10-Day France road trip from Perpignan to Marseille, Avignon, Lyon, and Nimes

Perpignan has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 Perpignan, O Shannon. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

Perpignan also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Perpignan is O'Flaherty's. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Perpignan is Arena Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 361 customers.

Locals also enjoy Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

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

You still have 2 nights left in Perpignan.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Beach Paulilles. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,684 visitors.

Château Royal de Collioure is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,884 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Palace of the Kings of Majorca. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,906 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding CAVES BYRRH. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,597 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Salses Fortress. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,683 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Perpignan, O Shannon. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Black pearl 66. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 155 customers.

La Divine is another of the best bars in the city of Perpignan. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 141 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 3 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 Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 2 nights. 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 Musée départemental de l'Arles antique. This much-appreciated archaeological museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,817 visitors. Each year, around 70,230 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church. This church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 965 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Roman Theatre of Arles to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Roman Theatre of Arles is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,900 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 Marseille. Marseille 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 Twist Avenue. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 618 reviews.

The remarkable AM par Alexandre Mazzia is another top restaurant in Marseille we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Bouchon Provençal is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Marseille, the fantastic Carry Nation. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful O'Malley. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is La Caravelle. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

On day 4 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 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 Centre Commercial Centre Bourse. This shopping mall and place of interest is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 16,249 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Palais Longchamp. This water tower is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,768 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!

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Marseille and the city of Aix-en-Provence. You’ll stay in Avignon for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Marseille today is Les Petits Trains de Marseille. This excellent attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,053 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean, an outstanding museum, in the city of Marseille. Around 19,446 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Marseille is Marseille Cathedral. This amazing attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. 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 Hôtel de Caumont for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Aix-en-Provence. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,520 visitors.

This outstanding fountain has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,851 travelers.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Avignon, O'Collins's Irish Pub. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,425 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like L'Explo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 823 customers.

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

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Avignon 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 Avignon 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 Avignon. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,931 visitors. Over 616,210 people visit Palais des Papes annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 17,658 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 Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This minor basilica and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,765 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Place Bellecour. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

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 Lyon Cathedral. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,228 visitors.

Musée Miniature et Cinéma is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,540 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 parc de la Tête d'Or. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 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!

Day 8 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 Nimes 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 Nimes is the amazing Pont du Gard Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,292 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible arch bridge, Pont du Gard. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nimes is the outstanding Haribo Candy Museum. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 visitors.

The spectacular Jardin de La Fontaine is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Nimes 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!

Day 9 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Montpellier and the city of Carcassonne. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Montpellier is the amazing esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Comedy Square. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors.

Arc de Triomphe is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Montpellier. This well-known attraction, a spectacular top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 6,323 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Montpellier 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 Cité de Carcassonne in the city of Carcassonne for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a fortress and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Carcassonne is the outstanding Château Comtal. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors, this castle deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After dinner, visit Le Bar des Halles, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Perpignan. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 361 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Jet Set Perpignan. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 148 customers.

Alternatively, Le Corsaire is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Perpignan. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 118 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 Perpignan 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.

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

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