One-Week France Road Trip from Tours traveling east to Fontainebleau and Paris

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

Tours has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Prébendes d'Oé Garden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,334 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 Tours, Le Comptoir de Mamie Bigoude Tours Centre. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,883 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Restaurant Les Canailles. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

Locals recommend Boll N Roll as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

Tours also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tours is Buffalo Grill Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,396 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tours is The Pale. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Locals also enjoy Hotel & Spa Oceania L'univers Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,192 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 Tours. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Fontainebleau. You’ll stay in Fontainebleau for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Tours’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Tours, start your day with a visit to the amazing Préfecture Garden. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 504 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Tours Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,212 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Vieux Tours to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Vieux Tours is a neighborhood that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,551 visitors.

The lovely Château de Villandry is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,506 visitors have left this château average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Tours has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Fontainebleau. Fontainebleau 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 Fontainebleau and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Paris. You will stay in Paris for 4 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Fontainebleau is the amazing Palace of Fontainebleau. This attraction is a château that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

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

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 La Coupole, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Train Bleu. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Alternatively, Le Fumoir is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 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 Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights 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 Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

Eiffel Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower attracts about 6,207,303 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Arc de Triomphe. Attracting 2,743,823 annual visitors, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sacré-Cœur. This church building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Each year, approximately 11,000,000 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 La Villette. This commune of france is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 visitors.

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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 Angelina. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Au Pied de Cochon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Locals enjoy To Restaurant Paris, 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 2,267 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Le Mesturet. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Little Red Door. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

The Bombardier is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your 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 2 nights 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors.

Louvre Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Louvre Museum attracts about 2,825,000 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Musée d'Orsay. Attracting 3,651,616 annual visitors, it's clear that Musée d'Orsay is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Tuileries Garden. This garden and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic place de la Concorde. This square is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 54,229 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 Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,702 customers.

Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 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, Harry's New York Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Dirty Dick. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Bisou. Is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers.

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

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Paris, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the town of Versailles is Grand Trianon. This amazing attraction is a maison de plaisance and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,511 visitors.

Palace of Versailles is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Versailles. This unforgettable attraction welcomes around 4,741,758 visitors yearly. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Palace of Versailles has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors.

To make your time in the town of Versailles more memorable, we recommend you visit Gardens of Versailles. This outstanding attraction is a french formal garden and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

You can also make your new day in France more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of France’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Paris.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Saint James Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Paris, we recommend the cocktails at The Highlander. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Paris is Café de Paris V. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Paris!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Paris and embark on a scenic drive to Tours, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Paris 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 Paris. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château de Chambord. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,219 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château de Cheverny. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,031 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like LA MAISON DES HALLES. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 636 customers.

Locals also recommend TIA Gourmet, another of the best restaurants in Tours. TIA Gourmet is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 665 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Turon. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Café Bar Jazz Le Strapontin to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Tours, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 882 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La réserve. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La réserve has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 customers.

Délirium café 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 219 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 Tours 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.

Jardin botanique de Tours is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tours. This botanical garden and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,560 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Tours at Café Bistrot Restaurant Le Vieux Mûrier before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Casse-Cailloux for your last chance at a meal in the city of Tours. The Casse-Cailloux restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le bistrot d'Odile. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

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