7-Day France Road Trip from Grenoble traveling south to Avignon, Marseille, Narbonne, and Nimes

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

Grenoble has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc Paul Mistral. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,848 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 Grenoble, Restaurant La Petite Idée. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 804 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble is Pizzeria Come Prima. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,055 customers.

Locals recommend La Ferme à Dédé as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,169 customers.

Grenoble also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Grenoble is L'Ardoise. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,127 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Grenoble is le coq hardi. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

Locals also enjoy Pub Shakesbeer. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 850 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 Grenoble. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Avignon. You’ll stay in Avignon for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Grenoble’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Grenoble, start your day with a visit to the amazing Musée de Grenoble. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,100 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Fort de La Bastille. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,303 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin des Dauphins to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin des Dauphins is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,062 visitors.

The lovely Museum of the French Revolution - Domaine de Vizille is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,504 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Grenoble has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Avignon. Avignon 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 Avenio. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 655 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant EAT is another top restaurant in Avignon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 515 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Vintage is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,980 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Avignon, the fantastic O'Collins's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,425 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Carré du Palais. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,194 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Restaurant Bar à Vin Le 46. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 637 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 Marseille and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Marseille. You will stay in Marseille for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Marseille is the amazing Palais Longchamp. This attraction is a water tower that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Calanques National Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Marseille is the outstanding Parc Borély. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors.

The spectacular Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating church building and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,446 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Épuisette, one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 830 customers.

Locals also recommend Twist Avenue as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. Twist Avenue is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is Coogee. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 533 customers.

After dinner, visit Bistrot l’Horloge, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Malley. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Alternatively, La Caravelle is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Les Baux-de-Provence. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Narbonne. You’ll stay in Narbonne for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Les Baux-de-Provence’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Les Baux-de-Provence, start your day with a visit to the amazing Château des Baux-de-Provence. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Carrières des Lumières. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Les Baux-de-Provence has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Narbonne. Narbonne 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 Les Halles de Narbonne. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 13,657 reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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

One of the best places to explore in the city of Narbonne today is Réserve Africaine de Sigean. This excellent attraction is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 18,879 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 Basilique Saint Nazaire for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Carcassonne. This popular attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 visitors.

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

You can also stop at the popular Château Comtal in the town of Carcassonne. This attraction, a stunning castle, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes, The Bird. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Skab as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. Restaurant Skab is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Le Dé-K-Lé Bistrot Gourmand. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,576 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Nimes, O’Flaherty’s. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Le Questel is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Nimes and embark on a scenic drive to Grenoble, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Nimes 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 Nimes. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 17,658 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Palais des Papes. This attraction, a beloved palace, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,931 visitors. Palais des Papes welcomes around 616,210 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Nimes is the stunning Jardin des doms. This urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Pont du Gard. This arch bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like My Little Warung Grenoble. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,183 customers.

Locals also recommend La Cuisine des Tontons, another of the best restaurants in Grenoble. La Cuisine des Tontons is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 785 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Cedar Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 840 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Restaurant La Table des Bro's Grenoble to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Grenoble, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 682 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Champollion Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Champollion Bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 609 customers.

Bar Au RENCARD 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 555 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 Grenoble 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.

Fontaine du Lion is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Grenoble. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Grenoble at Kai iwi Café before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 731 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux for your last chance at a meal in the city of Grenoble. The Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try OWASABI. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

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