9-Day France Road Trip from Clermont-Ferrand traveling north to Lyon, Beaune, Paris, and Blois

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

Clermont-Ferrand has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible place de Jaude. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,034 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 Clermont-Ferrand, Lard De Vivre. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 505 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is Five Guys Clermont-Ferrand. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,818 customers.

Locals recommend La Gourmandine as one of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,134 customers.

Clermont-Ferrand also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is The Still Irish Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is Les BerThoM. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

Locals also enjoy Le Compt(o)ir. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 667 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 Clermont-Ferrand. 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 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Clermont-Ferrand’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Clermont-Ferrand, start your day with a visit to the amazing Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,232 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port. This church building 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 Panoramic Domes to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Panoramic Domes is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,215 visitors.

The lovely Temple of Mercury (Puy de Dôme) is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,781 visitors have left this temple average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Clermont-Ferrand 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 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 Beaune. You will stay in Beaune 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 Porte des Enfants du Rhône. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,967 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, parc de la Tête d'Or. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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 Beaune, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bout du Monde, one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot du Coin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune. Le Bistrot du Coin is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune is Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Beaune and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Beaune and Fontainebleau 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 Beaune. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Musée d'Orsay. This attraction, a beloved art museum, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 visitors. Musée d'Orsay welcomes around 3,651,616 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Beaune is the stunning Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. Approximately 12,000,000 travelers come to Beaune every year to see this fascinating attraction.

Wave goodbye to Paris 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 Fontainebleau has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palace of Fontainebleau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,054 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Fontainebleau, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Paris. When you arrive in Paris 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 Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord, another of the best restaurants in Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit La Coupole to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Fumoir. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Fumoir has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

Le Mesturet 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 2,547 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 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Paris has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Paris 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 Paris. 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 Paris, like the extraordinary Champ de Mars. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris, which gets around 6,207,303 annual visits, is the spectacular Eiffel Tower. This attraction is a lattice tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Up to 2,743,823 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Sacré-Cœur is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This church building is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 11,000,000 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider La Villette. La Villette is a commune of france and popular attraction in Paris. More than 56,497 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Paris 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 Angelina, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

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

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Paris is The Bombardier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Little Red Door is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

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

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is Experimental Cocktail Club. Experimental Cocktail Club has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Paris and the city of Versailles. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Paris is the amazing Louvre Museum. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,825,000 people visit Louvre Museum every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Tuileries Garden. This garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Paris. This well-known attraction, a spectacular square, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 54,229 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Paris 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 Palace of Versailles in the city of Versailles for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Each year, Palace of Versailles is visited by more than 4,741,758 travelers, so don't miss out!

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Relais de la Tour, one of the best restaurants in the city of Blois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Chenonceaux has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Chenonceaux 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 Chenonceaux. 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 village of Chenonceaux, like the extraordinary Château de Chenonceau. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Chenonceaux.

Your discovery of Chenonceaux does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Chenonceaux 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 Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Blois. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 160 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Blois and the city of Chambord. You’ll stay in Clermont-Ferrand for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Blois today is Château de Blois. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 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 Château de Chambord for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Chambord. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand, Restaurant Clermont-Ferrand : L'Odevie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bistrot d'à Côté as one of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. Le Bistrot d'à Côté is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is Lard et la Manière. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 814 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Clermont-Ferrand, Au Fût et à mesure. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 457 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bar Des Beaux Arts. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 593 customers.

The Viking Pub Counter is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 403 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Clermont-Ferrand 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 Lecoq is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Clermont-Ferrand. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,878 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Clermont-Ferrand at Restaurant Le Dôme before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Boeuf Café for your last chance at a meal in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. The Le Boeuf Café restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 593 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try La Vache qui Tète. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 633 customers.

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