6-Day France road trip from La Rochelle to Angouleme, Blois, and Angers

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

La Rochelle has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,404 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 La Rochelle, Christopher Coutanceau. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,006 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle is LE JARDIN DU MARCHÉ. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 978 customers.

Locals recommend Iséo as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,577 customers.

La Rochelle also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of La Rochelle is Le Bistrot de Mémé. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,522 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of La Rochelle is The Famous Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Children of Rock. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,254 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in La Rochelle and embark on a scenic drive to Angouleme, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Bunker La Rochelle (Museum). This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,071 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible La Rochelle Aquarium. This attraction, a beloved aquarium, has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 6,656 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in La Rochelle is the stunning Musée maritime de La Rochelle. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,865 visitors.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Blois and the city of Chenonceaux. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Blois is the amazing Château de Blois. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Natural History Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 217 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Blois 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 Château de Chenonceau in the city of Chenonceaux for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne, one of the best restaurants in the city of Blois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 160 customers.

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 Tours and the city of Saumur. You’ll stay in Angers for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Tours today is Jardin botanique de Tours. This excellent attraction is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,560 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Château de Villandry, an outstanding château, in the city of Tours. Around 13,506 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 Musée des Blindés for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Saumur. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,372 visitors.

This outstanding museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,097 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers, Bistrot des Ducs. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,756 customers.

Locals recommend Crêperie du Château as one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers. Crêperie du Château is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Angers is NACHOS. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,265 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Angers, La Reserve. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,483 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Mamie Fada. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

Le Héron carré is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Angers. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Angers and embark on a scenic drive to La Rochelle, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Angers 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 Angers. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Balzac Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,646 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Château d'Angers. This attraction, a beloved château, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,556 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like La Boussole. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,452 customers.

Locals also recommend Amorino Gelato - La Rochelle, another of the best restaurants in La Rochelle. Amorino Gelato - La Rochelle is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 796 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Café du Nord. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 722 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Café Corniche to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in La Rochelle, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Jolly Sailor. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Jolly Sailor has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Mac Ewan's Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 622 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 6 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of La Rochelle 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.

Grosse Horloge is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in La Rochelle. This city gate and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 441 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of La Rochelle at Les P’tits Loups before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 433 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Palem Café for your last chance at a meal in the city of La Rochelle. The Palem Café restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Chat’Ren’Thé - CatCoffee & Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.

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