5-Day France road trip from Brest to Saint-brieuc and Nantes

Brest has many popular destinations you can explore.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest, Le Coup de Fourchette. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brest is La Maison de l'Océan. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,864 customers.

Locals recommend Le Crabe Marteau as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,406 customers.

Brest also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Brest is The Dubliners. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Brest is Les Tontons Zingueurs. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 721 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Cottage. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in France!

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Brest and embark on a scenic drive to Saint-brieuc, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Brest and Brittany 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 Brest. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Oceanopolis. This attraction is an aquarium that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 16,827 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Le Phare du Petit Minou. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,754 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Brest is the stunning Musée National de la Marine. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,043 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Le Phare du Petit Minou. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,754 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Fonds Hélène & Édouard Leclerc. This best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,533 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Château de La Roche-Jagu (France). This castle and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,491 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Brittany, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Saint-brieuc. When you arrive in Saint-brieuc 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 Aux Pesked. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 236 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Kalbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Saint-brieuc, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 167 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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

Day 3 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Rennes and the city of Nantes. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Rennes is the amazing Parc des Gayeulles. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,176 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible parc du Thabor. This urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,132 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Rennes 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 Île de Versailles (Nantes) in the city of Nantes for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a river island and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,112 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Nantes is the outstanding Botanical Garden. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Le Lieu Unique. This attraction, a stunning top-tier point of interest, has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,945 travelers.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

Locals also recommend Pickles as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. Pickles is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Le Fou du Roi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

After dinner, visit Gigg's Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Labo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Alternatively, Fleming's Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Nantes and the city of Vannes. You’ll stay in Brest for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Nantes today is Château des ducs de Bretagne. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors. Each year, Château des ducs de Bretagne attracts over 167,867 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Machines of the Isle of Nantes, an outstanding art project, in the city of Nantes. Around 33,332 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nantes is parc de Procé. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,256 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 Remparts de Vannes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Vannes. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,952 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest, Big Fernand. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Les Ptites Recettes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest. Restaurant Les Ptites Recettes is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 891 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brest is Thai Phuket. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,062 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Brest, Les Fauvettes. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 602 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La Petite Poésie. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 609 customers.

Greenwich Café is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Brest. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Brest 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.

Oceanopolis is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Brest. This aquarium and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 16,827 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the Le Phare du Petit Minou top-tier point of interest is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.7 out of 5-star rating from 2,754 reviews.

You can also stop at Musée National de la Marine museum to capture the beauty and wonder of Brest one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,043 travelers.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Brest at L'Embrun before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 523 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le M for your last chance at a meal in the city of Brest. The Le M restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 497 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Crêperie Le Roi Gradlon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

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