6-Day France Road Trip from Carcassonne traveling north to Montpellier, Lyon, and Nimes

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Carcassonne for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Carcassonne has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Carcassonne Castle Panorama View Point. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 467 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.

Carcassonne also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in France!

Day 2 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 Carcassonne and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Montpellier. You will stay in Montpellier for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Carcassonne is the amazing Basilique Saint Nazaire. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible fortress, Cité de Carcassonne. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Carcassonne is the outstanding Château Comtal. This popular castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

The spectacular Grotte de Limousis is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating show cave and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,361 visitors. In addition, approximately 15,000 travelers visit this popular site annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Les Quatre Châteaux de Lastours. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,293 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Coldrip food and coffee, one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Locals also recommend Empanadas Club as one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. Empanadas Club is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier is Le Petit Jardin. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

After dinner, visit Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Shakespeare. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Alternatively, Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

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 Montpellier and embark on a scenic drive to Lyon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Montpellier 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 Montpellier. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Comedy Square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,883 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Planet Ocean World. This attraction, a beloved aquarium, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 8,786 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Montpellier is the stunning esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 17,658 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Palais des Papes. This palace and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,931 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 616,210 yearly visitors.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Jardin des doms. This urban park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Vaucluse, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Lyon. When you arrive in Lyon 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 Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Lyon. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lyon, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Phantom of the Opera. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Phantom of the Opera has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Black Forest Society is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 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!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Nimes. You’ll stay in Nimes for 1 night.

This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Lyon Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,228 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The lovely parc de la Tête d'Or is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 50,621 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Nimes 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 L'Instant T. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 752 reviews.

The remarkable Gard O Wine is another top restaurant in Nimes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Livestation DIY - Nîmes is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nimes, the fantastic O’Flaherty’s. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is La bonne mousse. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 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 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 Nimes 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 Nimes is the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Haribo Candy Museum. With an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nimes is the outstanding Pont du Gard. This popular arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

The spectacular Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,652 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Nimes 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!

Day 6 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Carcassonne 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.

Portail des Jacobins is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Carcassonne. This gate and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 296 visitors.

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

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