5-Day Relaxed France Road Trip in Nimes

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through France begins when you reach Nimes, where you’ll stay for a total of 4 nights.

Nimes is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Jardin de La Fontaine. Around 15,878 visitors have rated this fascinating park and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

In the city of Nimes, nothing beats the comfort the incredible Hotel Imperator provides. This 5-star hotel is one of the most luxurious places to stay in the area and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 329 guests.

The best 4-star hotel we recommend in Nimes is Best Western Marquis De La Baume. This hotel offers many conveniences and is the perfect base for your relaxed road trip activities. Best Western Marquis De La Baume has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 2,069 guests.

Budget travelers in Nimes can stay cozy at the 3-star Le Pre Galoffre by Inter-Hotel. With an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 882 guests, this cheap hotel is the number one budget hotel option in the city.

These excellent hotels ensure guests a safe and relaxing stay in Nimes. If these popular options are not available for your time in the city, our system will automatically help you find the best alternatives.

Exploring the food culture in Nimes offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

If you’re curious about what Nimes looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at O’Flaherty’s, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,377 reviews.

La bonne mousse offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Nimes. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in France! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in France!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Nimes, where you’ll be staying for another 3 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Nimes will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating arch bridge, the stunning Pont du Gard. Around 29,439 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Pont du Gard Museum, a popular museum and another top-rated attraction in Nimes.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Musée de la Romanité. This local attraction is an amazing museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors. In a single year, the wonderful Musée de la Romanité welcomes more than 25,271 travelers, indicating that this attraction is one of the most popular places of interest in Nimes.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Nimes. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Nimes and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Nimes that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Nimes to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Nimes for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Nimes.

With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers, the dining experience L'Instant T offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Le Prolé, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Nimes is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Barberousse Nîmes, another well-known bar in Nimes. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 425 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Nimes, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Nimes will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating obelisk, the stunning Obélisque d'Arles. Around 658 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Arles Amphitheatre, a popular roman amphitheatre and another top-rated attraction in Nimes.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Nimes. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Nimes and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Nimes that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Nimes to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Nimes for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Nimes.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 323 customers, the dining experience Gard O Wine offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Big Ben Bar, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Nimes is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 295 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Livestation DIY - Nîmes, another well-known bar in Nimes. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 139 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Nimes, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Nimes will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination, the stunning Arc de Triomphe. Around 6,323 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Jardin des plantes de Montpellier, a popular botanical garden and another top-rated attraction in Nimes.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This local attraction is an amazing square that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Comedy Square will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in France more memorable. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through France is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Nimes. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Nimes and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Nimes that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Nimes to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Nimes for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Nimes.

With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 139 customers, the dining experience Livestation DIY - Nîmes offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Bar des Beaux Arts, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Nimes is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 117 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Les Caves de Bernis, another well-known bar in Nimes. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 101 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

Day 5 of your relaxed road trip in France is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Nimes.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Nimes once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in France on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Auguste gate is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Nimes. This top sight is a popular city gate, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,056 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 5 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Nimes or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Les Caves de Bernis. Dining at Les Caves de Bernis is one of the best food experiences you can have in Nimes. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Nimes and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 5-day relaxed road trip in France is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.