8-Day France Road Trip from Toulouse traveling west to Carcassonne, Bayonne, Bordeaux, and Nantes

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

Toulouse has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Grand Rond. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,069 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 Toulouse, La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,095 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse is Grain De Folie. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

Locals recommend Le Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

Toulouse also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Toulouse is The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Toulouse is The George and Dragon. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Locals also enjoy The London Town. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 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'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Toulouse and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Carcassonne. You will stay in Carcassonne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Toulouse is the amazing Pont-Neuf. This attraction is a deck arch bridge that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible minor basilica, Basilica of St. Sernin. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Toulouse is the outstanding Jardin des Plantes. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors.

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

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 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 Bayonne. You’ll stay in Bayonne 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 Château Comtal. This much-appreciated castle and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,201 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Cité de Carcassonne to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Cité de Carcassonne is a fortress that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

The lovely Basilique Saint Nazaire is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,146 visitors have left this church 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 Bayonne. Bayonne 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 Katie Daly's Irish Pub. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 677 reviews.

The remarkable Bar du Marché is another top restaurant in Bayonne we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Bakera is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 327 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bayonne, the fantastic Kubata & Kukubat. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 351 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 4 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bayonne and the city of La Teste-de-Buch. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bayonne is the amazing Bayonne Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,743 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Rocher de la vierge. This rock and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,700 visitors.

Le Train de La Rhune is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Bayonne. This well-known attraction, a spectacular top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 16,223 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bayonne 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’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bordeaux.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try suzzi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Locals also recommend Symbiose as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. Symbiose is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is L'Oiseau Bleu. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

After dinner, visit The Connemara, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Molly Malone's. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

Day 5 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 La Roche Sur Yon and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nantes. You will stay in Nantes for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

You can make the most of your new day in La Roche Sur Yon 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 Nantes, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

Locals also recommend Pickles as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. Pickles is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Gigg's Irish Pub. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Labo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleming's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Nantes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of La Rochelle. You’ll stay in La Rochelle for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nantes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Nantes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Île de Versailles (Nantes). This much-appreciated river island and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,112 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Botanical Garden. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,694 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Château des ducs de Bretagne to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Château des ducs de Bretagne is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors. Every year, around 167,867 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Machines of the Isle of Nantes is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 33,332 visitors have left this art project average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nantes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of La Rochelle. La Rochelle 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 The Famous Pub. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,154 reviews.

The remarkable The Children of Rock is another top restaurant in La Rochelle we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,254 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Jolly Sailor is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in La Rochelle, the fantastic Barracuda La Rochelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 847 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in La Rochelle and embark on a scenic drive to Toulouse, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in La Rochelle and Bordeaux 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 La Rochelle. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,404 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible La Rochelle Aquarium. This attraction, a beloved aquarium, has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 6,656 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in La Rochelle is the stunning Musée maritime de La Rochelle. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,865 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable jardin public. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,341 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Monument aux Girondins. This column and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,483 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated place de la Bourse. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

The lovely miroir d'eau is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 14,462 visitors have left this reflecting pool an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Bordeaux, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Toulouse. When you arrive in Toulouse 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 Bistroquet à la Une. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,125 customers.

Locals also recommend The George and Dragon, another of the best restaurants in Toulouse. The George and Dragon is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The London Town. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Melting Pot Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Toulouse, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,364 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Pub O'Clock. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Pub O'Clock has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,139 customers.

The Four Monkeys is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,037 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 Toulouse 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Toulouse at Aux Pieds sous la Table before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 982 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The Four Monkeys for your last chance at a meal in the city of Toulouse. The The Four Monkeys restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,037 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try The Winter Garden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 864 customers.

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