One-Week France Road Trip from Chambery to Beaune, Paris, Auxerre, and Lyon

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

Chambery has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc De Buisson-Rond. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 553 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.

Chambery also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

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

Day 2 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 Chambery and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Beaune. You will stay in Beaune for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Chambery is the amazing La Fontaine des Éléphants. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,431 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Chambéry Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 681 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Chambery is the outstanding Savoie Grand Revard. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,842 visitors.

The spectacular Musée des beaux-arts de Chambéry is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 427 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Rest O Bar, one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Bout du Monde, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Beaune. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Barbizier. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Alternatively, Le Bistrot du Coin is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Beaune. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Paris for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Palace of Fontainebleau. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 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. 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 Panthéon for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Paris. This popular attraction is a mausoleum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

This outstanding urban park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Notre-Dame de Paris in the city of Paris. Hosting around 12,000,000 visitors every year, Notre-Dame de Paris is one of the best places to visit in Paris. This attraction, a stunning catholic cathedral, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Paris, Le Calbar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You could also relax with a drink 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.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

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 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 Sacré-Cœur. As one of the top sights in the area, around 11,000,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors.

Tuileries Garden is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is place de la Concorde. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Eiffel Tower. This lattice tower and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Each year, approximately 6,207,303 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 Champ de Mars. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 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 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 5 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Paris and the city of Villepreux. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Paris is the amazing Musée d'Orsay. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 3,651,616 people visit Musée d'Orsay every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Louvre Museum, a popular attraction that receives around 2,825,000 yearly visitors. This art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors.

Arc de Triomphe is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Paris. This well-known attraction, a spectacular triumphal arch, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 193,235 reviews. Approximately 2,743,823 travelers visit this popular place of interest annually.

Joining a top-rated tour in Paris 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 Palace of Versailles in the city of Villepreux for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Each year, Palace of Versailles is visited by more than 4,741,758 travelers, so don't miss out!

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

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 Auxerre 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 Auxerre 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 Auxerre. This attraction is a stained glass window that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,232 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Park Bouzaise. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,309 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated La Moutarderie Fallot. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,107 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 The Phantom of the Opera. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Phantom of the Opera has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Black Forest Society is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 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!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Chambery. You’ll stay in Chambery for 1 night.

This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Lyon Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,228 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The lovely parc de la Tête d'Or is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 50,621 visitors have left this park 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 iFLY Lyon. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 7,468 reviews.

Chambery 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!

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

Parc du Clos Savoiroux is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Chambery. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 144 visitors.

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

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