One-Week France Road Trip from Brest to Caen, Paris, and Le Mans

Brest has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 Brest, Le Coup de Fourchette. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brest is La Maison de l'Océan. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,864 customers.

Locals recommend Le Crabe Marteau as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,406 customers.

Brest also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Brest is The Dubliners. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Brest is Les Tontons Zingueurs. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 721 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Cottage. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Brest and embark on a scenic drive to Caen, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Brest and Brittany 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 Brest. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Oceanopolis. This attraction is an aquarium that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 16,827 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Le Phare du Petit Minou. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,754 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Brest is the stunning Musée National de la Marine. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,043 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Brittany, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Caen. When you arrive in Caen 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 Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 539 customers.

Locals also recommend Beef & Cow, another of the best restaurants in Caen. Beef & Cow is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Les Fils à Maman Caen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit L'Hydropathe to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Caen, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Vertigo 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 715 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 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 Caen and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Paris. You will stay in Paris for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Caen is the amazing St Peter's Catholic Church. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 966 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Caen Castle. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Caen is the outstanding Caen Botanical Garden. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,184 visitors.

The spectacular Mémorial de Caen is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating peace museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,288 visitors. In addition, approximately 349,455 travelers visit this popular site annually.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Guy Savoy, one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord as one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Paris is Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Calbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 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 Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights 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 Tuileries Garden. This garden and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Musée d'Orsay. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 visitors. Musée d'Orsay hosts around 3,651,616 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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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!

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 Louvre Museum. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,825,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 visitors.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Palais Garnier. This amazing attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 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.

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 Restaurant Île de la Réunion. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

L'Imprévu Café 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 846 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, The Highlander. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Velvet Bar Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,018 customers.

Café de Paris V is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 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 Paris. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Le Mans. You’ll stay in Le Mans for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Paris’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Paris, start your day with a visit to the amazing Sainte Chapelle. This much-appreciated chapel and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 45,788 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Notre-Dame de Paris welcomes 12,000,000 visitors annually.

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 botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 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 du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 94,043 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Paris has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Le Mans. Le Mans 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 La Brochette du Boucher. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 841 reviews.

The remarkable La Baraque à Bœuf is another top restaurant in Le Mans we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,574 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Boeuf Tient le Pavé is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 889 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Le Mans, the fantastic Le Mulligan's. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Fost - Australian Club. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,181 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Elephant Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 694 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Le Mans and embark on a scenic drive to Brest, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Le Mans and Rennes 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 Le Mans. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Museum of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,809 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Papea Parc. This attraction, a beloved amusement park, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,654 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Le Mans is the stunning Cathedral of Saint Julian of Le Mans. This church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,819 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Rennes 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 Rennes has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Orangerie du Thabor. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 274 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible parc du Thabor. This urban park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,132 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Parc des Tanneurs. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 231 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Rennes, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Brest. When you arrive in Brest 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 Big Fernand. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,038 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Les Ptites Recettes, another of the best restaurants in Brest. Restaurant Les Ptites Recettes is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 891 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Thai Phuket. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,062 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Les Fauvettes to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Brest, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 602 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Petite Poésie. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La Petite Poésie has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 609 customers.

Greenwich Café 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 644 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 8 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Brest 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.

Oceanopolis is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Brest. This aquarium and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 16,827 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the Le Phare du Petit Minou top-tier point of interest is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.7 out of 5-star rating from 2,754 reviews.

You can also stop at Musée National de la Marine museum to capture the beauty and wonder of Brest one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,043 travelers.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Brest at L'Embrun before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 523 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le M for your last chance at a meal in the city of Brest. The Le M restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 497 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Crêperie Le Roi Gradlon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

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