8-Day France Road Trip from Bordeaux to Angers, Paris, and Blois

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

Bordeaux has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible jardin public. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 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 Bordeaux, suzzi. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is Symbiose. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

Locals recommend L'Oiseau Bleu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Bordeaux also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux is The Connemara. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

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

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in France!

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

Today you'll explore the city of Bordeaux. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Bordeaux Cathedral. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,591 visitors.

Miroir d'eau is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bordeaux. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bordeaux is place de la Bourse. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 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 Bordeaux.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux, like Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

The Connemara is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Locals enjoy Restaurant Melodie, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux, Le Bar à Vin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Houses Of Parliament. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

Sherlock Holmes Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,224 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 Bordeaux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Angers. You will stay in Angers for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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 Angers, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bistrot des Ducs, one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,756 customers.

Locals also recommend Crêperie du Château as one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers. Crêperie du Château is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Angers is Mamie Fada. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Héron carré, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Angers. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Cour - Angers. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,026 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 Angers 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 Angers and Villepreux 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 Angers. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château d'Angers. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,556 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Terra Botanica. This attraction, a beloved botanical garden, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,007 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Angers is the stunning Jardin des Plantes d'Angers. This botanical garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,436 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Bordeaux 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 Villepreux has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 119,665 visitors. Around 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Villepreux, 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 Bordeaux. 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 Bordeaux. 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 Bordeaux 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 La Villette. This commune of france and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 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 Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Le Train Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

The Bombardier 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 1,775 customers.

Locals enjoy Jules Verne, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar is rated an average 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bordeaux. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Blois. You’ll stay in Blois for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bordeaux’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bordeaux, start your day with a visit to the amazing Louvre Museum. This much-appreciated art museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Each year, around 2,825,000 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Musée d'Orsay. This art museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Musée d'Orsay welcomes 3,651,616 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin du Luxembourg to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin du Luxembourg is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

The lovely Panthéon is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 43,649 visitors have left this mausoleum average ratings of 4.6 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 Jardin des plantes. This attraction is a botanical garden rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 40,461 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bordeaux has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Blois. Blois 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 Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 160 reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 7 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bordeaux and the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bordeaux is the amazing Château de Blois. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bordeaux 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 d'Amboise in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine is the outstanding Château du Clos Lucé. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 visitors, this museum 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 Bordeaux.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Molly Malone's, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Confidentiel as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. Le Confidentiel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is Le K Baroque. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

After dinner, visit Chez Dupont, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Cock And Bull. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

Alternatively, La Comtesse is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 732 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bordeaux 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.

Monument aux Girondins is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bordeaux. This column and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bordeaux at Sherlock Holmes Pub before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La P'tite Brasserie for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bordeaux. The La P'tite Brasserie restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Berthus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

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