7-Day France Road Trip from Grenoble traveling west to Valence, 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 La Ferme à Dédé. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,169 customers.

Locals recommend La Cuisine des Tontons as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 785 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 Bar Au RENCARD. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

Locals also enjoy Le Cartel Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 277 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 Valence. You’ll stay in Valence 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 Fort de La Bastille. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,303 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Jardin des Dauphins. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,062 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museum of the French Revolution - Domaine de Vizille to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Museum of the French Revolution - Domaine de Vizille is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,504 visitors.

The lovely Choranche cave is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,919 visitors have left this show cave average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 Fontaines Pétrifiantes Garden. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,128 reviews.

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 Valence. Valence offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

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 Valence and embark on a scenic drive to Marseille, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Valence and Marseille 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 Valence. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc Jouvet. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,363 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Fontaine monumentale. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 810 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Valence is the stunning Musée de Valence, art et archéologie. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 625 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Marseille 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 Marseille has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Calanques National Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This church building and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Marseille Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors.

The lovely Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,446 visitors have left this museum an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Twist Avenue. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 618 customers.

Locals also recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia, another of the best restaurants in Marseille. AM par Alexandre Mazzia is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Carry Nation to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Marseille, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Malley. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. O'Malley has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

La Caravelle 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 1,587 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 4 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 Arles and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Narbonne. You will stay in Narbonne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Arles is the amazing Alpilles Natural Regional Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,184 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Château des Baux-de-Provence. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Arles is the outstanding Carrières des Lumières. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors.

The spectacular Arles Amphitheatre is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating roman amphitheatre and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,060 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit Les Halles de Narbonne, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Narbonne. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,657 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Narbonne and the city of Carcassonne. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Narbonne is the amazing Narbonne Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,029 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Narbonne is another excellent way to spend your new day in France. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to France’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of France’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Cité de Carcassonne in the city of Carcassonne for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a fortress and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Carcassonne is the outstanding Château Comtal. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors, this castle deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Instant T, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

Locals also recommend Gard O Wine as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. Gard O Wine is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks 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.

Alternatively, La bonne mousse is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Grenoble for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Nimes today is Jardin de La Fontaine. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Pont du Gard, an outstanding arch bridge, in the city of Nimes. Around 29,439 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon) for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

This outstanding palace has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble, Cedar Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble is OWASABI. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Grenoble, Pub des copains. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 177 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like DAISY bar&coffee. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 100 customers.

Les copains d'abord is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Grenoble. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,098 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 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.

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 Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 676 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ciao a Te for your last chance at a meal in the city of Grenoble. The Ciao a Te restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurant Katmandou - Les Saveurs de l'Himalaya. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 489 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!