9-Day France Road Trip from Chambery traveling south to Grenoble, Marseille, Carcassonne, and Montpellier

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

Chambery has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible La Fontaine des Éléphants. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,431 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 Chambery, The Beer Of Midgard. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Chambery is Hôtel des Princes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 998 customers.

Locals recommend 60chrono as one of the best restaurants in the city of Chambery. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 594 customers.

Chambery also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Chambery is LE CORSAIRE Beer & Rooftop bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 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 hamlet of La Féclaz. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Grenoble. You’ll stay in Grenoble for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of La Féclaz’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of La Féclaz, start your day with a visit to the amazing Savoie Grand Revard. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,842 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that La Féclaz has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Grenoble. Grenoble 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 Restaurant La Petite Idée. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 804 reviews.

The remarkable Pizzeria Come Prima is another top restaurant in Grenoble we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,055 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Ferme à Dédé is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,169 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Grenoble, the fantastic L'Ardoise. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,127 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful le coq hardi. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Pub Shakesbeer. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 850 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Rise and shine on day 3 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 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Grenoble and Avignon 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 Marseille Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,714 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Les Petits Trains de Marseille. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,053 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Marseille 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 Avignon has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This attraction is a must-see tourist destination 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.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Avignon, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Marseille. When you arrive in Marseille 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 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 AM par Alexandre Mazzia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Les 3 Frères 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 2,017 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bistrot l’Horloge. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bistrot l’Horloge has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

O'BRADY'S IRISH PUB is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,572 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 4 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Marseille and the city of Arles. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Marseille is the amazing Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors.

Palais Longchamp is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Marseille. This well-known attraction, a spectacular water tower, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 12,768 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Marseille 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 Arles Amphitheatre in the city of Arles for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a roman amphitheatre and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant La Marquière, one of the best restaurants in the city of Carcassonne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

Locals also recommend Brasserie a 4 Temps as one of the best restaurants in the city of Carcassonne. Brasserie a 4 Temps is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,551 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Carcassonne is Adélaïde. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,584 customers.

After dinner, visit Comte Roger, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Carcassonne. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Celt. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

Alternatively, La Métairie is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Carcassonne. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Toulouse has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Toulouse 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 Toulouse. 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 Toulouse, like the extraordinary Basilica of St. Sernin. This attraction is a minor basilica and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Toulouse is the spectacular Couvent des Jacobins. This attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,770 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Pont-Neuf. This deck arch bridge has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 visitors.

Grand Rond is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This urban park is a popular destination among visitors in Toulouse. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,069 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Jardin des Plantes. Jardin des Plantes is a park and popular attraction in Toulouse. More than 9,847 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Toulouse does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Toulouse 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 Auberge des Lices, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Carcassonne. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 908 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Carcassonne is the popular Le Blé Noir. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 932 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Carcassonne is Le Parc Franck Putelat. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Buffalo Grill Carcassonne is one of the best bars in the city of Carcassonne for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,813 customers.

Buffalo Grill Salvaza Carcassonne is another of the most popular bars in the city of Carcassonne. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,650 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Carcassonne and the city of Gruissan. You’ll stay in Montpellier for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Carcassonne today is Château Comtal. This excellent attraction is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne, an outstanding top-tier point of interest, in the town of Carcassonne. Around 1,201 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Carcassonne is Cité de Carcassonne. This amazing attraction is a fortress and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

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 town, 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 Le Salin de l'île Saint-Martin de Gruissan for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Gruissan. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,758 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier, Coldrip food and coffee. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Locals recommend Empanadas Club as one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. Empanadas Club is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier is Le Petit Jardin. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Montpellier, Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Les Enfants Rouges. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

O'Carolans Irish Pub is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

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 Montpellier 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 Montpellier 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 Montpellier. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,323 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Comedy Square. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,883 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Montpellier is the stunning esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pont du Gard. This attraction is an arch bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Lyon. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lyon, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Black Forest Society has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Kaffee Berlin 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 2,079 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 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 Caluire-et-Cuire and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Chambery. You will stay in Chambery for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Caluire-et-Cuire is the amazing parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Caluire-et-Cuire 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 Chambery, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Sibérienne | Chambéry, one of the best restaurants in the city of Chambery. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 472 customers.

Locals also recommend Petit Hôtel Confidentiel · Hôtel 5 étoiles as one of the best restaurants in the city of Chambery. Petit Hôtel Confidentiel · Hôtel 5 étoiles is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 307 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Chambery is Brit Hotel Chambéry. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

After dinner, visit The Beer Of Midgard, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Chambery. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

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

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

Parc du Clos Savoiroux is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Chambery. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 144 visitors.

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

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