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

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

Nimes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Auguste gate. This attraction is a city gate and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,056 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 Nimes, The Bird. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Restaurant Skab. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Locals recommend Le Dé-K-Lé Bistrot Gourmand as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,576 customers.

Nimes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nimes is O’Flaherty’s. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nimes is Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Locals also enjoy Le Questel. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 575 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 Nimes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nimes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Nimes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Haribo Candy Museum. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 17,011 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pont du Gard to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Pont du Gard is an arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

The lovely Pont du Gard Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,292 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nimes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lyon. Lyon 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 Bar food & drink. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 2,758 reviews.

The remarkable Bouchon Tupin is another top restaurant in Lyon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous L'Institut Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lyon, the fantastic Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Livestation DIY - Lyon. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,452 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Caluire-et-Cuire has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Caluire-et-Cuire by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Caluire-et-Cuire. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Caluire-et-Cuire, like the extraordinary parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Caluire-et-Cuire.

Your discovery of Caluire-et-Cuire does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Caluire-et-Cuire on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at Flair Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Lyon is the popular Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Lyon is Slake Coffee House. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,684 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Dam's Pub is one of the best bars in the city of Lyon for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

The James Joyce Pub is another of the most popular bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,135 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Lyon is The King Arthur. The King Arthur has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Lyon!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Lyon and the city of Grenoble. You’ll stay in Grenoble for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Lyon today is Place Bellecour. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, an outstanding minor basilica, in the city of Lyon. Around 25,765 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 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 The Chartreuse Mountains for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Grenoble. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,210 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,303 travelers.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Grenoble, L'Ardoise. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,127 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like le coq hardi. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

Pub Shakesbeer is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Grenoble. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 850 customers.

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

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 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 Les Petits Trains de Marseille. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,053 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This attraction is a top-tier point of interest 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.

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 Coogee. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 533 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Bistrot l’Horloge 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 1,794 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Malley. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. O'Malley has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

La Caravelle 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 1,587 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 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Marseille has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Marseille by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Marseille. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Marseille, like the extraordinary Calanques National Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Marseille is the spectacular Parc Borély. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This church building has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors.

Marseille Cathedral is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This catholic cathedral is a popular destination among visitors in Marseille. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Palais Longchamp. Palais Longchamp is a water tower and popular attraction in Marseille. More than 12,768 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Marseille does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Marseille on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at Le Bouchon Provençal, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Marseille is the popular Chez Roger. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,502 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Marseille is Nul Part Ailleurs. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,400 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Le Café de la Banque is one of the best bars in the city of Marseille for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,223 customers.

Bar Bu is another of the most popular bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Marseille is The Queen Victoria. The Queen Victoria has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,995 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Marseille!

Day 7 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 Les Baux-de-Provence and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nimes. You will stay in Nimes for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Les Baux-de-Provence is the amazing Château des Baux-de-Provence. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Carrières des Lumières. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Les Baux-de-Provence 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 Nimes, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Locanda Comptoir italien, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,356 customers.

Locals also recommend Pinocchio as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. Pinocchio is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,253 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Amorino Gelato - Nîmes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 681 customers.

After dinner, visit La bonne mousse, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Barjoe Nîmes. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,311 customers.

Alternatively, Bar Le Victor Hugo is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,137 customers.

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

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

Clock Tower is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nimes. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 496 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Nimes at Restaurant Vincent Croizard before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Bistr'AU de Jérôme Nutile for your last chance at a meal in the city of Nimes. The Bistr'AU de Jérôme Nutile restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,575 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try L'Instant T. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

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