Two-Week France Road Trip from Nice to Nimes, Valence, Beaune, and Paris

Coast of Nice, France during golden sunset hour
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Duration
15 days & 14 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
14 nights included
Car rental
15 days included
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Description

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 Nice, 1 night in Nimes, 1 night in Valence, 1 night in Beaune, 4 nights in Paris, 1 night in Blois, 1 night in Auxerre, 1 night in Lyon, and 1 night in Marseille, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Nice, Arles, Nimes, Valence, Beaune, Paris, Villepreux, Blois, Suèvres, Auxerre, Lyon, and Marseille. We'll help you experience the best 15 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Nice, 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 Sacré-Cœur and learn more about the unique Palace of Versailles to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Nice, Arles, Nimes, Valence, Beaune, Paris, Villepreux, Blois, Suèvres, Auxerre, Lyon, and Marseille, 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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Included

Hotel, 14 nights
Rental car, 15 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

View of Mediterranean luxury resort and bay with yachts. Nice, Cote d'Azur, France. Nice / 3 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 4 nights
The City of Lyon in the daytime.Lyon / 1 night
Photo of Nimes Arena aerial panoramic view. Nimes is a city in the Occitanie region of southern France.Nîmes / 1 night
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Saint Jean Castle and Cathedral de la Major and the Vieux port in Marseille, France.Marseille / 1 night
Monaco - city in MonacoMonaco
Avignon - city in FranceAvignon
Photo of aerial view of Valence historical city of France.Valence / 1 night
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune / 1 night
Auxerre - city in FranceAuxerre / 1 night
Arles - city in FranceArles
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
Suèvres

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Attractions

Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
Photo of beautiful summer view of Louvre Museum, one of the world's most important museums, historic monument and parisian landmark, Paris, France.Louvre Museum
Photo of Arc de Triomphe  Early in the morning with the French flag, France.Arc de Triomphe
Photo of Champ de Mars view from top of Eiffel tower looking down see the entire city as a beautiful classic architecture, France.Champ de Mars
Photo of the Sacred Heart (Sacre Cœur Basilica),on Montmartre hill, Paris, France.Sacré-Cœur
Photo of Versailles palace outside Paris at sunset, France.Palace of Versailles
Photo of Luxembourg gardens and palace with puffy clouds in Paris, France.Jardin du Luxembourg
Photo of Corner of the Tuileries Garden with flower bed and alley with sculptures in Paris in springtime, France.Tuileries Garden
Photo of the Musee d'Orsay is a museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine.Musée d'Orsay
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
Pompidou Center - ParisCentre Georges Pompidou
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of 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 du GardPont du Gard
Pont Alexandre IIIPont Alexandre III
Monte Carlo Casino, Monte-Carlo, MonacoMonte Carlo Casino
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
Carrières des Lumières
Old Monaco MuseumMusée océanographique de Monaco
photo of the medieval Fontainebleau palace (Chateau de Fontainebleau) at beautiful summer in France.Palace of Fontainebleau
photo of the equestrian monument of King Louis XIV in Place Bellecour at morning in Lyon, France.Place Bellecour
Castle Hill, Vieux Nice, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCastle Hill
Prince's Palace of Monaco
photo of Pont Neuf and river Seine waters at beautiful morning in Paris, France.Pont Neuf
Jardin de La Fontaine, Nimes, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin de La Fontaine
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 famous Pont des Arts at beautiful morning in Paris, France.Pont des Arts
Haribo Candy Museum, Uzès, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceHaribo Candy Museum
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, FranceHôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
Château des Baux-de-Provence
photo of the Roman Arles Amphitheatre in the Old Town of Arles in France.Arles Amphitheatre
Mercantour National Park, Roubion, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceMercantour National Park
Saint Jean Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste) in Lyon, France, EuropeLyon Cathedral
photo of Triton Fountain at Albert I Garden its ancient Greek statue and historical monument with Mediterranean house facades in Nice, France.Albert I Garden
St Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice
Musée de la Romanité de NîmesMusée de la Romanité
photo of Promenade du Paillon at morning in Nice, France.Promenade du Paillon
Pont du Gard Museum
Jardin des Doms, Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin des doms
La Moutarderie Fallot
Maison de la Magie Robert-HoudinMaison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
Waterfall
Basilica of Our Lady
Diana Garden, Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceDiana Garden

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Day 1 – Nice - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Nice - arrival day

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

Nice has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Albert I Garden. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,739 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 Nice, Chez Acchiardo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,467 customers.

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

Locals recommend Peixes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers.

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

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

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

Enjoy toasting the start of your 15-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 – Nice

Day 2

Day 2 – Nice

  • Nice
  • More

Drive 168 km, 4 hours 20 min

  • Waterfall
  • Castle Hill
  • Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice
  • Mercantour National Park
  • More

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

Today you'll explore the city of Nice. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Castle Hill. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,646 visitors.

Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nice. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,225 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nice is Mercantour National Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,215 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 Nice.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice, like Le Frog. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,109 customers.

L'antica is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nice. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Locals enjoy Comptoir du Marché, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Nice. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nice, Riviera & Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Shapko. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,073 customers.

Le Vingt4 is another of the best bars in the city of Nice. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 453 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Arles and Nimes

Day 3

Day 3 – Arles and Nimes

  • Nîmes
  • Arles
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Drive 299 km, 3 hours 57 min

  • Château des Baux-de-Provence
  • Carrières des Lumières
  • Arles Amphitheatre
  • Jardin de La Fontaine
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Nice and embark on a scenic drive to Nimes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Nice 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 Nice. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château des Baux-de-Provence. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,346 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Carrières des Lumières. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Nice is the stunning Arles Amphitheatre. This roman amphitheatre and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like L'Instant T. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit O’Flaherty’s to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nimes, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

La bonne mousse is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 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 4 – Nimes and Valence

Day 4

Day 4 – Nimes and Valence

  • Nîmes
  • Valence
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Drive 172 km, 2 hours 31 min

  • Musée de la Romanité
  • Haribo Candy Museum
  • Pont du Gard
  • Pont du Gard Museum
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Nimes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Valence. You’ll stay in Valence for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nimes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Nimes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Musée de la Romanité. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors. Each year, around 25,271 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Haribo Candy Museum. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 17,011 visitors.

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

The lovely Pont du Gard Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,292 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nimes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Valence. Valence offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 5 – Beaune

Day 5

Day 5 – Beaune

  • Lyon
  • Beaune
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Drive 272 km, 3 hours 40 min

  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Place Bellecour
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
  • More

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Valence and embark on a scenic drive to Beaune, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Valence and Lyon Metropolis before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Valence. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc Jouvet. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,363 visitors.

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

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

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This attraction is a minor basilica that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,765 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Lyon Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,228 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Place Bellecour. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

The lovely parc de la Tête d'Or is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 50,621 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Lyon Metropolis, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Beaune. When you arrive in Beaune 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 Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101 customers.

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

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

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

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 6 – Melun and Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Melun and Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 323 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • Diana Garden
  • Bois de Vincennes
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
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You’ll stay in Paris for 4 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Palace of Fontainebleau. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

Around 536 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of France, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in France. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to bois de Vincennes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Paris. This popular attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 35,777 visitors.

This outstanding catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 travelers.

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

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

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

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

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

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Little Red Door. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Paris

Day 7

Day 7 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 13 km, 1 hour 11 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Palais Garnier
  • Centre Georges Pompidou
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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 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 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 Palais Garnier. This opera house and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Centre Georges Pompidou. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 55,213 visitors. Centre Georges Pompidou hosts around 3,273,867 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 8 – Paris

Day 8

Day 8 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 30 km, 1 hour 47 min

  • Panthéon
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • 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 Panthéon. This incredible attraction is a mausoleum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 visitors.

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

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

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sacré-Cœur. This church building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Each year, approximately 11,000,000 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 La Villette. This commune of france is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 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 9 – Paris

Day 9

Day 9 – Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 7 km, 43 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Pont Neuf
  • Pont des Arts
  • Louvre Museum
  • 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 des plantes. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

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 Pont Neuf. This amazing attraction is a stone bridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,537 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Pont des Arts. This footbridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,320 visitors.

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 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.

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

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Day 10 – Paris, Villepreux, and Blois

Day 10

Day 10 – Paris, Villepreux, and Blois

  • Paris
  • Blois
  • Villepreux
  • More

Drive 213 km, 3 hours 10 min

  • Place de la Concorde
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • More

Day 10 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Paris and the city of Villepreux. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Paris is the amazing place de la Concorde. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Pont Alexandre III. This deck arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

Arc de Triomphe is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Paris. This well-known attraction, a spectacular triumphal arch, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 193,235 reviews. Approximately 2,743,823 travelers visit this popular place of interest annually.

Joining a top-rated tour in Paris 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 Palace of Versailles in the city of Villepreux for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Each year, Palace of Versailles is visited by more than 4,741,758 travelers, so don't miss out!

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Villepreux is the outstanding Gardens of Versailles. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors, this french formal garden 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 Blois.

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 11 – Suèvres and Auxerre

Day 11

Day 11 – Suèvres and Auxerre

  • Blois
  • Auxerre
  • Suèvres
  • More

Drive 251 km, 3 hours 8 min

  • Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Château de Cheverny
  • Château de Chambord
  • 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 Auxerre. You will stay in Auxerre 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 Robert-Houdin House of Magic. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,105 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible château, Château de Blois. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Suèvres is the outstanding Château de Cheverny. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 visitors.

The spectacular Château de Chambord is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating château and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,219 visitors.

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

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Day 12 – Beaune and Lyon

Day 12

Day 12 – Beaune and Lyon

  • Lyon
  • Beaune
  • More

Drive 302 km, 3 hours 21 min

  • La Moutarderie Fallot
  • Basilica of Our Lady
  • Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
  • More

Rise and shine on day 12 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Auxerre and embark on a scenic drive to Lyon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Auxerre and Beaune 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 Auxerre. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre - Baie 129. This attraction is a stained glass window that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,232 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Abbey of Saint-Germain d'Auxerre. This attraction, a beloved place of worship, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 569 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Auxerre is the stunning Muséum d’Histoire naturelle d’Auxerre. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 174 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Beaune 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 Beaune has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable La Moutarderie Fallot. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,107 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Basilica of Our Lady. This church and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 773 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,805 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Beaune, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Lyon. When you arrive in Lyon 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 Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lyon, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Phantom of the Opera has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Black Forest Society is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 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 – Cabrières-d'Avignon and Marseille

Day 13

Day 13 – Cabrières-d'Avignon and Marseille

  • Avignon
  • Marseille
  • More

Drive 331 km, 3 hours 40 min

  • Pont d'Avignon
  • Palais des Papes
  • Jardin des doms
  • More

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille 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 Marseille. Marseille 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 Twist Avenue. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 618 reviews.

The remarkable AM par Alexandre Mazzia is another top restaurant in Marseille we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Bouchon Provençal is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Marseille, the fantastic Carry Nation. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful O'Malley. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is La Caravelle. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 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 14 – Marseille, Monaco, and Nice

Day 14

Day 14 – Marseille, Monaco, and Nice

  • Marseille
  • Monaco
  • Nice
  • More

Drive 257 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
  • Musée océanographique de Monaco
  • Prince's Palace of Monaco
  • Monte Carlo Casino
  • More

You’ll stay in Nice for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Marseille today is Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This excellent attraction is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 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 Prince's Palace of Monaco for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,604 visitors.

This outstanding architectural structure has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,883 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice, La Langouste. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 606 customers.

Locals recommend Le Cèdre as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. Le Cèdre is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 454 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Nice, Barbacane Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 318 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Tipsy bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 289 customers.

Au Fût et à mesure is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Nice. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 362 customers.

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

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Day 15 – Nice - departure day

Day 15

Day 15 – Nice - departure day

  • Nice - Departure day
  • More
  • Promenade du Paillon
  • More

Day 15 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Nice before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Promenade du Paillon is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nice. This greenway and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,770 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Nice at Cumin & Cannelle before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 353 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Bistrot Marin for your last chance at a meal in the city of Nice. The Bistrot Marin restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Bocal. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 253 customers.

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

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