6-Day France road trip from Caen to Rouen and 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 Sans Gêne. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Stéphane Carbone Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

Caen also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Caen is Villa Eugène. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 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 6-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 Rouen. You’ll stay in Rouen for 1 night. 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 L'Abbaye-aux-Hommes. This much-appreciated place of worship and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,380 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 Rouen. Rouen 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 Gill. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 517 reviews.

The remarkable Crêperie Rouennaise is another top restaurant in Rouen we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Arkose Rouen is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 766 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rouen, the fantastic UNDERDOGS - Beer bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 550 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Delirium Café Rouen. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Au Fût et à mesure. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 529 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Rouen and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Rouen 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 Rouen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Sacré-Cœur. This attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors. Over 11,000,000 people visit Sacré-Cœur annually.

You could also stop at the incredible La Villette. This attraction, a beloved commune of france, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Rouen is the stunning Jardin des plantes. This botanical garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated mausoleum in Rouen. The popular Panthéon is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight, or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Notre-Dame de Paris. This attraction is a catholic cathedral rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 45,788 reviews. Around 12,000,000 people come to see this attraction every year.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord, another of the best restaurants in Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit La Coupole to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Train Bleu. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Train Bleu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Le Fumoir 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 3,606 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!

On day 4 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 Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

Eiffel Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower attracts about 6,207,303 travelers annually.

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 Musée d'Orsay. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,651,616 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 Louvre Museum. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 visitors. Louvre Museum hosts around 2,825,000 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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 Angelina. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Au Pied de Cochon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Locals enjoy To Restaurant Paris, 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 2,267 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Le Mesturet. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Little Red Door. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

The Bombardier is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

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

Day 5 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible opera house, Palais Garnier. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Paris is the outstanding place de la Concorde. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

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

Locals also recommend Les Fils à Maman Caen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. Les Fils à Maman Caen is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Le Bistronome. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,669 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 Balthazar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Alternatively, Café de Caen is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,267 customers.

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

Day 6 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 Pizzeria Novità before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Bistrot Basque for your last chance at a meal in the city of Caen. The Le Bistrot Basque restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,352 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try L'Hydropathe. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 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!