12-Day France Road Trip from Nice to Monaco, Lyon, Beaune & Torcy

Your amazing road trip adventure in France begins when you reach the incredible city of Nice. There, you'll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the city of Nice is the Hotel Aston La Scala. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,137 guests.

We also recommend the best 3-star hotels, like the ibis Nice Centre Gare. This hotel has an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars by 1,095 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Nice, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Nice has many popular destinations you can explore.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice, Chez Acchiardo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,467 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nice is Les Sens. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Locals recommend La Shounga as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,693 customers.

Nice also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nice is Wayne's Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,557 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nice is La Shounga. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,693 customers.

Locals also enjoy Les Distilleries Idéales. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers.

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

Day 2 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Place Masséna, Jardin Albert 1er, Castle Hill, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the city of Nice is the amazing Place Masséna. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,946 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible urban park, Jardin Albert 1er. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,529 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Nice is the outstanding Castle Hill. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,207 visitors.

Mercantour National Park is another popular attraction you can visit in the city of Nice. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,161 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Monaco, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Monaco is the 3-star Grenette - Grenoble Residhotel. This hotel has an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars by 565 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Apts Residhome Grenoble is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Monaco. This hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 450 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Heart of Citycenter Close To Train Station Totally Renovated !! #Bi. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars by 559 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Buddha-Bar Monte-Carlo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,868 customers.

Locals also recommend La Rascasse as one of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco. La Rascasse is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,566 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco is Steak 'n Shake Monaco. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,351 customers.

After dinner, visit Buddha-Bar Monte-Carlo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Monaco. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,868 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Rascasse. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,566 customers.

Alternatively, Twiga is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Monaco. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 506 customers.

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Day 3 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Monte Carlo Casino, Musée océanographique de Monaco, Prince's Palace of Monaco, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Monaco is the amazing Monte Carlo Casino. This attraction is an architectural structure and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,096 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Musée océanographique de Monaco. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 22,847 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction. In fact, Musée océanographique de Monaco welcomes around 675,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Monaco is the outstanding Prince's Palace of Monaco. This palace has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,316 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lyon, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Lyon is the 3-star MOB Hotel Lyon Confluence. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,341 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Lyon Metropole is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Lyon. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,855 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Hotel ibis Lyon Gare La Part-Dieu. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 948 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L Bar food & drink, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Locals also recommend Bouchon Tupin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. Bouchon Tupin is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is L'Institut Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Phantom of the Opera. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Alternatively, Black Forest Society is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

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On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Metropolis of Lyon. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Musée Cinéma et Miniature (OUVERT), La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Metropolis of Lyon is Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,991 visitors.

Musée Cinéma et Miniature (OUVERT) is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Metropolis of Lyon. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,991 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Metropolis of Lyon is La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière. This amazing attraction is a minor basilica and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,104 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Fresque des Lyonnais. This fresco and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,824 visitors.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon, like Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lyon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

Locals enjoy Dam's Pub, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lyon. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lyon, Dam's Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The King Arthur. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière" is another of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Place Bellecour, Mur des Canuts, Parc de la Tête d'Or, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Metropolis of Lyon is the amazing Place Bellecour. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,655 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Mur des Canuts. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,917 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Metropolis of Lyon is the outstanding Parc de la Tête d'Or. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 49,972 visitors.

Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Metropolis of Lyon. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,138 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Beaune, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 2-star B&B Hotel Beaune Sud 2. This 2-star hotel has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 916 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bout du Monde, one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot du Coin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune. Le Bistrot du Coin is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune is Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Bout du Monde, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Beaune. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Barbizier. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Alternatively, Le Bistrot du Coin is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Beaune. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

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Day 6 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day.

One of the best places to visit in the city of Torcy is the amazing Disneyland Paris. This attraction is an amusement park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 249,329 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 13,400,000 people visit Disneyland Paris every year.

You could then travel to the amazing Eiffel Tower in the city of Paris for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a lattice tower and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 309,711 visitors. Each year, Eiffel Tower is visited by more than 6,207,303 travelers, so don't miss out!

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Paris is the outstanding Champ de Mars. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 167,343 visitors, this top sight deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Paris is the 4-star hotel Crowne Plaza Paris-Republique. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 14,852 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Paris. This hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,317 guests. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars by 4,799 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Guy Savoy, one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Paris is Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Calbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Train Bleu. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Alternatively, The Bombardier is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of Paris. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Palais Garnier, Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Paris is Palais Garnier. This incredible attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,330 visitors.

Arc de Triomphe is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,330 visitors. Arc de Triomphe attracts about 2,743,823 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Place de la Concorde. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 52,512 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Tuileries Garden. This garden and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,571 visitors.

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, Little Red Door. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Harry's New York Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

Experimental Cocktail Club is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. 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 8 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of Paris. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Louvre Pyramid, Louvre Museum, The Centre Pompidou, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Paris is Louvre Pyramid. This incredible attraction is a pyramid and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 60,263 visitors.

Louvre Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 60,263 visitors. Louvre Museum attracts about 10,200,000 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is The Centre Pompidou. Attracting over 3,273,867, it's clear that The Centre Pompidou is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 54,668 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,092 visitors. Each year, approximately 12,000,000 come to this beautiful attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

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.

Locals enjoy Restaurant Libanais Janna, 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 926 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 Les Fous de l'Île. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Velvet Bar Paris 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 1,018 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Musée d'Orsay, Luxembourg Gardens, Panthéon, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the city of Paris is the amazing Musée d'Orsay. As such, over 3,651,616 people visit Musée d'Orsay yearly. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 67,959 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible urban park, Luxembourg Gardens. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 92,113 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Paris is the outstanding Panthéon. This mausoleum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,463 visitors. Approximately 3,651,616 travelers come to Paris every year to see the stunning Musée d'Orsay with their own eyes.

Jardin des Plantes is another popular attraction you can visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,511 visitors.

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 55,387 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Blois, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Blois is the 4-star Crowne Plaza Paris-Republique. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 14,852 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Blois. This hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,317 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Hotel ibis Paris 17 Clichy-Batignolles. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars by 4,799 guests.

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.

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Day 10 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Château Royal de Blois, Château de Chambord, Château de Cheverny, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the city of Blois is the amazing Château Royal de Blois. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,558 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible château, Château de Chambord. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 42,404 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Blois is the outstanding Château de Cheverny. This château has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,646 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Saint-Étienne, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Saint-Étienne is the 3-star Novotel Beaune Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 634 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Soggy Bottom, one of the best restaurants in the city of Saint-Étienne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

Locals also recommend Lipopette Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Saint-Étienne. Lipopette Bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 470 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Saint-Étienne is Hop Square. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 386 customers.

After dinner, visit The Smoking Dog, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Saint-Étienne. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Thunderbird Lounge. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 162 customers.

Alternatively, Soggy Bottom is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Saint-Étienne. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

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Day 11 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day.

One of the best places to visit in the city of Marseille is the amazing Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde. This attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,836 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Parc national des Calanques. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,561 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Nice, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Nice is the 3-star ibis Nice Centre Gare. This hotel has an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars by 1,095 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Aston La Scala is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Nice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,137 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Peixes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Frog as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. Le Frog is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,109 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nice is L'antica. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Shapko, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nice. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,073 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Vingt4. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 453 customers.

Alternatively, Au Fût et à mesure is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nice. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 362 customers.

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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 Nice 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.

Your accommodation will also be strategically located for some last-minute shopping in the city of Nice before you conclude your short European break.

You’ll then say farewell to France and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of unforgettable experiences in France!