7-Day France Road Trip from Chambery traveling north to Lyon, Auxerre, Paris, and Beaune

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

Chambery has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible La Fontaine des Éléphants. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,431 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 Chambery, LE CORSAIRE Beer & Rooftop bar. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Chambery is The Beer Of Midgard. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

Locals recommend Hôtel des Princes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Chambery. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 998 customers.

Chambery also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Chambery is Petit Hôtel Confidentiel · Hôtel 5 étoiles. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 307 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 hamlet of La Féclaz. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of La Féclaz’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of La Féclaz, start your day with a visit to the amazing Savoie Grand Revard. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,842 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that La Féclaz has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lyon. Lyon 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 L Bar food & drink. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 2,758 reviews.

The remarkable Bouchon Tupin is another top restaurant in Lyon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous L'Institut Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lyon, the fantastic Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Livestation DIY - Lyon. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,452 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 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 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 Caluire-et-Cuire and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Auxerre. You will stay in Auxerre for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Caluire-et-Cuire is the amazing parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Caluire-et-Cuire 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 Auxerre, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Auxerre and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Auxerre 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 Auxerre. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Champ de Mars. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Eiffel Tower. This attraction, a beloved lattice tower, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower welcomes around 6,207,303 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Auxerre is the stunning Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Approximately 2,743,823 travelers come to Auxerre every year to see this fascinating attraction.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated church building in Auxerre. The popular Sacré-Cœur is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city. It’s estimated around 11,000,000 people visit this attraction each year.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight, or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Tuileries Garden. This attraction is a garden rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 92,172 reviews.

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 La Coupole to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Fumoir. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Fumoir has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

Le Mesturet is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 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 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Paris and the city of Fontainebleau. You’ll stay in Beaune for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Paris today is Musée d'Orsay. This excellent attraction is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Each year, Musée d'Orsay attracts over 3,651,616 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Louvre Museum, an outstanding art museum, in the city of Paris. Around 260,788 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible Louvre Museum's popularity, more than 2,825,000 people stop by Louvre Museum to explore it.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Jardin du Luxembourg. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 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 Palace of Fontainebleau for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Fontainebleau. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune, Le Bout du Monde. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bistrot du Coin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune. Le Bistrot du Coin is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune is Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Beaune, start your day with a visit to the amazing Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,805 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating La Moutarderie Fallot. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,107 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Park Bouzaise to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Park Bouzaise is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,309 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Beaune has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Chambery. Chambery 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 Sibérienne | Chambéry. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 472 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Italoria - Hôtel L'Or du Temps is another top restaurant in Chambery we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,171 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Hôtels Restaurant Seminars & Spa La Maison Rouge is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,088 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Chambery, the fantastic Auberge de Mandrin. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 293 customers.

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 Chambery 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 du Clos Savoiroux is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Chambery. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 144 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Chambery at Château des Comtes de Challes before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,324 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le For You for your last chance at a meal in the city of Chambery. The Le For You restaurant has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,103 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Access - TotalEnergies. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 393 customers.

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