Two-Week 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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Duration
15 days & 14 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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14 nights included
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15 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 15-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, 5 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, Suèvres, Blois, Poitiers, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Arles. We'll help you experience the best 15 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, Suèvres, Blois, 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 14 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 14 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, 14 nights
Rental car, 15 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 / 5 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
Pompidou Center - ParisCentre Georges Pompidou
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of 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
Beautiful sunrise at the Pont Alexandre III and Les Invalides in ParisLes Invalides
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
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
Palais LongchampPalais Longchamp
Jardin PublicJardin Public
Grand Parc Miribel Jonage
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
Forêt de Fontainebleau
photo of fairytale Chaumont-sur -Loire castle in Loire valley, France.Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
photo of The Porte Cailhau or Porte du Palais is a former town gate of the city of Bordeaux, France. It is one of the main touristic attractions of the city.Porte Cailhau
Yachts reflecting in the still water of the old Vieux Port of Marseilles beneath Cathedral of Notre Dame, France, on sunriseOld Port of Marseille
photo of a kiosk at the beautiful Grand Rond Park at morning in Toulouse, France.Grand Rond
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
Jardin d'été
Jacques-Gabriel Bridge
Tour Denecourt FontainebleauDenecourt tower
Rose Garden Blois, Blois, Loir-et-Cher, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceBishopric Rose Garden
Diana Garden, Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceDiana Garden
Relais d'information touristique Mon'Ti Train
Natural History Museum

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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 15-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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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 Cabrières-d'Avignon’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Cabrières-d'Avignon, start your day with a visit to the amazing Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Palais des Papes. This palace and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,931 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin des doms to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin des doms is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Cabrières-d'Avignon 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!

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Day 4 – Beaune

Day 4

Day 4 – Beaune

  • Lyon
  • Beaune
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Drive 184 km, 2 hours 44 min

  • Place Bellecour
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
  • Grand Parc Miribel Jonage
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Day 4 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Beaune for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Lyon Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

This popular minor basilica and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The spectacular parc de la Tête d'Or is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Grand Parc Miribel Jonage. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 12,314 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 Beaune, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Rest O Bar, one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune. This restaurant has an average rating 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.

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

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Day 5 – Melun and Paris

Day 5

Day 5 – Melun and Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 336 km, 3 hours 59 min

  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • Diana Garden
  • Forêt de Fontainebleau
  • Denecourt tower
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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 5 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.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Diana Garden. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 536 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Forêt de Fontainebleau. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,778 visitors.

The lovely Denecourt tower is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 584 visitors have left this observation tower an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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
  • More

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 4 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 15 km, 1 hour 36 min

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

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 3 nights left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Arc de Triomphe. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,743,823 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors.

Les Invalides is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,459 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Pont Alexandre III. This amazing attraction is a deck arch bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding place de la Concorde. This square and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Palais Garnier. This opera house is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 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

Day 8

Day 8 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 33 km, 1 hour 47 min

  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • Bois de Vincennes
  • Jardin des plantes
  • Panthéon
  • More

On day 8 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 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 Le Restaurant Vingt Spts. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Joséphine Chez Dumonet is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Les Fous de l'Île. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like L'Imprévu Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Le Requin Chagrin is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

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Day 9 – Paris

Day 9

Day 9 – Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 5 km, 46 min

  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Centre Georges Pompidou
  • More

On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Jardin du Luxembourg. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors.

Sainte Chapelle is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Notre-Dame de Paris. Attracting 12,000,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Notre-Dame de Paris is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Centre Georges Pompidou. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,273,867 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

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 Alliance. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Prescription Cocktail Club. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Sherry Butt. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 594 customers.

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Day 10 – Suèvres and Blois

Day 10

Day 10 – Suèvres and Blois

  • Blois
  • Suèvres
  • More

Drive 212 km, 3 hours 5 min

  • Château de Chambord
  • Château de Cheverny
  • Jacques-Gabriel Bridge
  • Bishopric Rose Garden
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 10 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 Blois. You’ll stay in Blois 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 Château de Chambord. This much-appreciated château and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Château de Cheverny. This château and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,031 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jacques-Gabriel Bridge to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jacques-Gabriel Bridge is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 820 visitors.

The lovely Bishopric Rose Garden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 572 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Suèvres has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Blois. Blois 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 Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 160 reviews.

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Day 11 – Suèvres and Poitiers

Day 11

Day 11 – Suèvres and Poitiers

  • Blois
  • Poitiers
  • Suèvres
  • More

Drive 170 km, 2 hours 38 min

  • Natural History Museum
  • Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Relais d'information touristique Mon'Ti Train
  • Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
  • More

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 Suèvres and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Poitiers. You will stay in Poitiers for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Suèvres is the amazing Natural History Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 217 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Robert-Houdin House of Magic. With an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,105 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Suèvres is the outstanding Château de Blois. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

The spectacular Relais d'information touristique Mon'Ti Train is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating local government office and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 249 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire. This attraction is a popular château that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,761 visitors. Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire hosts around 513,000 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Minute Blonde Poitiers, one of the best restaurants in the city of Poitiers. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 207 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Palais de la Bière, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Poitiers. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,034 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Taverne Du Geek. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 466 customers.

Alternatively, Cluricaume Café. Is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Poitiers. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 386 customers.

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Day 12 – Bordeaux

Day 12

Day 12 – Bordeaux

  • Bordeaux
  • More

Drive 254 km, 3 hours 13 min

  • Cité du Vin
  • Jardin Public
  • Monument aux Girondins
  • Miroir d'eau
  • Place de la Bourse
  • More

Rise and shine on day 12 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 miroir d'eau is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 14,462 visitors have left this reflecting pool an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful place de la Bourse is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Bordeaux. This point of interest is a square rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 16,251 reviews.

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 13 – Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Carcassonne

Day 13

Day 13 – Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Carcassonne

  • Toulouse
  • Bordeaux
  • Carcassonne
  • More

Drive 337 km, 3 hours 57 min

  • Bordeaux Cathedral
  • Porte Cailhau
  • Grand Rond
  • Jardin des Plantes
  • More

Day 13 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bordeaux and the city of Toulouse. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bordeaux is the amazing Bordeaux Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Porte Cailhau. This city gate and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,609 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bordeaux 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 Grand Rond in the city of Toulouse for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an urban park and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,069 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Toulouse is the outstanding Jardin des Plantes. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors, this park 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 Carcassonne.

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Day 14 – Arles and Marseille

Day 14

Day 14 – Arles and Marseille

  • Marseille
  • Arles
  • More

Drive 316 km, 3 hours 31 min

  • Jardin d'été
  • Roman Theatre of Arles
  • Arles Amphitheatre
  • More

Rise and shine on day 14 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 Roman Theatre of Arles. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,900 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Arles Amphitheatre. This roman amphitheatre and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 visitors.

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 15 – Marseille - departure day

Day 15

Day 15 – Marseille - departure day

  • Marseille - Departure day
  • More
  • Palais Longchamp
  • More

Day 15 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.

Palais Longchamp is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Marseille. This water tower and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 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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