10-Day France road trip from Paris to Reims, Metz, and Troyes

Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.
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Duration
10 days & 9 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
9 nights included
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10 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 10-day road trip through France.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in France. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 4 nights in Paris, 2 nights in Reims, 2 nights in Metz, and 1 night in Troyes, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Paris, Reims, Fresne-lès-Reims, Metz, Strasbourg, Nancy, and Troyes. We'll help you experience the best 10 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Paris, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in France, including the stunning Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in France. From the magnificent Arc de Triomphe to the breathtaking Champ de Mars and Jardin du Luxembourg, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Paris, Reims, Fresne-lès-Reims, Metz, Strasbourg, Nancy, and Troyes, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in France.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in France. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through France.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in France.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything France has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of France. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 9 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 9 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in France extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in France fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in France today!

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Included

Hotel, 9 nights
Rental car, 10 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 4 nights
Reims - city in FranceReims / 2 nights
Photo of traditional half-timbered houses on picturesque canals in La Petite France in the medieval fairytale town of Strasbourg, France.Strasbourg
Nancy - city in FranceNancy
Photo of Metz city view of Petit Saulcy an Temple Neuf and Moselle River in Summer, France.Metz / 2 nights
Troyes - city in FranceTroyes / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
Photo of beautiful summer view of Louvre Museum, one of the world's most important museums, historic monument and parisian landmark, Paris, France.Louvre Museum
Photo of Disneyland Paris castle, France.Disneyland Paris
Photo of Arc de Triomphe  Early in the morning with the French flag, France.Arc de Triomphe
Photo of Champ de Mars view from top of Eiffel tower looking down see the entire city as a beautiful classic architecture, France.Champ de Mars
Photo of the Sacred Heart (Sacre Cœur Basilica),on Montmartre hill, Paris, France.Sacré-Cœur
Photo of Luxembourg gardens and palace with puffy clouds in Paris, France.Jardin du Luxembourg
Photo of Corner of the Tuileries Garden with flower bed and alley with sculptures in Paris in springtime, France.Tuileries Garden
Photo of the Musee d'Orsay is a museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine.Musée d'Orsay
Photo of Cathedral of our lady of strasbourg in France.Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of The Panthéon is a monument in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, France.Panthéon
photo of the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
Photo of Palais or Opera Garnier & The National Academy of Music in Paris, France.Palais Garnier
Photo of Place Stanislas, Nancy ,France at night.Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance in Nancy
Pont Alexandre IIIPont Alexandre III
Old gothic cathedral of Reims, FranceReims Cathedral
photo of the famous Chateau de Chantilly (Chantilly Castle, 1560) at beautiful morning, is a historic chateau located in town of Chantilly, France.Château de Chantilly
photo of Park de la Orangerie in Strasbourg scenic beautiful view, Alsace region of France.Parc de l'Orangerie
Place Kléber, Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FrancePlace Kléber
Parc de l'Étoile
Place Drouet d'ErlonPlace Drouet-d’Erlon
photo of Parc Léo Lagrange in Reims, France.Parc Léo Lagrange
photo of Parc de Champagne with people enjoying the beautiful view in Reims, France.Parc de Champagne
Saint-Remi Basilica in Reims, Champagne, FranceBasilica of Saint-Remi
Chantilly Racecourse
Cathédrale Saint-Pierre Saint-Paul
Museum of Fine Arts in Nancy, Saint-Nicolas - Charles III - Ville vieille - Trois Maisons - Léopold, Nancy, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FranceMuseum of Fine Arts in Nancy
photo of Square de la Patte d'Oie in Reims, France.Square de la Patte d'Oie
Museum sign.Musée Automobile Reims Champagne
CryptoportiqueCryptoportique
Villa Demoiselle, Champagne Pommery in ReimsChampagne Vranken - Villa Demoiselle
Ponds of Commelles
photo of Convent of the Cordeliers of Reims in Reims, France.Ruines du Couvent des Cordeliers

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Day 1 – Paris - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Paris - arrival day

  • Paris - Arrival day
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  • Pont Alexandre III
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Paris. You’ll stay in Paris for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Paris has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Pont Alexandre III. This attraction is a deck arch bridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 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 Paris, Restaurant Guy Savoy. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Paris is Le Bistrot Du Perigord. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

Locals recommend Kitchen Galerie Bis as one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

Paris also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Paris is Le Calbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Paris is Little Red Door. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Paris

Day 2

Day 2 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 32 km, 1 hour 40 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • More

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

Eiffel Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower attracts about 6,207,303 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Arc de Triomphe. Attracting 2,743,823 annual visitors, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sacré-Cœur. This church building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Each year, approximately 11,000,000 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic La Villette. This commune of france is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 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 Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Jules Verne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Locals enjoy Les Fous de l'Île, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, The Bombardier. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Paris

Day 3

Day 3 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 8 km, 1 hour 4 min

  • Palais Garnier
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Louvre Museum
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On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Palais Garnier. This incredible attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 visitors.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Tuileries Garden. This amazing attraction is a garden and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Musée d'Orsay. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,651,616 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Louvre Museum. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 visitors. Louvre Museum hosts around 2,825,000 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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 Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Restaurant Île de la Réunion. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

L'Imprévu Café is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, The Highlander. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Velvet Bar Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,018 customers.

Café de Paris V is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Paris, Melun, and Reims

Day 4

Day 4 – Paris, Melun, and Reims

  • Paris
  • Reims
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Drive 155 km, 2 hours 14 min

  • Panthéon
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Disneyland Paris
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Paris and embark on a scenic drive to Reims, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Paris 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 Paris. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Panthéon. This attraction is a mausoleum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction, a beloved urban park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Riad. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 788 customers.

Locals also recommend Au Cul de Poule, another of the best restaurants in Reims. Au Cul de Poule is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 741 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Millénaire. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 655 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Dropkick bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Reims, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 738 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Clos. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Clos has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 878 customers.

Au Fût et à mesure is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 532 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!

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Day 5 – Fresne-lès-Reims and Reims

Day 5

Day 5 – Fresne-lès-Reims and Reims

  • Reims
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Drive 9 km, 59 min

  • Parc Léo Lagrange
  • Basilica of Saint-Remi
  • Parc de Champagne
  • Champagne Vranken - Villa Demoiselle
  • Musée Automobile Reims Champagne
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On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Reims, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Reims.

Today you'll explore the city of Fresne-lès-Reims. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Parc Léo Lagrange. This incredible attraction is a green space and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,352 visitors.

Basilica of Saint-Remi is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Fresne-lès-Reims. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,786 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Fresne-lès-Reims is Parc de Champagne. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,001 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Villa Demoiselle. This building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 663 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Automobile Museum Reims-Champagne. This museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 987 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 Reims.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Reims, like Restaurant Le Foch. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 365 customers.

Les coudes sur la table is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Reims. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 207 customers.

Locals enjoy The Market Brew House, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Reims. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 295 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Reims, BiBoViNo. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 116 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Pub l'Escale. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

Delirium café is another of the best bars in the city of Reims. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 420 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Fresne-lès-Reims and Metz

Day 6

Day 6 – Fresne-lès-Reims and Metz

  • Reims
  • Metz
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Drive 191 km, 2 hours 29 min

  • Cryptoportique
  • Ruines du Couvent des Cordeliers
  • Reims Cathedral
  • Place Drouet-d’Erlon
  • Square de la Patte d'Oie
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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 Fresne-lès-Reims. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Metz. You’ll stay in Metz for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Fresne-lès-Reims’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Fresne-lès-Reims, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cryptoportique de Reims. This much-appreciated archaeological site and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 786 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Couvent des Cordeliers de Reims. This convent and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 133 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Reims Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Reims Cathedral is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,030 visitors.

The lovely place Drouet-d’Erlon is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,651 visitors have left this square average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Jardin de la Patte d'oie. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,261 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Fresne-lès-Reims has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Metz. Metz 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 La Winstub. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 975 reviews.

The remarkable CHEZ BAPTISTE is another top restaurant in Metz we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 731 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Au Coeur du Liban is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 688 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Metz, the fantastic Les BerThoM Metz. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,261 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Vivian's Pub Fairy. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,067 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Irish-Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 873 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 7 – Strasbourg and Metz

Day 7

Day 7 – Strasbourg and Metz

  • Strasbourg
  • Metz
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Drive 337 km, 4 hours 4 min

  • Parc de l'Étoile
  • Parc de l'Orangerie
  • Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg
  • Place Kléber
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Metz, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Metz.

Today you'll explore the city of Strasbourg. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Zoo d'Amnéville. This incredible attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 15,712 visitors.

Metz Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Strasbourg. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,783 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Strasbourg is Centre Pompidou-Metz. Attracting 552,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Centre Pompidou-Metz is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,478 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 Metz.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Metz, like La Goulue. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 697 customers.

Santa Maria is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Metz. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 480 customers.

Locals enjoy Les Copains d'abord, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Metz. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Metz, La Winstub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 975 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Aux Paraiges. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 928 customers.

Le Bistrot de G is another of the best bars in the city of Metz. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

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

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Day 8 – Villers-lès-Nancy, Strasbourg, and Troyes

Day 8

Day 8 – Villers-lès-Nancy, Strasbourg, and Troyes

  • Nancy
  • Troyes
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Drive 245 km, 3 hours 36 min

  • Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance in Nancy
  • Museum of Fine Arts in Nancy
  • Cathédrale Saint-Pierre Saint-Paul
  • More

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Metz and embark on a scenic drive to Troyes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Metz and Nancy 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 Metz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Zoo d'Amnéville. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 15,712 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Metz Cathedral. This attraction, a beloved catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,783 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Metz is the stunning Centre Pompidou-Metz. This art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,478 visitors. Approximately 552,000 travelers come to Metz every year to see this fascinating attraction.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance in Nancy. This attraction is an architectural ensemble that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 27,905 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Museum of Fine Arts in Nancy. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,305 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Nancy, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Troyes. When you arrive in Troyes 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 Le fer à gus. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 258 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Gotham, another of the best restaurants in Troyes. Le Gotham is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 236 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Dropkick Bar Troyes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 464 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Meltdown Troyes to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Troyes, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 393 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Le Ranch. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bar Le Ranch has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 318 customers.

BARCI-BARLA is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 368 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!

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Day 9 – Beauvais and Paris

Day 9

Day 9 – Beauvais and Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 274 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • Château de Chantilly
  • Chantilly Racecourse
  • Ponds of Commelles
  • More

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Troyes and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Troyes and Oise 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 Troyes. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Cathédrale Saint-Pierre Saint-Paul. This attraction is a church that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,502 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Mills Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,021 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Troyes is the stunning Basilica of St. Urbain. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 701 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château de Chantilly. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,488 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Chantilly Racecourse. This best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,718 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Ponds of Commelles. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 463 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Oise, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Paris. When you arrive in Paris 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 Le Restaurant Vingt Spts. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 628 customers.

Locals also recommend Joséphine Chez Dumonet, another of the best restaurants in Paris. Joséphine Chez Dumonet is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 customers.

After dinner, visit Les Fous de l'Île to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'Imprévu Café. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. L'Imprévu Café has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Le Requin Chagrin is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 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!

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Day 10 – Paris - departure day

Day 10

Day 10 – Paris - departure day

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Day 10 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Paris 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.

Jardin des plantes is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Paris. This botanical garden and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Paris at Alliance before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

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

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