One-Week France Road Trip from Lourdes to Carcassonne, Marseille, Nimes, and Narbonne

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

Lourdes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible funiculaire du pic du Jer. This attraction is a funicular and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,493 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.

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

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 Lourdes. 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 Lourdes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lourdes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,163 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. This shrine to the virgin mary and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,217 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lourdes 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.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in 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 Arles and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Marseille. You will stay in Marseille for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Arles is the amazing L'espace Van Gogh. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,003 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 965 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Arles is the outstanding Roman Theatre of Arles. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,900 visitors.

The spectacular Arles Amphitheatre is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating roman amphitheatre and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,060 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Twist Avenue, one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Locals also recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. AM par Alexandre Mazzia is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

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

After dinner, visit Carry Nation, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Malley. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Alternatively, La Caravelle is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 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 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 Palais Longchamp. This amazing attraction is a water tower and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This church building is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 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 La cigale vieux port. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Marseille. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Locals enjoy Trattoria Marco, 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 725 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Marseille, Bar Bu. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Marengo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

La dame du mont is another of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Cabrières-d'Avignon, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cité Médiévale. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,211 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Roman Bridge. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,024 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin des doms to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin des doms is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 visitors.

The lovely Palais des Papes is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 36,931 visitors have left this palace average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 616,210 visits every year.

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 Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This attraction is a must-see tourist destination rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 17,658 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Cabrières-d'Avignon has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Nimes. Nimes 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 L'Instant T. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 752 reviews.

The remarkable Gard O Wine is another top restaurant in Nimes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Livestation DIY - Nîmes is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nimes, the fantastic O’Flaherty’s. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is La bonne mousse. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 6 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 Nimes and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Narbonne. You will stay in Narbonne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Nimes is the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Haribo Candy Museum. With an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nimes is the outstanding Pont du Gard. This popular arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

The spectacular Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,652 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Aigues mortes. This attraction is a popular top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,818 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit Les Halles de Narbonne, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Narbonne. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,657 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Narbonne and embark on a scenic drive to Lourdes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Narbonne and Carcassonne 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 Narbonne. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Narbonne Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,029 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Palais-Musée des Archevêques, Palais Vieux. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,379 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Narbonne is the stunning Roman Granary Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,197 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction is a fortress that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château Comtal. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Carcassonne, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Lourdes. When you arrive in Lourdes you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 Lourdes 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.

Les Halles is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lourdes. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,871 visitors.

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

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