12-Day France Road Trip from Lille to Caen, Nantes, Blois, and Paris

Photo of Opera house and chamber of commerce in Lille ,France.
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12 days & 11 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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11 nights included
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12 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 12-day road trip through France.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in France. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Lille, 1 night in Caen, 2 nights in Nantes, 2 nights in Blois, and 3 nights in Paris, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Lille, Lisieux, Caen, Rennes, Nantes, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Blois, Suèvres, Villepreux, and Paris. We'll help you experience the best 12 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Lille, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in France, including the stunning Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in France. From the magnificent Arc de Triomphe to the breathtaking Champ de Mars and Jardin du Luxembourg, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Lille, Lisieux, Caen, Rennes, Nantes, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Blois, Suèvres, Villepreux, and Paris, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in France.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in France. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through France.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in France.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything France has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of France. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 11 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 11 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in France extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in France fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in France today!

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Included

Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Lille, the Porte de Paris, view from the belfry of the city hall.Lille / 3 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 3 nights
Photo of traditional half-timbered houses in the old town of Rennes, Brittany, France.Rennes
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes / 2 nights
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 2 nights
Photo of Church of Saint-Pierre in Caen, Normandy, France.Caen / 1 night
Photo of Basilica of St. Therese of Lisieux in Normandy France.Lisieux
Auzouer-en-Touraine
Suèvres
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux

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Attractions

Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
Photo of beautiful summer view of Louvre Museum, one of the world's most important museums, historic monument and parisian landmark, Paris, France.Louvre Museum
Photo of Arc de Triomphe  Early in the morning with the French flag, France.Arc de Triomphe
Photo of Champ de Mars view from top of Eiffel tower looking down see the entire city as a beautiful classic architecture, France.Champ de Mars
Photo of the Sacred Heart (Sacre Cœur Basilica),on Montmartre hill, Paris, France.Sacré-Cœur
Photo of Versailles palace outside Paris at sunset, France.Palace of Versailles
Photo of Luxembourg gardens and palace with puffy clouds in Paris, France.Jardin du Luxembourg
Photo of Corner of the Tuileries Garden with flower bed and alley with sculptures in Paris in springtime, France.Tuileries Garden
Photo of the Musee d'Orsay is a museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine.Musée d'Orsay
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
Pompidou Center - ParisCentre Georges Pompidou
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on a bright afternoon in Spring, France.Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Photo of The Panthéon is a monument in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, France.Panthéon
Photo of famous medieval castle Château de Chambord, France.Château de Chambord
photo of the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
Photo of Palais or Opera Garnier & The National Academy of Music in Paris, France.Palais Garnier
Photo of the Renaissance Chateau de Chenonceau, built in the XVIth century, is one of the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley, Chenonceaux, France.Château de Chenonceau
photo of Temple of Love in the Bois de Vincennes in Paris Park in autumn in France.Bois de Vincennes
photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
Pont Alexandre IIIPont Alexandre III
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
photo of Chateau Royal de Blois, facade of the Louis XII wing, France. This old castle is landmark of Loire Valley and located in Blois city. French palace of Renaissance in summer.Château Royal de Blois
Botanical Garden, Coulmiers - Jardin des Plantes, Malakoff - Saint-Donatien, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
War menorial building exterior in Caen, FranceMémorial de Caen
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
photo of Thabor park (Le parc du Thabor) in Rennes is one of the finest examples of landscape art of the XIII century public parks, Thabor Park is the pride of Rennes, France.Parc du Thabor
Caen Castle, Le Château, Caen, Calvados, Normandy, Metropolitan France, FranceCaen Castle
photo of Japanese garden on Ile de Versailles in Nantes, France.Île de Versailles (Nantes)
photo of fairytale Chaumont-sur -Loire castle in Loire valley, France.Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
La Piscine Museum, Roubaix, Lille, Nord, Hauts-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceLa Piscine - Musée d'art et d'industrie André Diligent de Roubaix
photo of Heron Park "Parc du Héron" of Villeneuve-d'Ascq near Lille in the north of France.Parc du Héron
photo of a lake and green landscape in the park Barbieux in Roubaix, France.Parc Barbieux
Le Lieu uniqueLe Lieu unique
La forêt de Brocéliande
photo of Villa Cavrois at beautiful morning in Croix, France.Villa Cavrois
Jardin Vauban, Vauban Esquermes, Lille, Nord, Hauts-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin Vauban
Caen Botanical Garden, Jardin des Plantes, Caen, Calvados, Normandy, Metropolitan France, FranceCaen Botanical Garden
John Doe Escape Game
Botanical Garden, Lille-Moulins, Lille, Nord, Hauts-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
BRAIN
Jacques-Gabriel Bridge

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Day 1 - Lille - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Lille - arrival day

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

Lille has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Jardin Vauban. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,615 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 Lille, Restaurant Sébastopol. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 541 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lille is La Capsule Lille. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,005 customers.

Locals recommend Le Broc as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,679 customers.

Lille also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Lille is Dernier Bar avant la Fin du Monde - Lille. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,501 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Lille is Quai Des Bananas. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,367 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 - Lille

Day 2

Day 2 - Lille

  • Lille
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Drive 36 km, 1 hour 5 min

  • Botanical Garden
  • Parc du Héron
  • Villa Cavrois
  • Parc Barbieux
  • La Piscine - Musée d'art et d'industrie André Diligent de Roubaix
  • More

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

Today you'll explore the city of Lille. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Parc du Héron. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,412 visitors.

Villa Cavrois is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Lille. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,458 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Lille is Parc Barbieux. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,120 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding La Piscine - Musée d'art et d'industrie André Diligent de Roubaix. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,981 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 Lille.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lille, like Bloempot. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,176 customers.

La Petite Cour is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lille. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,269 customers.

Locals enjoy PANCOOK Lille, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lille. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 999 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lille, Le Windsor. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 892 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Au Boudin Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Kolor Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Lille. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 694 customers.

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

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Day 3 - Lisieux and Caen

Day 3

Day 3 - Lisieux and Caen

  • Caen
  • Lisieux
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Drive 390 km, 4 hours 33 min

  • Mémorial de Caen
  • Caen Botanical Garden
  • Caen Castle
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Day 3 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.

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 park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,184 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Caen Castle in the city of Caen. This attraction, a stunning best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 visitors.

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!

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Day 4 - Rennes and Nantes

Day 4

Day 4 - Rennes and Nantes

  • Rennes
  • Nantes
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Drive 368 km, 4 hours 31 min

  • Parc du Thabor
  • BRAIN
  • La forêt de Brocéliande
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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 Rennes. 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 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Rennes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Rennes, start your day with a visit to the amazing parc du Thabor. This much-appreciated urban park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,132 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating BRAIN. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,039 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular La forêt de Brocéliande to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular La forêt de Brocéliande is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,216 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Rennes 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 you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 730 reviews.

The remarkable Pickles is another top restaurant in Nantes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Gigg's Irish Pub is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nantes, the fantastic Le Labo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Fleming's Irish Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 5 - Nantes

Day 5

Day 5 - Nantes

  • Nantes
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Drive 10 km, 31 min

  • Île de Versailles (Nantes)
  • Botanical Garden
  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Le Lieu unique
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
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On day 5 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 Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This art project and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 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 Le Fou du Roi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

Inde et Vous 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 873 customers.

Locals enjoy Fleming's Irish Pub, 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 935 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!

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Day 6 - Auzouer-en-Touraine and Blois

Day 6

Day 6 - Auzouer-en-Touraine and Blois

  • Blois
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
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Drive 297 km, 3 hours 36 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
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Day 6 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 2 nights. 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.

The spectacular Guillaume and Mathieu PLOU is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 450 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!

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Day 7 - Suèvres and Blois

Day 7

Day 7 - Suèvres and Blois

  • Blois
  • Suèvres
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Drive 85 km, 1 hour 54 min

  • Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Jacques-Gabriel Bridge
  • Château de Cheverny
  • Château de Chambord
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Blois, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Blois.

Today you'll explore the city of Suèvres. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire. As one of the top sights in the area, around 513,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,761 visitors.

Château de Blois is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Suèvres. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Suèvres is Jacques-Gabriel Bridge. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 820 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Château de Cheverny. This château and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Château de Chambord. This château is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,219 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 Blois.

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

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Day 8 - Villepreux and Paris

Day 8

Day 8 - Villepreux and Paris

  • Paris
  • Villepreux
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Drive 211 km, 2 hours 45 min

  • Palace of Versailles
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Champ de Mars
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Tuileries Garden
  • More

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Blois and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Blois 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 Blois. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 119,665 visitors. Over 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles annually.

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 Pont Alexandre III. This deck arch bridge and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

The lovely Tuileries Garden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 92,172 visitors have left this garden an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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!

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Day 9 - Paris

Day 9

Day 9 - Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 33 km, 1 hour 36 min

  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Palais Garnier
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • Bois de Vincennes
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On day 9 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.

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 La Villette. This amazing attraction is a commune of france and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding bois de Vincennes. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 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 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!

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Day 10 - Paris

Day 10

Day 10 - Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 7 km, 33 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Panthéon
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • More

On day 10 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 Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 45,788 visitors. Notre-Dame de Paris hosts around 12,000,000 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!

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Day 11 - Paris and Lille

Day 11

Day 11 - Paris and Lille

  • Paris
  • Lille
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Drive 233 km, 2 hours 59 min

  • Centre Georges Pompidou
  • Louvre Museum
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Arc de Triomphe
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 11 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Paris. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lille. You’ll stay in Lille for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Paris’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Paris, start your day with a visit to the amazing Centre Georges Pompidou. This much-appreciated art museum and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors. Each year, around 3,273,867 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Louvre Museum. This art museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Louvre Museum welcomes 2,825,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular place de la Concorde to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular place de la Concorde is a square that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

The lovely Arc de Triomphe is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 193,235 visitors have left this triumphal arch average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 2,743,823 visits every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Paris has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lille. Lille 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 Chez Max Bistrot Lillois. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 714 reviews.

The remarkable Au Boudin Bar is another top restaurant in Lille we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Melting-Pot is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lille, the fantastic La Pirogue. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 804 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Biche & Le Renard. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is L'Atomic. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 517 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 12 - Lille - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 - Lille - departure day

  • Lille - Departure Day
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  • John Doe Escape Game
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Day 12 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Lille 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.

John Doe Escape Game is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lille. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,533 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Lille at La Fleur de Lille before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 617 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Compostelle for your last chance at a meal in the city of Lille. The Le Compostelle restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

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

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