5-Day France road trip Starting from Caen to Paris

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Caen. You’ll stay in Caen for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Caen has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Forêt d'Ifs. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,364 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 Caen, Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Beef & Cow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

Locals recommend Les Fils à Maman Caen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

Caen also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Caen is L'Hydropathe. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Caen is Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Locals also enjoy Vertigo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Caen. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Paris. You’ll stay in Paris for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Caen’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Caen, start your day with a visit to the amazing Caen Botanical Garden. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,184 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Colline aux Oiseaux. This green space and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,950 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mémorial de Caen to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Mémorial de Caen is a peace museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,288 visitors. Every year, around 349,455 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely The "Big Bunker" is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,021 visitors have left this defence work average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Caen has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Paris. Paris 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 Restaurant Guy Savoy. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,143 reviews.

The remarkable Le Bistrot Du Perigord is another top restaurant in Paris we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kitchen Galerie Bis is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Paris, the fantastic Le Calbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Little Red Door. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Sacré-Cœur. As one of the top sights in the area, around 11,000,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

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 Louvre Museum. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Each year, approximately 2,825,000 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 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 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!

Day 4 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Paris and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Caen. You will stay in Caen for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Paris is the amazing Musée d'Orsay. As such, over 3,651,616 people visit Musée d'Orsay yearly. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible lattice tower, Eiffel Tower. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Eiffel Tower welcomes around 6,207,303 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Paris is the outstanding Champ de Mars. This popular urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors. Approximately 3,651,616 travelers come to Paris every year to see the stunning Musée d'Orsay with their own eyes.

The spectacular Pont Alexandre III is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating deck arch bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 27,899 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a popular triumphal arch that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors. Arc de Triomphe hosts around 2,743,823 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 Paris by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Caen, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bistronome, one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,669 customers.

Locals also recommend Pizzeria Novità as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. Pizzeria Novità is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Mian Mian. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

After dinner, visit Delirium Café, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Les Déserteurs. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 434 customers.

Alternatively, The brew bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 365 customers.

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

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

Caen Castle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Caen. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Caen at Ju'ste Chez Moi before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Monsieur Louis for your last chance at a meal in the city of Caen. The Monsieur Louis restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 592 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try A Contre Sens. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

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