7-Day France road trip from Toulouse to Lourdes, Bayonne, Bordeaux, and Perigueux

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

Toulouse has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Pont-Neuf. This attraction is a deck arch bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 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 Toulouse, La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,095 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse is Grain De Folie. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

Locals recommend Le Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

Toulouse also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Toulouse is The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Toulouse is The George and Dragon. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Locals also enjoy The London Town. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 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 Toulouse. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lourdes. You’ll stay in Lourdes for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Toulouse’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Toulouse, start your day with a visit to the amazing Basilica of St. Sernin. This much-appreciated minor basilica and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Place Saint-Pierre. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,139 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin des Plantes to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin des Plantes is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors.

The lovely Grand Rond is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,069 visitors have left this urban park average ratings of 4.5 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 Musée Aeroscopia. This attraction is a museum rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 9,683 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Toulouse has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lourdes. Lourdes 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 Lourdes and embark on a scenic drive to Bayonne, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lourdes 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 Lourdes.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Le Train de La Rhune. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 16,223 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Rocher de la vierge. This rock and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 14,700 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bakera. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 327 customers.

Locals also recommend Bar Basque, another of the best restaurants in Bayonne. Bar Basque is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 294 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Bar Remy. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 419 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Katie Daly's Irish Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bayonne, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 677 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar du Marché. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bar du Marché has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Kubata & Kukubat 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 351 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 is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of La Teste-de-Buch and the city of Bordeaux. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of La Teste-de-Buch is the amazing Parc Mauresque. This attraction is an english garden and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,892 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Dune of Pilat. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 35,111 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in La Teste-de-Buch 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 parc bordelais in the city of Bordeaux for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an urban park and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,855 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Bordeaux is the outstanding jardin public. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors, this urban park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Monument aux Girondins. This attraction, a stunning column, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 travelers.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try suzzi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Oiseau Bleu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. L'Oiseau Bleu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

After dinner, visit Symbiose, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connemara. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Alternatively, Molly Malone's is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

Day 5 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 Bordeaux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Perigueux. You will stay in Perigueux for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bordeaux is the amazing Bordeaux Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible bell tower, The big bell of Bordeaux. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,871 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bordeaux is the outstanding place de la Bourse. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

The spectacular miroir d'eau is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating reflecting pool and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,462 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic La Cité du Vin. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,487 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Bordeaux 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 Perigueux, 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 6 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Périgueux and embark on a scenic drive to Toulouse, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Périgueux and Gourdon 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 Périgueux. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Périgueux Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,128 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible VESUNNA, Gallo-Roman Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,846 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Périgueux is the stunning Square des Arènes. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,112 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Gourdon 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 Gourdon has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Railway Tourist Haut Quercy. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,626 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Padirac Cave. This pit cave and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,172 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Gourdon, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Toulouse. When you arrive in Toulouse 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 Bistroquet à la Une. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,125 customers.

Locals also recommend Aux Pieds sous la Table, another of the best restaurants in Toulouse. Aux Pieds sous la Table is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 982 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Winter Garden. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 864 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Melting Pot Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Toulouse, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,364 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Pub O'Clock. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Pub O'Clock has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,139 customers.

The Four Monkeys 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 1,037 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 Toulouse 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.

Square Charles de Gaulle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Toulouse. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,579 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Toulouse at Le 5 Wine Bar before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 867 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Pizzeria Bambino for your last chance at a meal in the city of Toulouse. The Pizzeria Bambino restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Bièrographe. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

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