7-Day France road trip from Tours to Orléans and Paris

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

Tours has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Vieux Tours. This attraction is a neighborhood and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,551 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 Tours, LA MAISON DES HALLES. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 636 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Le Turon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

Locals recommend Casse-Cailloux as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

Tours also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tours is Bar Le Corsaire. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tours is The Pale. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Locals also enjoy La réserve. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 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 Tours, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Tours.

Today you'll explore the city of Rochecorbon. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Château d'Ussé. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,588 visitors.

Château de Villandry is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Rochecorbon. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,506 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Rochecorbon is Jardin botanique de Tours. This amazing attraction is a botanical garden and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,560 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Basilica of St. Martin, Tours. This monastery and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,698 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Tours Cathedral. This catholic cathedral is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,212 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Tours.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours, like Le bistrot d'Odile. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

L'idée Hall is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Tours. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

Locals enjoy Restaurant La Deuvalière, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Tours. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 499 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Tours, Délirium café. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Au Fût et à mesure. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 422 customers.

Au Lapin Qui Fume is another of the best bars in the city of Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 486 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 is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine and the city of Suèvres. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine is the amazing Château de Chenonceau. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Château d'Amboise. This château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors.

Château du Clos Lucé is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. This well-known attraction, a spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 19,292 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Auzouer-en-Touraine 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 Château de Blois in the city of Suèvres for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Suèvres is the outstanding Château de Chambord. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors, this château 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 Orléans.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Parenthèse, one of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 888 customers.

Locals also recommend Les Fils À Maman Orléans as one of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans. Les Fils À Maman Orléans is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans is Oh Terroir version fast good. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,147 customers.

After dinner, visit Crêperie Bretonne - Restaurant de spécialités de Galettes et Crêpes fait maison, à base de produits frais & Bar breton, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Orléans. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,162 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'antidote. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Alternatively, Bonne Pioche is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Orléans. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 318 customers.

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 Orléans and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Orléans and Seine-et-Marne 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 Orléans. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Orléans Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,178 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Parc Pasteur d'Orléans. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,296 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Orléans is the stunning Statue de Jeanne d'Arc. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,278 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Seine-et-Marne, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Paris. When you arrive in Paris 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 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 Le Calbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Little Red Door. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Little Red Door has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 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!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

Eiffel Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower attracts about 6,207,303 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Arc de Triomphe. Attracting 2,743,823 annual visitors, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sacré-Cœur. This church building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Each year, approximately 11,000,000 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic La Villette. This commune of france is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Jules Verne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Locals enjoy Les Fous de l'Île, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, The Bombardier. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Paris and the city of Villepreux. You’ll stay in Tours for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Paris today is Jardin du Luxembourg. This excellent attraction is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

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 Musée d'Orsay. Attracting over 3,651,616 visitors in a single year, it's clear that Musée d'Orsay is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 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 Versailles for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Villepreux. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Approximately 4,741,758 people visit Villepreux every year to see the fantastic Palace of Versailles.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours, Au Martin Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 453 customers.

Locals recommend Le Laurenty as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. Le Laurenty is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 450 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Makeda. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 246 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Tours, Le Bistrio. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 325 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like L'Alexandra. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 328 customers.

Bibovino is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 240 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 Tours 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.

Prébendes d'Oé Garden is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tours. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,334 visitors.

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

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