9-Day France road trip from Caen to Angers, Blois, and Paris

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

Caen has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Forêt d'Ifs. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,364 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 Caen, Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Beef & Cow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

Locals recommend Les Fils à Maman Caen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

Caen also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Caen is L'Hydropathe. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Caen is Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Locals also enjoy Vertigo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 Caen. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Angers. You’ll stay in Angers for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Caen’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Caen, start your day with a visit to the amazing L'Abbaye-aux-Hommes. This much-appreciated place of worship and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,380 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Caen Botanical Garden. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,184 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mémorial de Caen to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Mémorial de Caen is a peace museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,288 visitors. Every year, around 349,455 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Colline aux Oiseaux is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,950 visitors have left this green space average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Caen has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Angers. Angers 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 Bistrot des Ducs. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,756 reviews.

The remarkable Crêperie du Château is another top restaurant in Angers we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Thai L'inde is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,133 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Angers, the fantastic Mamie Fada. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Héron carré. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is La Cour - Angers. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,026 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Angers, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Angers.

Today you'll explore the city of Nantes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Château d'Angers. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,556 visitors.

Terra Botanica is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nantes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,007 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nantes is Jardin des Plantes d'Angers. This amazing attraction is a botanical garden and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,436 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 Angers.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers, like Au Restau-Théâtre. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 469 customers.

CHEZ PAUL is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Angers. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 245 customers.

Locals enjoy Chez Loic, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Angers. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 191 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Angers, The Joker's Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,070 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Port de L'Ile. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 767 customers.

Black Peat is another of the best bars in the city of Angers. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 877 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Angers and embark on a scenic drive to Blois, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Angers and Auzouer-en-Touraine 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 Angers. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château d'Angers. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,556 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Terra Botanica. This attraction, a beloved botanical garden, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,007 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Angers is the stunning Jardin des Plantes d'Angers. This botanical garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,436 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Auzouer-en-Touraine 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 Auzouer-en-Touraine has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château de Montpoupon. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,432 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château de Chenonceau. This château and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Château d'Amboise. This château and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors.

The lovely Château du Clos Lucé is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,292 visitors have left this museum an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Auzouer-en-Touraine, 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.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

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!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Blois, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Blois.

Today you'll explore the city of Suèvres. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire. As one of the top sights in the area, around 513,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,761 visitors.

Château de Blois is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Suèvres. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Suèvres is Château de Beauregard, Loire Valley. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,153 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Château de Cheverny. This château and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Château de Chambord. This château is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,219 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 Blois.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through 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 Paris and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Paris. You will stay in Paris for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Paris is the amazing Jardin des plantes. This attraction is a botanical garden that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible art museum, Louvre Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Louvre Museum welcomes around 2,825,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Paris is the outstanding Centre Georges Pompidou. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors.

The spectacular Notre-Dame de Paris is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating catholic cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 45,788 visitors. In addition, approximately 12,000,000 travelers visit this popular site annually.

You can make the most of your new day in Paris 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 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 7 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 Sacré-Cœur. As one of the top sights in the area, around 11,000,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors.

Tuileries Garden is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

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 Eiffel Tower. This lattice tower and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Each year, approximately 6,207,303 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 Champ de Mars. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 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 Jules Verne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet 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 1,057 customers.

Locals enjoy Les Fous de l'Île, 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 1,046 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar has an average rating 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Paris. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Caen. You’ll stay in Caen for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Paris’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Paris, start your day with a visit to the amazing Panthéon. This much-appreciated mausoleum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Jardin du Luxembourg. This urban park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Palais Garnier to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Palais Garnier is an opera house that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

The lovely place de la Concorde is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 54,229 visitors have left this square average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a triumphal arch rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 193,235 reviews. Around 2,743,823 people come to see this attraction every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Paris has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Caen. Caen 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 Le Bistronome. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,669 reviews.

The remarkable Pizzeria Novità is another top restaurant in Caen we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Mian Mian is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Caen, the fantastic Delirium Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Les Déserteurs. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 434 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The brew bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 365 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 9 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Caen 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.

Caen Castle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Caen. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Caen at Ju'ste Chez Moi before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Monsieur Louis for your last chance at a meal in the city of Caen. The Monsieur Louis restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 592 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try A Contre Sens. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

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