7-Day France Road Trip from Brest to Rennes, Paris, and Caen

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

Brest has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible The Garden of the Explorers. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,007 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.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Brest is Best Western Plus Europe Hotel. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,198 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Hotel Le Continental by Oceania Hotels.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Brest is Hotel Oceania Brest Centre. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 194 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Brest, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest, Le Coup de Fourchette. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brest is La Maison de l'Océan. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,864 customers.

Locals recommend Le Crabe Marteau as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,406 customers.

Brest also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Brest is The Dubliners. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Brest is Les Tontons Zingueurs. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 721 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Cottage. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-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 Brest. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rennes. You’ll stay in Rennes for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Brest’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Brest, start your day with a visit to the amazing Jardin de la Retraite. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,061 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Saint Corentin Cathedral. This church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,909 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Beach Kérou to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Beach Kérou is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 859 visitors.

The lovely Beach Bellangenet is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,637 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Brest has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rennes. Rennes offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

We recommend you stay at the exclusive Balthazar Hotel & Spa Rennes MGallery by Sofitel, one of the best 5-star hotel options in Brest. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 817 guests.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Rennes, like Novotel Spa Rennes Centre Gare. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,562 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Campanile Rennes Centre - Gare. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 2,057 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular La Saint-Georges. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,621 reviews.

The remarkable O'Connell's Irish Pub is another top restaurant in Rennes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,586 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ouzh-Taol is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 905 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rennes, the fantastic Fox and Friends Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Penny Lane. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,548 customers.

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 Rennes 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 Rennes and Villepreux 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 Rennes. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful parc du Thabor. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,132 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes. This attraction, a beloved church, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,087 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Rennes is the stunning Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes. This art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,829 visitors. Approximately 55,897 travelers come to Rennes every year to see this fascinating attraction.

Wave goodbye to Brest and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Villepreux has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 119,665 visitors. Around 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Villepreux, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Paris. When you arrive in Paris you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Paris is the 4-star CitizenM Paris Gare de Lyon. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 9,245 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in Paris, we recommend Maison Breguet. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,074 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Paris is the 3-star Hotel Kyriad Paris 13 Italie Gobelins. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,910 guests.

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 Le Calbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Little Red Door. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Little Red Door has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 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 Brest. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is La Villette. This incredible attraction is a commune of france and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 visitors.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Brest. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 52,485 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Brest is Tuileries Garden. This amazing attraction is a garden and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,551 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Louvre Museum. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 250,811 visitors. Each year, approximately 2,825,000 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Brest.

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 Le Train Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

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

Locals enjoy Jules Verne, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 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 Brest 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 Brest is the amazing Notre-Dame de Paris. As such, over 12,000,000 people visit Notre-Dame de Paris yearly. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,085 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible mausoleum, Panthéon. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Brest is the outstanding Musée d'Orsay. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 67,916 visitors. Approximately 12,000,000 travelers come to Brest every year to see the stunning Notre-Dame de Paris with their own eyes.

The spectacular Arc de Triomphe is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating triumphal arch and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors. In addition, approximately 2,743,823 travelers visit this popular site annually.

You can make the most of your new day in Brest 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.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Caen is the 4-star BEST WESTERN Hotel Moderne, Caen. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 743 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Ivan Vautier Hotel, Spa & Restaurant is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 522 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Hotel Kyriad Caen Nord - Memorial. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 981 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux, 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.

Locals also recommend Beef & Cow as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. Beef & Cow is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Les Fils à Maman Caen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

After dinner, visit L'Hydropathe, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Alternatively, Vertigo is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Caen and embark on a scenic drive to Brest, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Caen and Manche 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 Caen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mémorial de Caen. This attraction is a peace museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,288 visitors. Over 349,455 people visit Mémorial de Caen annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Caen Castle. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,915 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Caen is the stunning Colline aux Oiseaux. This green space and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,950 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Église Notre-Dame des Champs (Avranches). This attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 318 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Barrage du Mont Saint Michel. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 718 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Manche, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Brest. When you arrive in Brest you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Brest is the 4-star Hotel Le Continental by Oceania Hotels.

If you’d rather stay at the best 4-star hotel in Brest, we recommend Best Western Plus Europe Hotel. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,198 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Brest is the 4-star Hotel Oceania Brest Centre. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 194 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Big Fernand. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,038 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Les Ptites Recettes, another of the best restaurants in Brest. Restaurant Les Ptites Recettes is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 891 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Thai Phuket. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,062 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Les Fauvettes to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Brest, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 602 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Petite Poésie. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La Petite Poésie has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 609 customers.

Greenwich Café 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 644 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 7 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Brest 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.

Pont de Recouvrance is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Brest. This vertical-lift bridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Brest at L'Embrun before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 523 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The Cottage for your last chance at a meal in the city of Brest. The The Cottage restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le M. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 497 customers.

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