4-Day France road trip Starting from Marseille to Montpellier

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 2 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 Friche la Belle de Mai. This attraction is a bar and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,400 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, L'Épuisette. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 830 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is Twist Avenue. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Locals recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Marseille also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Marseille is Les 3 Frères. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,017 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Marseille is Bistrot l’Horloge. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

Locals also enjoy O'BRADY'S IRISH PUB. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in France!

Day 2 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Marseille and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Montpellier. You will stay in Montpellier for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Marseille is the amazing Marseille Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Marseille is the outstanding Calanques National Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors.

The spectacular Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating church building and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Coldrip food and coffee, one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Locals also recommend Empanadas Club as one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. Empanadas Club is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier is Le Petit Jardin. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

After dinner, visit Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Les Enfants Rouges. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

Alternatively, O'Carolans Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Montpellier 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 Montpellier and Nimes 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 Montpellier. When you’re eager to explore the hamlet and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Pont du Gard. This attraction is an arch bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 visitors.

Wave goodbye to La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard 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 Nimes has to offer.

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.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Haribo Candy Museum. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 17,011 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Pont du Gard. This arch bridge and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Nimes, 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 Coogee. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 533 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bouchon Provençal, another of the best restaurants in Marseille. Le Bouchon Provençal is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Chez Roger. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,502 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit O'Malley 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 1,796 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Caravelle. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La Caravelle has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

Le Café de la Banque 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 1,223 customers.

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

Day 4 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 Nul Part Ailleurs before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,400 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Paulette - Restaurant Vieux Port for your last chance at a meal in the city of Marseille. The Paulette - Restaurant Vieux Port restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,345 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try La cigale vieux port. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 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!