12-Day France road trip from Perpignan to Nimes, Lyon, Auxerre, and Paris

Perpignan 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 Perpignan, O Shannon. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

Perpignan also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Perpignan is O'Flaherty's. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Perpignan is Arena Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 361 customers.

Locals also enjoy Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 258 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 will stay in Nimes for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Perpignan is the amazing Hôtel Pams. This attraction is a private mansion that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,201 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Perpignan Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,336 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Perpignan is the outstanding Le Castillet. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,760 visitors.

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 Nimes, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Instant T, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

Locals also recommend Gard O Wine as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. Gard O Wine is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

After dinner, visit O’Flaherty’s, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Alternatively, La bonne mousse is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Nimes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nimes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Nimes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Musée de la Romanité. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors. Each year, around 25,271 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 Jardin de La Fontaine. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pont du Gard to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Pont du Gard is an arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

The lovely Philippe-le-Bel Tower is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 748 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nimes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lyon. Lyon 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 Bouchon Tupin. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 969 reviews.

The remarkable L'Institut Restaurant is another top restaurant in Lyon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Flair Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lyon, the fantastic L Bar food & drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Phantom of the Opera. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Black Forest Society. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

You’ll stay in Auxerre 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. 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 Église Saint-Eusèbe for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 129 visitors.

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

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

Day 5 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Villepreux and the city of Paris. 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.

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 Arc de Triomphe in the city of Paris for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a triumphal arch and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Each year, Arc de Triomphe is visited by more than 2,743,823 travelers, so don't miss out!

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Paris is the outstanding Pont Alexandre III. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors, this deck arch bridge deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular place de la Concorde. This attraction, a stunning square, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Tuileries Garden. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 92,172 travelers, this is one attraction many highly recommend.

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

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

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible 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 Panthéon. This incredible attraction is a mausoleum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 visitors.

Jardin du Luxembourg is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Musée d'Orsay. Attracting 3,651,616 annual visitors, it's clear that Musée d'Orsay is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Eiffel Tower. This lattice tower and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Each year, approximately 6,207,303 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 Champ de Mars. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 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 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 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 Louvre Museum. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,825,000 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 260,788 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 Sacré-Cœur. Attracting 11,000,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Sacré-Cœur is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 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.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic bois de Vincennes. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 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 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!

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Paris and embark on a scenic drive to Beaune, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Paris 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 Paris. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Notre-Dame de Paris. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 45,788 visitors. Over 12,000,000 people visit Notre-Dame de Paris annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Sainte Chapelle. This attraction, a beloved chapel, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,376 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Paris is the stunning Jardin des plantes. This botanical garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palace of Fontainebleau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,054 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Bout du Monde to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Beaune, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Barbizier. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Barbizier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Le Bistrot du Coin is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 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!

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Beaune and embark on a scenic drive to Valence, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Beaune and Lyon Metropolis 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 Beaune. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible La Moutarderie Fallot. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,107 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Beaune is the stunning Park Bouzaise. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,309 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Place Bellecour. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 20,560 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This minor basilica and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The lovely Lyon Cathedral is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 11,228 visitors have left this catholic cathedral an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Lyon Metropolis, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Valence. When you arrive in Valence 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!

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Valence and embark on a scenic drive to Marseille, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Valence and Marseille 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 Valence. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc Jouvet. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,363 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Fontaine monumentale. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 810 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Valence is the stunning Musée de Valence, art et archéologie. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 625 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Marseille and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Marseille has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Marseille Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,714 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

The lovely Les Petits Trains de Marseille is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,053 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Twist Avenue. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 618 customers.

Locals also recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia, another of the best restaurants in Marseille. AM par Alexandre Mazzia is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Carry Nation to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Marseille, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Malley. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. O'Malley has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

La Caravelle is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 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 11 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 Arles and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Perpignan. You will stay in Perpignan for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Arles is the amazing Jardin d'été. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,025 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Roman Theatre of Arles. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,900 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Arles is the outstanding Arles Amphitheatre. This popular roman amphitheatre and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit O Shannon, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Perpignan. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black pearl 66. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 155 customers.

Alternatively, La Divine is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Perpignan. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

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

Day 12 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Perpignan 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.

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

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