11-Day France Road Trip from Nantes to Lorient, Rennes, and Paris and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Nantes. You’ll stay in Nantes for 5 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 Square Élisa-Mercœur. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 867 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 La Cantine Du Curé as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 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 Délirium Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Coffee House. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 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 4 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.

Natural History Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nantes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,896 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nantes is Jardin extraordinaire (Nantes). This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,025 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Oblate Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic parc de Procé. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,256 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 Le Cambronne Bistrot Chic. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,595 customers.

LA LOCO is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nantes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,403 customers.

Locals enjoy Le Fou du Roi, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Nantes. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nantes, Bateau-Lavoir. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Café Sur Cour. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Fleming's Irish Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

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

On day 3 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 3 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 Île de Versailles (Nantes). This incredible attraction is a river island and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,112 visitors.

Botanical Garden is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nantes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nantes is Le Lieu Unique. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,945 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Grand Blotterau Parc. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,157 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Park La Beaujoire. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,085 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.

La Bodega is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nantes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 925 customers.

Locals enjoy Le 1, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Nantes. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 879 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 Atomic's Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 515 customers.

Bar Le Cercle Rouge Nantes is another of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

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

On day 4 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 Guérande. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Terre de Sel. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 5,701 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 Le Bouchon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 650 customers.

L'instinct gourmand is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nantes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like O Deck. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,202 customers.

Maria Restaurant is another of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,956 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 5 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Lorient. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lorient. You’ll stay in Lorient for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lorient’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lorient, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cité de la voile Éric Tabarly. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,002 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Sous-marin Flore-S645. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,824 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lorient has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lorient. Lorient 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 Le Jardin Gourmand. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 515 reviews.

The remarkable The WestPort Inn is another top restaurant in Lorient we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,328 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous eat SUSHI Lorient is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 569 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lorient, the fantastic The Galway Inn. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 997 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Carré. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 641 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lorient, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate hamlet. You still have 2 nights left in Lorient.

Today you'll explore the hamlet of Le Ménec. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Carnac stones. This incredible attraction is an archaeological site and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 15,035 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 Lorient.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lorient, like Café Galerie Dubail. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 297 customers.

L'Amphitryon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lorient. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 233 customers.

Locals enjoy Le Pic, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lorient. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 337 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lorient, India Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 358 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Restaurant le Taj-Mahal Lorient. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 353 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 Lorient, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Lorient.

Today you'll explore the city of Quimper. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Pointe du Raz. This incredible attraction is a cape and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,845 visitors.

Saint Corentin Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Quimper. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,909 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Quimper is Penmarc'h Lighthouse. Attracting 53,351 annual visitors, it's clear that Penmarc'h Lighthouse is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a lighthouse and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,247 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 Lorient.

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

One of the best places to visit today in Concarneau is the amazing Closed City of Concarneau. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,617 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Musée de la Pêche. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,116 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Concarneau is the outstanding Château de Keriolet. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,604 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Saint-Georges, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

Locals also recommend La Fontaine aux Perles as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes. La Fontaine aux Perles is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 709 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes is Café Joyeux Rennes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 583 customers.

After dinner, visit Fox and Friends Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rennes. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Connell's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,586 customers.

Alternatively, Penny Lane is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rennes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,548 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Rennes 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 Rennes 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 Rennes. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Eiffel Tower. This attraction is a lattice tower that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 322,389 visitors. Over 6,207,303 people visit Eiffel Tower annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Champ de Mars. This attraction, a beloved urban park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Rennes is the stunning Louvre Museum. This art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Approximately 2,825,000 travelers come to Rennes every year to see this fascinating attraction.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated urban park in Rennes. The popular Jardin du Luxembourg is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

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 La Coupole to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Train Bleu. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Train Bleu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Le Fumoir 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 3,606 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 10 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Angers. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Nantes. You’ll stay in Nantes for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Angers’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Angers, start your day with a visit to the amazing Jardin des Plantes d'Angers. This much-appreciated botanical garden and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,436 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Angers Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,932 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Château d'Angers to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Château d'Angers is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

The lovely Balzac Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,646 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Angers has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Nantes. Nantes offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nantes, the fantastic Le Chat noir. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,137 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Belle Equipe 1877 - Bar & Restaurant face à l'Erdre. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,815 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Oceania Hôtel de France Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 736 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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.

Éloge du Pas de Côté is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nantes. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 157 visitors.

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

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