11-Day France road trip from Nantes to Angers, Tours, Paris, and Caen

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

Nantes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Miroir d'eau. This attraction is a reflecting pool and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 866 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 Nantes, Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Pickles. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

Locals recommend Le Fou du Roi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

Nantes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nantes is Gigg's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nantes is Le Labo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Locals also enjoy Fleming's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

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

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

Today you'll explore the city of Nantes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This incredible attraction is an art project and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,332 visitors.

French destroyer Maillé-Brézé is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nantes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,108 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nantes is Île de Versailles (Nantes). This amazing attraction is a river island and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,112 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Botanical Garden. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 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 Nantes.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes, like Inde et Vous. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 873 customers.

Le Bouchon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nantes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 650 customers.

Locals enjoy L'instinct gourmand, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Nantes. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nantes, Les BerThoM. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Le Cercle Rouge Nantes. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Bootlegger is another of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 344 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Angers for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Château d'Angers. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 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 Château d'Angers for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Angers. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

This outstanding city hall has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,121 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers, Bistrot des Ducs. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,756 customers.

Locals recommend Crêperie du Château as one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers. Crêperie du Château is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Angers is Thai L'inde. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,133 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Angers, Mamie Fada. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Le Héron carré. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.

La Cour - Angers is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Angers. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,026 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine and the city of Suèvres. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine is the amazing Château de Chenonceau. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Château d'Amboise. This château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors.

Château du Clos Lucé is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. This well-known attraction, a spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 19,292 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Auzouer-en-Touraine 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 Château de Blois in the city of Suèvres for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try LA MAISON DES HALLES, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 636 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Turon as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. Le Turon is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Casse-Cailloux. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Le Corsaire, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Pale. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Alternatively, La réserve is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Tours and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 4 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Tours and 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 Tours. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château de Villandry. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,506 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Tours Cathedral. This attraction, a beloved catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,212 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Tours is the stunning Jardin botanique de Tours. This botanical garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,560 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Paris and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Paris has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Eiffel Tower. This attraction is a lattice tower that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 322,389 visitors. Around 6,207,303 people visit Eiffel Tower every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Champ de Mars. This urban park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Centre Georges Pompidou. This art museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors. Approximately 3,273,867 people visit this attraction every year.

The lovely Notre-Dame de Paris is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 45,788 visitors have left this catholic cathedral an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 12,000,000 visits every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Paris, 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 Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord, another of the best restaurants in Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Le Calbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Little Red Door. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Little Red Door has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 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 6 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 Arc de Triomphe. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,743,823 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors.

Palais Garnier is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Sacré-Cœur. Attracting 11,000,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Sacré-Cœur is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding La Villette. This commune of france and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic bois de Vincennes. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 35,777 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!

On day 7 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 Musée d'Orsay. As one of the top sights in the area, around 3,651,616 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 visitors.

Tuileries Garden is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is place de la Concorde. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Pont Alexandre III. This deck arch bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Les Invalides. This building complex is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 30,459 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 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!

On day 8 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 1 night 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 Jardin des plantes. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

Panthéon is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Jardin du Luxembourg. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sainte Chapelle. This chapel and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

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 Le Restaurant Vingt Spts. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Joséphine Chez Dumonet is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Les Fous de l'Île. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like L'Imprévu Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Le Requin Chagrin is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 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 Villepreux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Caen. You will stay in Caen for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Villepreux is the amazing Palace of Versailles. As such, over 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles yearly. This attraction is a château that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible french formal garden, Gardens of Versailles. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Villepreux is the outstanding Marie-Antoinette's Estate. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,865 visitors. Approximately 4,741,758 travelers come to Villepreux every year to see the stunning Palace of Versailles with their own eyes.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux, one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

Locals also recommend Beef & Cow as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. Beef & Cow is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Les Fils à Maman Caen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

After dinner, visit L'Hydropathe, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Alternatively, Vertigo is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Nantes for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Caen today is St Peter's Catholic Church. This excellent attraction is a church that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 966 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen, an outstanding art museum, in the city of Caen. Around 616 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen's popularity, more than 51,139 people stop by Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen to explore it.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Caen is Caen Castle. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 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 Moidrey windmill for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a windmill and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,036 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes, L'Abelia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 538 customers.

Locals recommend Lamaccotte - Restaurant Nantes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. Lamaccotte - Restaurant Nantes is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 426 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Restaurant Art'N Blum - Restaurant Nantes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 388 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Nantes, Belle de Jour. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 221 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Crêperie Ker Breizh. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

KITKAT Bar is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 479 customers.

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

Day 11 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Nantes 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 Nantes and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in France.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Nantes at Cuit Lu Cru before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Imagine - Restaurant - Nantes for your last chance at a meal in the city of Nantes. The Imagine - Restaurant - Nantes restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 299 customers.

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