13-Day France road trip from Marseille to Lyon, Beaune, Paris, and Blois

Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral and Statue Of Child And Lion in Marseille, France
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13 days & 12 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 13-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 Marseille, 1 night in Lyon, 1 night in Beaune, 3 nights in Paris, 1 night in Blois, 1 night in Poitiers, 1 night in Bordeaux, and 1 night in Carcassonne, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Marseille, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Blois, Suèvres, Poitiers, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Arles. We'll help you experience the best 13 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Marseille, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Tuileries Garden and learn more about the unique Sacré-Cœur to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Marseille, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Blois, Suèvres, Poitiers, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Arles, 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 12 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 12 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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Hotel, 12 nights
Rental car, 13 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Saint Jean Castle and Cathedral de la Major and the Vieux port in Marseille, France.Marseille / 3 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 3 nights
The City of Lyon in the daytime.Lyon / 1 night
Photo of Toulouse and Garonne river aerial panoramic view, France.Toulouse
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 1 night
Avignon - city in FranceAvignon
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune / 1 night
Poitiers - city in FrancePoitiers / 1 night
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne / 1 night
Suèvres
Arles - city in FranceArles

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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 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
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of the greenhouse of the Parc de la Tete d'Or, Lyon, France.Parc de la Tête d'Or
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 Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde in Marseille, a port city in southern France.Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
photo of Palace of the Popes (Palais des Papes), once fortress and palace, one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe, at morning, Avignon, France.Palais des Papes
Photo of Palais or Opera Garnier & The National Academy of Music in Paris, France.Palais Garnier
photo of Temple of Love in the Bois de Vincennes in Paris Park in autumn in France.Bois de Vincennes
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
Pont Alexandre IIIPont Alexandre III
Aerial view of The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Lyon city.The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica in Lyon.Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
photo of the medieval Fontainebleau palace (Chateau de Fontainebleau) at beautiful summer in France.Palace of Fontainebleau
Panoramic view of Grand Palais (Great Palace) in Paris, France. Grand palais has more than 1.5 mln visitors per year, no peopleGrand Palais
Parc national des Calanques, Les Baumettes, 9th Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCalanques National Park
photo of the equestrian monument of King Louis XIV in Place Bellecour at morning in Lyon, France.Place Bellecour
Cité du VinCité du Vin
Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean, La Joliette, 2nd Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceMucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
photo of the water mirror in front of the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning in France.Place de la Bourse
Pont d'Avignon, Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FrancePont d'Avignon
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
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
photo of Miroir d'eau with the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning, France.Miroir d'eau
Old city center and Marseille Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Marie-Majeure de Marseille). Top View.Cathédrale La Major
photo of the Roman Arles Amphitheatre in the Old Town of Arles in France.Arles Amphitheatre
Jardin PublicJardin Public
Saint Jean Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste) in Lyon, France, EuropeLyon Cathedral
Saint Andre Cathedral of Bordeaux - France, AquitaineBordeaux Cathedral
Jardin des Plantes, Saint-Michel, Le Busca, Empalot, Saint-Agne, Toulouse Sud-Est, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin des Plantes
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
Mur des Canuts, Lyon 4e Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Departemental constituency of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceWall of the Canuts
Yachts reflecting in the still water of the old Vieux Port of Marseilles beneath Cathedral of Notre Dame, France, on sunriseOld Port of Marseille
Place du ParlementPlace du Parlement
Jardin des Doms, Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin des doms
Maison de la Magie Robert-HoudinMaison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
Roman Theatre of Arles
photo of Dijeaux Gate (Porte Dijeaux) in the city of Bordeaux in France.Porte Dijeaux
L'Ombrière de Norman Foster, Opéra, 1st Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceL'Ombrière de Norman Foster
Jardin d'été
Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church
Rose Garden Blois, Blois, Loir-et-Cher, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceBishopric Rose Garden

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Day 1 – Marseille - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Marseille - arrival day

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

Marseille has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Old Port of Marseille. This attraction is a seaport and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,120 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 Marseille, Twist Avenue. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is AM par Alexandre Mazzia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bouchon Provençal as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

Marseille also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Marseille is Carry Nation. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Marseille is O'Malley. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Locals also enjoy La Caravelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 13-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 – Marseille

Day 2

Day 2 – Marseille

  • Marseille
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Drive 33 km, 1 hour 40 min

  • Calanques National Park
  • Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
  • Cathédrale La Major
  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • More

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

Today you'll explore the city of Marseille. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Calanques National Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 visitors.

Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Marseille. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Marseille is Marseille Cathedral. This amazing attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 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 Marseille.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille, like La cigale vieux port. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Marseille. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Locals enjoy Trattoria Marco, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Marseille. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 725 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Marseille, Bar Bu. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Marengo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

La dame du mont is another of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Cabrières-d'Avignon and Lyon

Day 3

Day 3 – Cabrières-d'Avignon and Lyon

  • Avignon
  • Lyon
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Drive 331 km, 3 hours 38 min

  • Pont d'Avignon
  • Palais des Papes
  • Jardin des doms
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Day 3 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Lyon for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Cabrières-d'Avignon is the amazing Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible palace, Palais des Papes. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Palais des Papes welcomes around 616,210 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Cabrières-d'Avignon is the outstanding Jardin des doms. This popular urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 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 Lyon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bouchon Tupin, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 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.

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

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Day 4 – Beaune

Day 4

Day 4 – Beaune

  • Lyon
  • Beaune
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Drive 170 km, 2 hours 39 min

  • Place Bellecour
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • Wall of the Canuts
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Beaune. You’ll stay in Beaune for 1 night.

This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Lyon Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,228 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The lovely Wall of the Canuts is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,157 visitors have left this fresco average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 50,621 reviews.

Beaune 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 Rest O Bar. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 101 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Beaune, the fantastic Le Bout du Monde. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Barbizier. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Le Bistrot du Coin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 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 5 – Melun and Paris

Day 5

Day 5 – Melun and Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 313 km, 3 hours 35 min

  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Beaune 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 Beaune and Seine-et-Marne 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 Palace of Fontainebleau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,054 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Seine-et-Marne, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Paris. When you arrive in Paris 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 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 6 – Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 11 km, 57 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Louvre Museum
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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 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!

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Day 7 – Paris

Day 7

Day 7 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 33 km, 1 hour 47 min

  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • Bois de Vincennes
  • Jardin des plantes
  • Panthéon
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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 Sacré-Cœur. As one of the top sights in the area, around 11,000,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors.

La Villette is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is bois de Vincennes. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 35,777 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Jardin des plantes. This botanical garden and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Panthéon. This mausoleum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 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!

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Day 8 – Paris and Blois

Day 8

Day 8 – Paris and Blois

  • Paris
  • Blois
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Drive 193 km, 3 hours

  • Palais Garnier
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Grand Palais
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • More

Day 8 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 Paris 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 Paris is the amazing Palais Garnier. This attraction is an opera house that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, place de la Concorde. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Paris is the outstanding Pont Alexandre III. This popular deck arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

The spectacular Arc de Triomphe is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating triumphal arch and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors. In addition, approximately 2,743,823 travelers visit this popular site annually.

You can make the most of your new day in Paris 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 9 – Suèvres and Poitiers

Day 9

Day 9 – Suèvres and Poitiers

  • Blois
  • Poitiers
  • Suèvres
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Drive 214 km, 3 hours 8 min

  • Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Bishopric Rose Garden
  • Château de Chambord
  • Château de Cheverny
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 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 Poitiers. You’ll stay in Poitiers for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Suèvres’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Suèvres, start your day with a visit to the amazing Robert-Houdin House of Magic. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,105 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 Bishopric Rose Garden to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Bishopric Rose Garden is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 572 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.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Château de Cheverny. This attraction is a château rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 15,031 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Suèvres has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Poitiers. Poitiers 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 La Minute Blonde Poitiers. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 207 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Poitiers, the fantastic Le Palais de la Bière. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,034 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Taverne Du Geek. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 466 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Cluricaume Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 386 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 10 – Bordeaux

Day 10

Day 10 – Bordeaux

  • Bordeaux
  • More

Drive 254 km, 3 hours 11 min

  • Cité du Vin
  • Jardin Public
  • Monument aux Girondins
  • Bordeaux Cathedral
  • More

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Poitiers and embark on a scenic drive to Bordeaux, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Poitiers and Bordeaux 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 Poitiers. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful The Extraordinary Voyage. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,223 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Dynamic Vienne. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,716 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Poitiers is the stunning Église Notre-Dame la Grande, Poitiers. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,103 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable La Cité du Vin. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,487 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible jardin public. This urban park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,341 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Monument aux Girondins. This column and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

The lovely Bordeaux Cathedral is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 10,591 visitors have left this catholic cathedral an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Bordeaux, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Bordeaux. When you arrive in Bordeaux 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 suzzi. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Oiseau Bleu, another of the best restaurants in Bordeaux. L'Oiseau Bleu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Symbiose to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bordeaux, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connemara. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Connemara has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Molly Malone's 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 1,951 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 11 – Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Carcassonne

Day 11

Day 11 – Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Carcassonne

  • Toulouse
  • Bordeaux
  • Carcassonne
  • More

Drive 340 km, 3 hours 46 min

  • Porte Dijeaux
  • Place du Parlement
  • Place de la Bourse
  • Miroir d'eau
  • Jardin des Plantes
  • More

Day 11 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bordeaux and the city of Toulouse. You’ll stay in Carcassonne for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bordeaux today is Porte Dijeaux. This excellent attraction is a city gate that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,628 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing place du Parlement, an outstanding square, in the city of Bordeaux. Around 3,489 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bordeaux is place de la Bourse. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool and place of interest 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 could then travel to Jardin des Plantes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Toulouse. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors.

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

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

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Day 12 – Arles and Marseille

Day 12

Day 12 – Arles and Marseille

  • Marseille
  • Arles
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Drive 316 km, 3 hours 34 min

  • Jardin d'été
  • Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church
  • Roman Theatre of Arles
  • Arles Amphitheatre
  • More

Rise and shine on day 12 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne and Arles 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 Carcassonne. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction is a fortress that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Château Comtal. This attraction, a beloved castle, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Carcassonne is the stunning Basilique Saint Nazaire. This church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Arles 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 Arles has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Jardin d'été. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,025 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church. This church and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 965 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Roman Theatre of Arles. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,900 visitors.

The lovely Arles Amphitheatre is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,060 visitors have left this roman amphitheatre an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Arles, 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 O'Bidul. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 461 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille, another of the best restaurants in Marseille. Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 184 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Panier Marseillais. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Champ De Mars to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Marseille, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'unic Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. L'unic Bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 341 customers.

Beer District Marseille is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 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 13 – Marseille - departure day

Day 13

Day 13 – Marseille - departure day

  • Marseille - Departure day
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  • L'Ombrière de Norman Foster
  • More

Day 13 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Marseille 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.

L'Ombrière de Norman Foster is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Marseille. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,449 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Marseille at La Cantine de Nour d'Égypte before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Chez Marinette for your last chance at a meal in the city of Marseille. The Chez Marinette restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 423 customers.

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

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