5-Day France road trip from Pau to Bordeaux and Carcassonne

Pau 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 Pau, L'Opéra. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pau is Le Berry. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,274 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Cotes & Mer as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 835 customers.

Pau also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pau is Le Garage. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,953 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pau is The Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 731 customers.

Locals also enjoy Au Fût et à mesure. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 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 Pau and embark on a scenic drive to Bordeaux, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Pau and New Aquitaine 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 Pau. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc Beaumont. This attraction is a green space that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,112 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible place Clémenceau. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,641 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Pau is the stunning Funiculaire de Pau. This funicular and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,020 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in New Aquitaine, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Bordeaux. When you arrive in Bordeaux 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 suzzi. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Oiseau Bleu, another of the best restaurants in Bordeaux. L'Oiseau Bleu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Symbiose to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bordeaux, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connemara. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Connemara has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Molly Malone's is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 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!

Day 3 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 Bordeaux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Carcassonne. You will stay in Carcassonne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bordeaux is the amazing jardin public. This attraction is an urban park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, La Cité du Vin. With an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bordeaux is the outstanding place de la Bourse. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

The spectacular miroir d'eau is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating reflecting pool and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,462 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Bordeaux 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 Carcassonne, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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

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 Carcassonne. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Pau. You’ll stay in Pau for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Carcassonne’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Carcassonne, start your day with a visit to the amazing Château Comtal. This much-appreciated castle and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,201 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Cité de Carcassonne to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Cité de Carcassonne is a fortress that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

The lovely Basilique Saint Nazaire is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,146 visitors have left this church average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Carcassonne has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Pau. Pau 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 Ô PETIT PAÙ. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 570 reviews.

The remarkable Le Poulet à 3 Pattes is another top restaurant in Pau we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurant Le SUD is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Pau, the fantastic Snug. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful New Red Lion. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 493 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is V and B Pau. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 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 Pau 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.

Parc Beaumont is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Pau. This green space and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,112 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the place Clémenceau square is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.4 out of 5-star rating from 1,641 reviews.

You can also stop at Funiculaire de Pau funicular to capture the beauty and wonder of Pau one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,020 travelers.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Pau at Le Dauphin before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Resto Dit Vin for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pau. The Resto Dit Vin restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 230 customers.

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