worry about moving around the city, because the situation is located right in the heart of the central business district. The station is an old facility whose construction dates back to 1857. The city was small by the time of Rennes Train Station’s construction, and since then the city has grown around the station leaving it at its heart.

You may want to use the amenities at the station if you are not in hurry to go to your hotel. Some of the amenities are a shop where you can purchase some things that you may need, a washroom that almost every traveler will need after arriving at Rennes Train Station, a restaurant for some refreshments, financial services like the forex bureaus and ATMs and many other amenities that you would expect at a train station.

Moving around Rennes

Rennes Train Station may be at the center of the city but that does not mean that you will not need mobility. Your hotel may be at a walking distance from Rennes Train Station, but you will need to visit distant attraction sites or meeting places. Shuttle buses may suffice but will not take you to the exact location you need, and the taxis on the other hand will be costly as they charge per trip. The only feasible option is to rent-a-car at Rennes Train Station, which you will pay a one-off charge and use the vehicle for the whole vacation. Car rental booths belonging to the major car hire companies are strategically located in Rennes Train Station.

Approach one and the booking for your appropriate rental car will take just a few minutes, and you will be driving out of the train station in a very short time.

Rennes Attractions

A rental car will take you to many attraction sites, where you can also participate in various activities. Some of the sites are;

Thabor Gardens – A public garden that you can visit or take your family for relaxation. This park just like Rennes Train Station is located in the center of the city.
The Old Town – The beauty of walking along the streets of Rennes is that you will enjoy to see the architectural beauty of the city.
Basilica Saint Sauveur – Most of the worship places are masterpieces, and you will want to visit them to see their ancient architecture.