6-Day France road trip from Pau to Bordeaux and Toulouse

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 6-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 2 nights. 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!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Bordeaux, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of La Teste-de-Buch is Dune of Pilat. This amazing attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 35,111 visitors.

You can also make your new day in France more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of France’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Bordeaux.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant Melodie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

Le Confidentiel is one of the top restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is Le K Baroque. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux, Le Bar à Vin. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Bordeaux, we recommend the cocktails at The Houses Of Parliament. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux is Sherlock Holmes Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Bordeaux!

Day 4 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 Toulouse and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Toulouse. You will stay in Toulouse for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Toulouse is the amazing Musée Aeroscopia. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,683 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Place Saint-Pierre. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,139 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Toulouse is the outstanding Pont-Neuf. This popular deck arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 visitors.

The spectacular Jardin des Plantes is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,847 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Square Charles de Gaulle. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,579 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Cantine Des Sales Gosses, one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,095 customers.

Locals also recommend Grain De Folie as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse. Grain De Folie is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse is Le Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

After dinner, visit The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Toulouse. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The George and Dragon. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Alternatively, The London Town is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Toulouse. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Toulouse and the city of Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Pau for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Toulouse today is Basilica of St. Sernin. This excellent attraction is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

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 Château Comtal for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Carcassonne. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

This outstanding fortress has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau, Ô PETIT PAÙ. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 570 customers.

Locals recommend Le Poulet à 3 Pattes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau. Le Poulet à 3 Pattes is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pau is Restaurant Le SUD. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Pau, Snug. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like New Red Lion. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 493 customers.

V and B Pau is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Pau. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 customers.

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

Day 6 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!