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

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Paris. You’ll stay in Paris for 5 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Paris has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, Restaurant Guy Savoy. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

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

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

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

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

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

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 4 nights left in Paris.

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

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

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

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

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

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like 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 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 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.

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

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Palais Garnier. This amazing attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

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

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

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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 4 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 Panthéon. This incredible attraction is a mausoleum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 visitors.

Sainte Chapelle is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Notre-Dame de Paris. Attracting 12,000,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Notre-Dame de Paris is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Centre Georges Pompidou. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,273,867 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

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 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Lisieux and the city of Caen. You’ll stay in Caen for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Lisieux today is Museum and the Merville Battery site. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,552 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Memorial Pegasus, an outstanding museum, in the city of Lisieux. Around 6,240 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 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 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 Mémorial de Caen for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Caen. This popular attraction is a peace museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,288 visitors. Approximately 349,455 people visit Caen every year to see the fantastic Mémorial de Caen.

This outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 travelers.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Caen, L'Hydropathe. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

You could also relax with a drink 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.

Vertigo is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

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

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

Joining a top-rated tour in Saint-Lô 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 Parc Hamelin Oberthür in the city of Rennes for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an urban park and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,122 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Rennes is the outstanding parc du Thabor. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,132 visitors, this urban park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes. This attraction, a stunning church, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,087 travelers.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

Locals also recommend Pickles as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. Pickles is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Le Fou du Roi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

After dinner, visit Gigg's Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Labo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Alternatively, Fleming's Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

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

On day 7 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 1 night 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 Château des ducs de Bretagne. Attracting 167,867 annual visitors, it's clear that Château des ducs de Bretagne is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Le Lieu Unique. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,945 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This art project is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,332 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!

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Nantes and embark on a scenic drive to Angers, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Nantes 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 Nantes. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,646 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Château d'Angers. This attraction, a beloved château, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,556 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Balzac Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,646 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château d'Angers. This château and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,556 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bistrot des Ducs. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,756 customers.

Locals also recommend Crêperie du Château, another of the best restaurants in Angers. Crêperie du Château is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Thai L'inde. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,133 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Mamie Fada to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Angers, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Héron carré. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Héron carré has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.

La Cour - Angers is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,026 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!

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

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

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Château du Clos Lucé. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Auzouer-en-Touraine is the outstanding Château d'Amboise. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors.

The spectacular L'Ile d'Or is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 140 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Auzouer-en-Touraine 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 Blois, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne, one of the best restaurants in the city of Blois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 160 customers.

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

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 Suèvres. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Paris. You’ll stay in Paris for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Suèvres’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Suèvres, start your day with a visit to the amazing Château de Blois. This much-appreciated château and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Bishopric Rose Garden. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 572 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire is a château that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,761 visitors. Every year, around 513,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Château de Cheverny is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 15,031 visitors have left this château average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Château de Chambord. This attraction is a château rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 43,219 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Suèvres has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Paris. Paris 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 Alliance. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 370 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Paris, the fantastic Prescription Cocktail Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Sherry Butt. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 594 customers.

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 Paris before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

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

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

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