10-Day France Road Trip from Chambery traveling south to Avignon, Monaco, Marseille, and Carcassonne

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Chambery. You’ll stay in Chambery for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Chambery has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible La Fontaine des Éléphants. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,431 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

Chambery also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in France!

Day 2 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Chambery and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Avignon. You will stay in Avignon for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Chambery is the amazing Savoie Grand Revard. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,842 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Cirque De Saint-Meme. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,319 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Chambery by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Avignon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Avenio, one of the best restaurants in the city of Avignon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant EAT as one of the best restaurants in the city of Avignon. Restaurant EAT is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 515 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Avignon is Le Vintage. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,980 customers.

After dinner, visit O'Collins's Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Avignon. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,425 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'Explo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 823 customers.

Alternatively, Restaurant Bar à Vin Le 46 is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Avignon. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 637 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through France!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Palais des Papes. This attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 616,210 people visit Palais des Papes every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Cabrières-d'Avignon is another excellent way to spend your new day in France. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to France’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of France’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Castle Hill in the city of Nice for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,646 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Nice is the outstanding place Masséna. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,132 visitors, this square deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Albert I Garden. This attraction, a stunning urban park, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,739 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Monaco.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Rascasse, one of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,566 customers.

Locals also recommend Steak 'n Shake Monaco as one of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco. Steak 'n Shake Monaco is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,351 customers.

After dinner, visit Buddha-Bar Monte-Carlo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Monaco. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,868 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Twiga. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 506 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through France!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Monaco and the city of Mougins. You’ll stay in Marseille for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Prince's Palace of Monaco. This excellent attraction is a palace that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,604 visitors.

Around 27,883 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of France, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in France. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Mougins. This popular attraction is a movie theater and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 18,284 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Marseille.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille, Twist Avenue. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Locals recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. AM par Alexandre Mazzia is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is Le Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Marseille, Carry Nation. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like O'Malley. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

La Caravelle is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Marseille, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Marseille.

Today you'll explore the city of Marseille. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Calanques National Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 visitors.

Parc Borély is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Marseille. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Marseille is Palais Longchamp. This amazing attraction is a water tower and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This church building is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Marseille.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille, like La cigale vieux port. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Marseille. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Locals enjoy Trattoria Marco, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Marseille. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 725 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Marseille, Bar Bu. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Marengo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

La dame du mont is another of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through France!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Arles. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Carcassonne for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Arles’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Arles, start your day with a visit to the amazing Alpilles Natural Regional Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,184 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Château des Baux-de-Provence. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,346 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Carrières des Lumières to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Carrières des Lumières is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors.

The lovely Arles Amphitheatre is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,060 visitors have left this roman amphitheatre average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Arles has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Carcassonne. Carcassonne offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 7 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Carcassonne and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nimes. You will stay in Nimes for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Carcassonne is the amazing Château Comtal. This attraction is a castle that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,201 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Carcassonne is the outstanding Cité de Carcassonne. This popular fortress and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

The spectacular Basilique Saint Nazaire is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating church and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,146 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Carcassonne by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Nimes, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Instant T, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

Locals also recommend Gard O Wine as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. Gard O Wine is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

After dinner, visit O’Flaherty’s, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Alternatively, La bonne mousse is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through France!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Nimes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nimes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Nimes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Haribo Candy Museum. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 17,011 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pont du Gard to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Pont du Gard is an arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

The lovely Pont du Gard Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,292 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nimes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lyon. Lyon offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Bouchon Tupin. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 969 reviews.

The remarkable L'Institut Restaurant is another top restaurant in Lyon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Flair Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lyon, the fantastic L Bar food & drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Phantom of the Opera. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Black Forest Society. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 9 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Chambery for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Lyon Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

This popular minor basilica and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The spectacular parc de la Tête d'Or is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Grand Parc Miribel Jonage. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 12,314 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Chambery, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through France!

Day 10 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Chambery before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Parc du Clos Savoiroux is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Chambery. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 144 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Chambery and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in France.

You’ll then say farewell to Chambery. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in France!