11-Day France Road Trip from Limoges traveling south to Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Nimes, and Marseille

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

Limoges has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Champ de Juillet. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,965 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 Limoges, Les Tables du Bistrot. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,779 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges is Léon - Limoges. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,352 customers.

Locals recommend Le Pont Saint Etienne as one of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,081 customers.

Limoges also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Limoges is L'Irlandais. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,536 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Limoges is O'BRIEN TAVERN Irish Pub Limoges. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

Locals also enjoy Restaurant Le Glacier. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,111 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in France!

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Limoges and embark on a scenic drive to Bordeaux, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Limoges 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 Limoges. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Aquarium du Limousin. This attraction is a public aquarium that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,727 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Limoges Cathedral. This attraction, a beloved catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,596 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Limoges is the stunning Jardin botanique de l'Evêché. This botanical garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,815 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Comptoir Des Chats (enfants à partir de 10 ans). This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,090 customers.

Locals also recommend suzzi, another of the best restaurants in Bordeaux. Suzzi is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Symbiose. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Connemara to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bordeaux, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Molly Malone's. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Molly Malone's has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

Le Bar à Vin 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 1,327 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!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Bordeaux, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Bordeaux.

Today you'll explore the city of Bordeaux. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Bordeaux Cathedral. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,591 visitors.

Place de la Bourse is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bordeaux. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bordeaux is miroir d'eau. This amazing attraction is a reflecting pool and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding jardin public. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic La Cité du Vin. This museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,487 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 Bordeaux.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux, like L'Oiseau Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Chai Les Copains is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

Locals enjoy L'Autre Petit Bois, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,474 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux, Café Brun. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,749 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Restaurant Le Plana. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

The Houses Of Parliament is another of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Carcassonne and the city of Toulouse. You’ll stay in Carcassonne for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Carcassonne today is Cité de Carcassonne. This excellent attraction is a fortress that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Château Comtal, an outstanding castle, in the town of Carcassonne. Around 8,823 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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the town, 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 Basilica of St. Sernin for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Toulouse. This popular attraction is a minor basilica and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Carcassonne, Restaurant La Marquière. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

Locals recommend Brasserie a 4 Temps as one of the best restaurants in the city of Carcassonne. Brasserie a 4 Temps is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,551 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Carcassonne is Adélaïde. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,584 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Carcassonne, Comte Roger. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Celt. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

La Métairie is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Carcassonne. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

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

Day 5 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 Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,652 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 The Bird, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Skab as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. Restaurant Skab is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Le Dé-K-Lé Bistrot Gourmand. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,576 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, Le Questel is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible 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 Les Baux-de-Provence. 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 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Les Baux-de-Provence’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Les Baux-de-Provence, start your day with a visit to the amazing Château des Baux-de-Provence. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Carrières des Lumières. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Les Baux-de-Provence 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 L'Épuisette. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 830 reviews.

The remarkable Twist Avenue 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 618 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous AM par Alexandre Mazzia is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Marseille, the fantastic Les 3 Frères. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,017 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bistrot l’Horloge. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is O'BRADY'S IRISH PUB. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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 Marseille 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 Marseille is the amazing Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church building, Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Marseille is the outstanding Calanques National Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors.

The spectacular Palais Longchamp is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating water tower and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,768 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Marseille 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 Le Carré du Palais. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,194 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!

Day 8 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Avignon and the city of Lyon. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Avignon 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 must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in 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 Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière in the city of Lyon for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a minor basilica and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Lyon is the outstanding Place Bellecour. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors, this square 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 Lyon.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bouchon Tupin, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Alternatively, Kaffee Berlin is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,079 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Caluire-et-Cuire. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Clermont-Ferrand. You’ll stay in Clermont-Ferrand for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Caluire-et-Cuire’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Caluire-et-Cuire, start your day with a visit to the amazing parc de la Tête d'Or. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Caluire-et-Cuire has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Clermont-Ferrand. Clermont-Ferrand 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 Lard De Vivre. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 505 reviews.

The remarkable Five Guys Clermont-Ferrand is another top restaurant in Clermont-Ferrand we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,818 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Gourmandine is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,134 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Clermont-Ferrand, the fantastic The Still Irish Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Les BerThoM. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Buffalo Grill - Clermont Ferrand. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,523 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 10 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 Clermont-Ferrand and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Limoges. You will stay in Limoges for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Clermont-Ferrand is the amazing place de Jaude. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,034 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,232 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Clermont-Ferrand is the outstanding Jardin Lecoq. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,878 visitors.

The spectacular Panoramic Domes is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating zoo and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,215 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Clermont-Ferrand 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 Limoges, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bistrot Jourdan, one of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,753 customers.

Locals also recommend LE BISTROT GOURMAND as one of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges. LE BISTROT GOURMAND is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,442 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges is Les Petits Ventres. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,150 customers.

After dinner, visit Au Bureau Limoges, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Limoges. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,214 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 914 customers.

Alternatively, Le Sikaru Beer and Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Limoges. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 492 customers.

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

Day 11 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Limoges 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 Victor Thuillat is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Limoges. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 851 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Limoges at ESCROCS before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,021 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Table du Couvent for your last chance at a meal in the city of Limoges. The La Table du Couvent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 767 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Geyracois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 713 customers.

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