5-Day France road trip from Lyon to Valence and Nimes

Lyon has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Place Bellecour. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

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 Lyon, Bouchon Tupin. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is L'Institut Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Locals recommend Flair Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

Lyon also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Lyon is L Bar food & drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Lyon is The Phantom of the Opera. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Locals also enjoy Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

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

Day 2 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Valence for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible minor basilica, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

The spectacular Grand Parc Miribel Jonage is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 12,314 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic iFLY Lyon. This attraction is a popular must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,468 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 Valence, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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 Valence 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 Valence and Vaucluse 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 Palais des Papes. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,931 visitors. Around 616,210 people visit Palais des Papes every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 17,658 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Vaucluse, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Nimes. When you arrive in Nimes 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 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!

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 Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon 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 Jardin de La Fontaine. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Haribo Candy Museum to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Haribo Candy Museum is a museum that has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 visitors.

The lovely Pont du Gard is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 29,439 visitors have left this arch bridge average ratings of 4.6 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 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 Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,459 reviews.

The remarkable Le Mirtillo is another top restaurant in Lyon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Betty's Bar is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lyon, the fantastic Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Dam's Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The King Arthur. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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

Fresque des Lyonnais is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lyon. This fresco and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,927 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Lyon at Le Garet before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend L'Alexandrin for your last chance at a meal in the city of Lyon. The L'Alexandrin restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 349 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try L'Établi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 379 customers.

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