Car hire Carpentras

Carpentras is a small town located in the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region in southern France. The town is not really considered a tourist destination although it is still known to draw visitors because of its annual festivals and because of the famous Truffle market during the winter. It also makes for a suitable travel base for exploring the region. This is why travelers usually arrange for cheap car hire in Carpentras so they can easily get around the area.

Driving is the best mode of transport around south eastern France. Using a car rental in Carpentras, visitors can head out of town and down to Avignon, one of the major cities in Provence. This interesting city is known for the Le Palais des Papes or Palace of the Popes which was built in the 14th century. Other known attractions include Place de L'Horlodge, Place du Palais and the Place Pie.

From there, visitors can head further down south to the town of Arles. The town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its Roman Ampitheatre which dates back to the second century BC. There are also a number of attractions accessible with a car hire in Carpentras. These include Musée Réattu, Lou Museon Arlaten and the Pont Van Gogh.

Further out, visitors can continue their southern excursions to Aix-en-Provence where they can find more attractions such as the many fountains downtown. Visitors usually go to the largest one on Cours Mirabeau. There is also a city market which sells all sorts of merchandise.