Popular places to visit
Annecy Castle
It won’t be hard to take a good photo of the gorgeous views across Lake Annecy from this ancient castle, which also houses a fascinating museum.
Palais de l Ile
Feel as though you are stepping back in time with a visit to this wonderful historic house and former prison set in the middle of the River Thiou.
Musee-Chateau
You can study the exhibits at Musee-Chateau, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Annecy. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
Church of St. Maurice
Discover some of Annecy’s long history during a visit to the town’s oldest church, a grand Gothic structure that dates back to the 15th century.
Church of St. Francis
Find a moment of peace in this beautiful and historic Baroque place of worship, where members of Annecy’s Italian community come for Mass.
Amours Bridge
Learn about the local history of Annecy when you spend time at Amours Bridge. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
Things to do
Annecy Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience
Top hotels in Vieille Ville & Lakefront
![Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts d'Annecy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13130000/13121300/13121286/a9b2b647_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2023
![Hôtel ibis Annecy Centre Vieille Ville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19042/09ea7297_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024
![Hôtel du Château Annecy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691100/2691067/e6a39215_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024
![Les loges Annecy Vieille ville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6931200/6931172/a279809e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024
![Absolute peace and quiet in the heart of the picturesque quarters of the old town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74860000/74854700/74854673/92ee3b2d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 May 2024
![L'Impérial Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/890900/890873/4dc2cbca_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Vieille Ville & Lakefront
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Annecy Old Town
Travellers come to Annecy Old Town for its lake views, and you can see top attractions like Lake Annecy and Church of St. Maurice while you're in town.
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Novel
Though Novel may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Annecy Aventure and Centre Commercial Courier.
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Cran-Gevrier
Travellers enjoy Cran-Gevrier for its restaurants and lake views. Consider checking out Thiou while you're in the area.