10-Day France Road Trip from Marseille traveling north to Valence, Lyon, and Nimes

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Marseille has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Friche la Belle de Mai. This attraction is a bar and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,400 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.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille, Twist Avenue. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is AM par Alexandre Mazzia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bouchon Provençal as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

Marseille also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Marseille is Carry Nation. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Marseille is O'Malley. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Locals also enjoy La Caravelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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

On day 2 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 2 nights 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 Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Marseille Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Les Petits Trains de Marseille. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,053 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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!

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

One of the best places to visit in the city of Marseille is the amazing Centre Commercial Centre Bourse. This attraction is a shopping mall and is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 16,249 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Marseille 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 Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon) for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Palais des Papes. This top sight is a spectacular palace that has over 616,210 yearly visitors. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors, this palace deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Jardin des doms. This attraction, a stunning urban park, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 travelers.

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

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Valence and embark on a scenic drive to Lyon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Valence and Lyon Metropolis before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Valence. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc Jouvet. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,363 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Fontaine monumentale. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 810 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Valence is the stunning Musée de Valence, art et archéologie. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 625 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable iFLY Lyon. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,468 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible parc de la Tête d'Or. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Lyon Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors.

The lovely Musée Miniature et Cinéma is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,540 visitors have left this museum an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Place Bellecour is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Lyon Metropolis. This point of interest is a square rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 20,560 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Lyon Metropolis, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Lyon. When you arrive in Lyon you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Lyon. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lyon, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Phantom of the Opera. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Phantom of the Opera has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Black Forest Society is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

You still have 1 night left in Lyon.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,363 visitors.

Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Fresque des Lyonnais. This amazing attraction is a fresco and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,927 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Wall of the Canuts. This fresco and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,157 visitors.

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

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon, like Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

Le Mirtillo is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lyon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

Locals enjoy Betty's Bar, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lyon. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lyon, Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Dam's Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

The King Arthur is another of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Nimes for 3 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Parc Jouvet. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,363 visitors.

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 Espeisses Woods for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Nimes. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,395 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Musée de la Romanité in the city of Nimes. Hosting around 25,271 visitors every year, Musée de la Romanité is one of the best places to visit in Nimes. This attraction, a stunning museum, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Fontaine Pradier. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 704 travelers, the magnificent Fontaine Pradier is clearly one of the top sights in the area.

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

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

Locals 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.

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

You could also relax with a drink 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.

La bonne mousse is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Nimes, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Nimes.

Today you'll explore the city of Nimes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Aigues mortes. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,818 visitors.

Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nimes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,652 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nimes is Pont du Gard Museum. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,292 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Pont du Gard. This arch bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Haribo Candy Museum. This museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 17,011 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes, like Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

Les Caves de Bernis is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nimes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nimes, L'Instant T. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Prolé. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

Barberousse Nîmes is another of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

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

On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Nimes, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Nimes.

Today you'll explore the city of Montpellier. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,915 visitors.

Comedy Square is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Montpellier. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Montpellier is Arc de Triomphe. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,323 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Jardin des plantes de Montpellier. This botanical garden and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,446 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nimes, Gard O Wine. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Big Ben Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 295 customers.

Livestation DIY - Nîmes is another of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

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

Day 9 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 Arles and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Marseille. You will stay in Marseille for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Arles is the amazing Arles Amphitheatre. This attraction is a roman amphitheatre that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Château des Baux-de-Provence. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Arles is the outstanding Carrières des Lumières. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Arles 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 Marseille, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try O'Bidul, one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 461 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 184 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is Le Panier Marseillais. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers.

After dinner, visit The Champ De Mars, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'unic Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 341 customers.

Alternatively, Beer District Marseille is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 customers.

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 Marseille 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.

Palais Longchamp is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Marseille. This water tower and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Marseille at La Cantine de Nour d'Égypte before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Chez Marinette for your last chance at a meal in the city of Marseille. The Chez Marinette restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 423 customers.

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