7-Day France road trip from Montpellier to Marseille and Nimes

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Montpellier. You’ll stay in Montpellier for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Montpellier has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,323 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 Montpellier, Coldrip food and coffee. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier is Empanadas Club. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers.

Locals recommend Le Petit Jardin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

Montpellier also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Montpellier is Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Montpellier is The Shakespeare. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Locals also enjoy Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in France!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Montpellier, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Montpellier.

Today you'll explore the city of Montpellier. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Jardin des plantes de Montpellier. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,446 visitors.

Comedy Square is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Montpellier. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Montpellier is esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sunset Beach. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,416 visitors.

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 Montpellier.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier, like Burger et Ratatouille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 597 customers.

Umami - La cinquième saveur is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 412 customers.

Locals enjoy La Diligence, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Montpellier. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Montpellier, Espit Chupitos Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Rebuffy. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Broc Café Montpellier is another of the best bars in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through 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 Arles and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Marseille. You will stay in Marseille for 2 nights. 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 Musée départemental de l'Arles antique. As such, over 70,230 people visit Musée départemental de l'Arles antique yearly. This attraction is an archaeological museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,817 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible roman amphitheatre, Arles Amphitheatre. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Arles is the outstanding Château des Baux-de-Provence. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors. Approximately 70,230 travelers come to Arles every year to see the stunning Musée départemental de l'Arles antique with their own eyes.

The spectacular Carrières des Lumières is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Alpilles Natural Regional Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,184 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 Marseille, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Twist Avenue, one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is Le Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

After dinner, visit Carry Nation, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 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!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Marseille, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Marseille.

Today you'll explore the city of Marseille. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Calanques National Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 visitors.

Parc Borély is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Marseille. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Marseille is Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Centre Commercial Centre Bourse. This shopping mall and place of interest is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 16,249 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Palais Longchamp. This water tower is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,768 visitors.

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 Marseille.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille, like La cigale vieux port. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Marseille. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Locals enjoy Trattoria Marco, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Marseille. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 725 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Marseille, Bar Bu. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Marengo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

La dame du mont is another of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through France!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Marseille and embark on a scenic drive to Nimes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in 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 Marseille. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Les Petits Trains de Marseille. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,053 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,446 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Marseille is the stunning Marseille Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palais des Papes. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,931 visitors. Around 616,210 people visit Palais des Papes every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 17,658 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like L'Instant T. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit O’Flaherty’s to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nimes, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

La bonne mousse is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 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 through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Nimes and the city of Alès. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Nimes is the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Pont du Gard. This arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

Haribo Candy Museum is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Nimes. This well-known attraction, a spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from over 17,011 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nimes 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 The Bamboo Cevennes in the city of Alès for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,234 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Alès is the outstanding Parc des Cordeliers. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,556 visitors, this park 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 Montpellier.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Bistrote, one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 429 customers.

Locals also recommend Pastis Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. Pastis Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 350 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier is Restaurant Leclere. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 303 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Tord Boyaux, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Out. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 495 customers.

Alternatively, Le 1789 Restaurant - Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 432 customers.

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

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

Aqueduc Saint-Clément is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Montpellier. This aqueduct and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,224 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Montpellier at Balthazar café & restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 283 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Anga for your last chance at a meal in the city of Montpellier. The Anga restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 228 customers.

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