7-Day France road trip from Bordeaux to Toulouse and Carcassonne

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Bordeaux. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Bordeaux has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Monument aux Girondins. This attraction is a column and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 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 Bordeaux, suzzi. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is L'Oiseau Bleu. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Locals recommend Chai Les Copains as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

Bordeaux also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux is Symbiose. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux is The Connemara. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Locals also enjoy Molly Malone's. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in France!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Bordeaux, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Bordeaux.

Today you'll explore the city of Bordeaux. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is parc bordelais. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,855 visitors.

Bordeaux Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bordeaux. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bordeaux is place de la Bourse. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic La Cité du Vin. This museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,487 visitors.

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 Bordeaux.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux, like Restaurant Melodie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

Le Confidentiel is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

Locals enjoy Le K Baroque, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux, Le Bar à Vin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Houses Of Parliament. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

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

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

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Bordeaux, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Bordeaux.

Today you'll explore the city of La Teste-de-Buch. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Plage de l'océan. This incredible attraction is a beach and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,086 visitors.

Beach of La Hume is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of La Teste-de-Buch. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,788 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of La Teste-de-Buch is Parc Mauresque. This amazing attraction is an english garden and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,892 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Observatoire Sainte-Cécile. This must-see tourist destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,811 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Dune of Pilat. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 35,111 visitors.

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 Bordeaux.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux, like La P'tite Brasserie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

Berthus is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

Locals enjoy Restaurant Son', one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux, Chez Dupont. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Cock And Bull. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

La Comtesse is another of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 732 customers.

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

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

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Toulouse has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Toulouse. Toulouse 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 La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,095 reviews.

The remarkable Grain De Folie is another top restaurant in Toulouse we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Toulouse, the fantastic The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The George and Dragon. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The London Town. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 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 Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne is the amazing Grotte de Limousis. As such, over 15,000 people visit Grotte de Limousis yearly. This attraction is a show cave that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,361 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Les Quatre Châteaux de Lastours. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,293 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Carcassonne is the outstanding Basilique Saint Nazaire. This popular church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 visitors. Approximately 15,000 travelers come to Carcassonne every year to see the stunning Grotte de Limousis with their own eyes.

The spectacular Cité de Carcassonne is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating fortress and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Château Comtal. This attraction is a popular castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 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 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 6 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Toulouse. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bordeaux. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Toulouse’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Toulouse, start your day with a visit to the amazing Jardin des Plantes. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Basilica of St. Sernin. This minor basilica and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,287 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Musée Aeroscopia to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Musée Aeroscopia is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,683 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Toulouse has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bordeaux. Bordeaux 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 Restaurant Influences. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 440 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bordeaux, the fantastic VINTAGE BAR - Rhumerie & Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 693 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful JAQEN CRAFT BEER. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 477 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is ROCKWOOD - Good place & Good taste. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 616 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 7 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bordeaux 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.

Jardin public is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bordeaux. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

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

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