5-Day France Road Trip from Nantes traveling west to Vannes

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Nantes. You’ll stay in Nantes for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Nantes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Miroir d'eau. This attraction is a reflecting pool and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 866 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 Nantes, Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Pickles. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

Locals recommend Le Fou du Roi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

Nantes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nantes is Gigg's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nantes is Le Labo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Locals also enjoy Fleming's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

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

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

Today you'll explore the city of Nantes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Île de Versailles (Nantes). This incredible attraction is a river island and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,112 visitors.

Botanical Garden is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nantes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nantes is Le Lieu Unique. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,945 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This art project and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic parc de Procé. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,256 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 Nantes.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes, like Inde et Vous. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 873 customers.

Le Bouchon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nantes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 650 customers.

Locals enjoy L'instinct gourmand, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Nantes. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nantes, Les BerThoM. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Le Cercle Rouge Nantes. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Bootlegger is another of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 344 customers.

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

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

One of the best places to visit in the city of Saint Nazaire is the amazing Terre de Sel. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,701 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Saint Nazaire 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 Remparts de Vannes in the city of Vannes for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,952 visitors.

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

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 Lorient and the city of Rennes. You’ll stay in Nantes for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Lorient today is Carnac stones. This excellent attraction is an archaeological site that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 15,035 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 parc du Thabor for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Rennes. This popular attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,132 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,176 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes, L'Abelia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 538 customers.

Locals recommend Lamaccotte - Restaurant Nantes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. Lamaccotte - Restaurant Nantes is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 426 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Restaurant Art'N Blum - Restaurant Nantes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 388 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Nantes, Belle de Jour. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 221 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Crêperie Ker Breizh. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

KITKAT Bar is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 479 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 Nantes 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Nantes at Cuit Lu Cru before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Imagine - Restaurant - Nantes for your last chance at a meal in the city of Nantes. The Imagine - Restaurant - Nantes restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 299 customers.

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