7-Day France Road Trip from Caen traveling south to Paris and Nantes

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

Caen has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Caen Castle. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 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 Caen, Le Sans Gêne. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Stéphane Carbone Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux as 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.

Caen also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Caen is Villa Eugène. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Caen is Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Locals also enjoy Vertigo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 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 Caen. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Paris. You’ll stay in Paris for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Caen’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Caen, start your day with a visit to the amazing L'Abbaye-aux-Hommes. This much-appreciated place of worship and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,380 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Caen Botanical Garden. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,184 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Colline aux Oiseaux to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Colline aux Oiseaux is a green space that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,950 visitors.

The lovely Mémorial de Caen is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 15,288 visitors have left this peace museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 349,455 visits every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Caen has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Paris. Paris 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 Guy Savoy. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,143 reviews.

The remarkable Le Bistrot Du Perigord is another top restaurant in Paris we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kitchen Galerie Bis is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Paris, the fantastic La Coupole. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Fumoir. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Le Mesturet. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Paris has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Paris by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Paris. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Paris, like the extraordinary Champ de Mars. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris, which gets around 6,207,303 annual visits, is the spectacular Eiffel Tower. This attraction is a lattice tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Up to 2,743,823 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Sacré-Cœur is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This church building is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 11,000,000 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider La Villette. La Villette is a commune of france and popular attraction in Paris. More than 56,497 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Paris on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at Angelina, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Paris is the popular Au Pied de Cochon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Paris is The Bombardier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Little Red Door is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

Bisou. Is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is Experimental Cocktail Club. Experimental Cocktail Club has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Paris!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Paris has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Paris by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Paris. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Paris, like the extraordinary Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris, which gets around 2,825,000 annual visits, is the spectacular Louvre Museum. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Musée d'Orsay. This art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Up to 3,651,616 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Tuileries Garden is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This garden is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider place de la Concorde. Place de la Concorde is a square and popular attraction in Paris. More than 54,229 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Paris on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Paris is the popular Le Petit Châtelet. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Paris is Les Fous de l'Île. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Highlander is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

Café de Paris V is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is L'Imprévu Café. L'Imprévu Café has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Paris!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Paris and embark on a scenic drive to Nantes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Paris 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 Paris. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Botanical Garden. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,694 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Île de Versailles (Nantes). This attraction, a beloved river island, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,112 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château d'Angers. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,556 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Balzac Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,646 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 730 customers.

Locals also recommend Pickles, another of the best restaurants in Nantes. Pickles is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at La Cantine Du Curé. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Gigg's Irish Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nantes, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Délirium Café. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Délirium Café has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

The Coffee House is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 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 will take you to the city of Nantes and the city of Rennes. You’ll stay in Caen for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Nantes today is Château des ducs de Bretagne. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors. Each year, Château des ducs de Bretagne attracts over 167,867 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Le Lieu Unique, an outstanding must-see tourist destination, in the city of Nantes. Around 5,945 travelers rated this attraction with 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nantes is Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This amazing attraction is an art project and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 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 parc du Thabor for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Rennes. This popular attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,132 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen, Beef & Cow. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

Locals recommend Les Fils à Maman Caen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. Les Fils à Maman Caen is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Le Bistronome. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,669 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Caen, Delirium Café. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Balthazar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Café de Caen is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,267 customers.

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

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

Forêt d'Ifs is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Caen. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,364 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Caen at Pizzeria Novità before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Bistrot Basque for your last chance at a meal in the city of Caen. The Le Bistrot Basque restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,352 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try L'Hydropathe. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

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