One-Week France Road Trip from Carcassonne traveling east to Montpellier, Lyon, Grenoble, and Marseille

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

Carcassonne has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Portail des Jacobins. This attraction is a gate and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 296 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 Carcassonne, Restaurant La Marquière. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Carcassonne is Brasserie a 4 Temps. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,551 customers.

Locals recommend Adélaïde as one of the best restaurants in the city of Carcassonne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,584 customers.

Carcassonne also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Carcassonne is Comte Roger. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Carcassonne is The Celt. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-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 Carcassonne. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Montpellier. You’ll stay in Montpellier for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Carcassonne’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Carcassonne, start your day with a visit to the amazing Basilique Saint Nazaire. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cité de Carcassonne. This fortress and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,201 visitors.

The lovely Château Comtal is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 8,823 visitors have left this castle average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Carcassonne has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Montpellier. Montpellier 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 Coldrip food and coffee. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 644 reviews.

The remarkable Empanadas Club is another top restaurant in Montpellier we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Petit Jardin is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Montpellier, the fantastic Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Les Enfants Rouges. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is O'Carolans Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,118 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 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Montpellier and embark on a scenic drive to Lyon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Montpellier 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 Montpellier. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,323 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Comedy Square. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,883 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Montpellier is the stunning esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pont du Gard. This attraction is an arch bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Lyon. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lyon, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Black Forest Society has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Kaffee Berlin 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 2,079 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 gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Caluire-et-Cuire and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Grenoble. You will stay in Grenoble for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Caluire-et-Cuire is the amazing parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Caluire-et-Cuire 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 Grenoble, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant La Petite Idée, one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 804 customers.

Locals also recommend Pizzeria Come Prima as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. Pizzeria Come Prima is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,055 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble is La Ferme à Dédé. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,169 customers.

After dinner, visit L'Ardoise, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Grenoble. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,127 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like le coq hardi. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

Alternatively, Pub Shakesbeer is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Grenoble. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 850 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Grenoble and embark on a scenic drive to Marseille, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Grenoble and Avignon 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 Grenoble. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,446 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Centre Commercial Centre Bourse. This attraction, a beloved shopping mall, has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars from 16,249 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Marseille 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 Avignon has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 17,658 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Palais des Papes. This palace and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,931 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 616,210 yearly visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Avignon, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Marseille. When you arrive in Marseille 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 L'Épuisette. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 830 customers.

Locals also recommend Twist Avenue, another of the best restaurants in Marseille. Twist Avenue is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at AM par Alexandre Mazzia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Les 3 Frères to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Marseille, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,017 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bistrot l’Horloge. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bistrot l’Horloge has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

O'BRADY'S IRISH PUB is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,572 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 6 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 Marseille Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 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 Coogee. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 533 customers.

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

Locals enjoy Chez Roger, 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 1,502 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Marseille, O'Malley. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like La Caravelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

Le Café de la Banque is another of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,223 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 7 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Arles. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Carcassonne for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Arles’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Arles, start your day with a visit to the amazing L'espace Van Gogh. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,003 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church. This church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 965 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Roman Theatre of Arles to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Roman Theatre of Arles is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,900 visitors.

The lovely Arles Amphitheatre is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,060 visitors have left this roman amphitheatre average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Arles has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Carcassonne. Carcassonne 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 Auberge des Lices. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 908 reviews.

The remarkable Le Blé Noir is another top restaurant in Carcassonne we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 932 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Parc Franck Putelat is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Carcassonne, the fantastic La Métairie. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Buffalo Grill Carcassonne. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,813 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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

André Chénier Garden is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Carcassonne. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 169 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Carcassonne at V and B Carcassonne before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 745 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Rapière for your last chance at a meal in the city of Carcassonne. The La Rapière restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 816 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Domaine d'Auriac. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 426 customers.

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