11-Day France Road Trip from Pau to Angoulême, Blois, Paris, and Nantes

Artigues-près-Bordeaux has many popular destinations you can explore.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau, L'Opéra. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pau is Le Garage. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,953 customers.

Locals recommend Le Berry as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,274 customers.

Pau also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pau is The Galway. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 731 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pau is Au Fût et à mesure. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 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 Pau and embark on a scenic drive to Angouleme, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Pau and New Aquitaine 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 Pau. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc Beaumont. This attraction is a green space that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,112 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible place Clémenceau. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,641 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Pau is the stunning Funiculaire de Pau. This funicular and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,020 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in New Aquitaine, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Angouleme. When you arrive in Angouleme you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 3 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 château, Château d'Amboise. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 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 du Clos Lucé. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 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 4 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 4 nights. 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 Natural History Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 217 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Château de Blois. This château and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,926 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Château de Cheverny to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Château de Cheverny is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 visitors.

The lovely Château de Chambord is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 43,219 visitors have left this château average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Restaurant Guy Savoy. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,143 reviews.

The remarkable Le Bistrot Du Perigord is another top restaurant in Paris we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kitchen Galerie Bis is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Paris, the fantastic Le Calbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Little Red Door. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

On day 5 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 bois de Vincennes. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 35,777 visitors.

Jardin des plantes is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Panthéon. This amazing attraction is a mausoleum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Jardin du Luxembourg. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Centre Georges Pompidou. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 55,213 visitors. Centre Georges Pompidou hosts around 3,273,867 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 Train Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

The Bombardier 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 1,775 customers.

Locals enjoy Jules Verne, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar is rated an average 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 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 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 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 Le Petit Châtelet. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Les Fous de l'Île 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 1,046 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 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 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 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 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.

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.

Locals enjoy Le Restaurant Vingt Spts, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 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 Le Requin Chagrin. This bar has an average rating 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 8 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Villepreux and the city of Angers. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Villepreux is the amazing Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Gardens of Versailles. This french formal garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Villepreux 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 d'Angers in the city of Angers for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

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

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 Saint-Malo. 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 Saint-Malo. Pickles is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Saint-Malo is Gigg's Irish Pub. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Labo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Saint-Malo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleming's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible 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 Saint-Malo and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bordeaux. You will stay in Bordeaux for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Saint-Malo is the amazing Château des ducs de Bretagne. As such, over 167,867 people visit Château des ducs de Bretagne yearly. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Botanical Garden. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Saint-Malo is the outstanding Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This popular art project and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 visitors. Approximately 167,867 travelers come to Saint-Malo every year to see the stunning Château des ducs de Bretagne with their own eyes.

You can make the most of your new day in Saint-Malo 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 Bordeaux, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try suzzi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Locals also recommend Symbiose as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. Symbiose is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is L'Oiseau Bleu. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

After dinner, visit The Connemara, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

Day 10 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bordeaux and the city of La Teste-de-Buch. You’ll stay in Pau for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bordeaux today is jardin public. This excellent attraction is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing place de la Bourse, an outstanding square, in the city of Bordeaux. Around 16,251 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau, Restaurant Cotes & Mer. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 835 customers.

Locals recommend Ô PETIT PAÙ as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau. Ô PETIT PAÙ is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 570 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pau is Le Poulet à 3 Pattes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Pau, Snug. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like New Red Lion. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 493 customers.

V and B Pau is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Pau. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 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 Pau 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 Beaumont is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Pau. This green space and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,112 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the place Clémenceau square is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.4 out of 5-star rating from 1,641 reviews.

You can also stop at Funiculaire de Pau funicular to capture the beauty and wonder of Pau one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,020 travelers.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Pau at Au Fût et à mesure before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Le SUD for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pau. The Restaurant Le SUD restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Dauphin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

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