8-Day France Road Trip from Lyon to Bourges, Blois, Paris, and Fontainebleau

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 2 nights and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the city of Lyon is the Hotel Boscolo Lyon. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,607 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star hotels, like the Novotel Lyon Confluence Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,264 guests.

Alternatively, the best cheap hotel in the city of Lyon is the Kyriad Lyon Centre Perrache. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,621 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Lyon, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Lyon has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Wall of the Canuts. This attraction is a fresco and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,157 visitors.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon, L Bar food & drink. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Locals recommend L'Institut Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Lyon also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Lyon is The Phantom of the Opera. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Lyon is Black Forest Society. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

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 will stay in Bourges for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Lyon Metropolis is the amazing Place Bellecour. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible fresco, Fresque des Lyonnais. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,927 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lyon Metropolis is the outstanding Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This popular minor basilica and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The spectacular parc de la Tête d'Or is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Bourges is the 4-star Hotel de Bourbon Mercure Bourges. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,333 guests.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Indre-et-Loire and embark on a scenic drive to Blois, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Indre-et-Loire and Indre-et-Loire 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 Indre-et-Loire. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Bourges Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,775 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Garden of the Archdiocese. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,837 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Indre-et-Loire is the stunning Pres Fichaux Garden. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,633 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château de Chenonceau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château d'Amboise. This château and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,016 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Indre-et-Loire, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Blois. When you arrive in Blois 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 4 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Villepreux and the city of Paris. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Villepreux is the amazing Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles every year.

Joining a top-rated tour in Villepreux 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 Arc de Triomphe in the city of Paris for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a triumphal arch and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Each year, Arc de Triomphe is visited by more than 2,743,823 travelers, so don't miss out!

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Paris is the outstanding Tuileries Garden. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,551 visitors, the remarkable Tuileries Garden deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Louvre Museum. Hosting around 2,825,000 visitors every year, Louvre Museum is one of the best places to visit in Paris. This attraction, a stunning art museum, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 250,811 travelers.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Paris is the 4-star hotel Hotel Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,723 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Victoria Palace Hotel Paris is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Paris. This hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Hotel Ibis Styles Paris Meteor Avenue d'italie. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,552 guests.

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 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 place de la Concorde. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 52,485 visitors.

Musée d'Orsay is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 67,916 visitors. Musée d'Orsay attracts about 3,651,616 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Eiffel Tower. Attracting 6,207,303 annual visitors, it's clear that Eiffel Tower is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a lattice tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Champ de Mars. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 167,282 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!

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Paris and the city of Chelles. You’ll stay in Fontainebleau for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Paris today is Jardin du Luxembourg. This excellent attraction is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Panthéon, an outstanding mausoleum, in the city of Paris. Around 43,649 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. 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 Disneyland Paris for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Chelles. This popular attraction is an amusement park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 256,402 visitors. Approximately 13,400,000 people visit Chelles every year to see the fantastic Disneyland Paris.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Fontainebleau is the 3-star hotel Arcantis Hotel Victoria. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 583 guests.

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 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 Bourgogne-Franche-Comté and Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 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 Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Palace of Fontainebleau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,054 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Diana Garden. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 536 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté is the stunning Denecourt tower. This observation tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 584 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Dijon central indoor market hall. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,007 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Arquebuse Botanical Garden. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,753 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Parc de la Colombière. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,698 visitors.

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

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Lyon is the 4-star Novotel Lyon Confluence Hotel. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 3,264 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in Lyon, we recommend Hotel Boscolo Lyon. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,607 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Lyon is the 3-star Kyriad Lyon Centre Perrache. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,621 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Flair Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 726 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie, another of the best restaurants in Lyon. Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Dam's Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lyon, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The King Arthur. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The King Arthur has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 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 Lyon 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.

Lyon Cathedral is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lyon. This catholic cathedral and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Lyon at Dam's Pub before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The King Arthur for your last chance at a meal in the city of Lyon. The The King Arthur restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Mirtillo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

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