9-Day France road trip from Nice to Monaco, Marseille, Carcassonne, and Nimes

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

Nice has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Albert I Garden. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,739 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 Nice, Chez Acchiardo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,467 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nice is Les Sens. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Locals recommend Peixes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers.

Nice also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nice is Wayne's Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,557 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nice is La Shounga. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,693 customers.

Locals also enjoy Les Distilleries Idéales. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 Nice and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Monaco. You will stay in Monaco for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Nice is the amazing Castle Hill. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,646 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,225 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nice is the outstanding Mercantour National Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,215 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Rascasse, one of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,566 customers.

Locals also recommend Steak 'n Shake Monaco as one of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco. Steak 'n Shake Monaco is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,351 customers.

After dinner, visit Buddha-Bar Monte-Carlo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Monaco. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,868 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Twiga. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 506 customers.

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

On day 3 of your road trip across France, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Monaco. You’ll stay in Monaco for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Le Meridien Beach Plaza, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Monaco. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,920 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Monaco is the 5-star Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 841 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Monaco is the 3-star Novotel Monte-Carlo. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,986 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding Prince's Palace of Monaco. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,604 visitors.

Monte Carlo Casino is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is an architectural structure and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,883 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Princess Grace Japanese Garden. This park is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 5,026 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Grimaldi Forum. Around 3,844 visitors have given this architectural structure an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Come to Monaco prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Monaco.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Beefbar Monaco, after your day of exploring the city of Monaco. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 983 customers.

La Note Bleue is another of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco is Avenue 31. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 731 customers.

Locals recommend gerhard's café monaco, one of the best bars in the city of Monaco, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 713 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Monaco, Quai des Artistes. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 392 customers.

L'Express is also one of the best bars in the city of Monaco. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 339 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in France.

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Marseille. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Marseille’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Marseille, start your day with a visit to the amazing Calanques National Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This church building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Marseille Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Marseille Cathedral is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors.

The lovely Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,446 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Marseille has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Marseille. Marseille 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 Twist Avenue. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 618 reviews.

The remarkable AM par Alexandre Mazzia is another top restaurant in Marseille we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Bouchon Provençal is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Marseille, the fantastic Carry Nation. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful O'Malley. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is La Caravelle. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in 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 Montpellier 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 Montpellier is the amazing esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Comedy Square. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Montpellier is the outstanding Arc de Triomphe. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,323 visitors.

The spectacular Jardin des plantes de Montpellier is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating botanical garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,446 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Montpellier 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 6 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 Nimes. You’ll stay in Nimes for 2 nights. 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 top-tier point of interest 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.

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 Les Quatre Châteaux de Lastours. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,293 reviews.

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 Nimes. Nimes 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'Instant T. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 752 reviews.

The remarkable Gard O Wine is another top restaurant in Nimes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Livestation DIY - Nîmes is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nimes, the fantastic O’Flaherty’s. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is La bonne mousse. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Nimes, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Nimes.

Today you'll explore the city of Nimes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Pont du Gard. This incredible attraction is an arch bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 visitors.

Haribo Candy Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nimes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nimes is Jardin de La Fontaine. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Musée de la Romanité. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors. Each year, approximately 25,271 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Nimes.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,652 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 Nimes.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes, like Les Caves de Bernis. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nimes, L'Instant T. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Prolé. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

Barberousse Nîmes is another of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

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

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 Arles and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nice. You will stay in Nice for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Arles is the amazing Tarascon Castle. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,867 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Château des Baux-de-Provence. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Arles is the outstanding Carrières des Lumières. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Frog, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,109 customers.

Locals also recommend L'antica as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. L'antica is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nice is Comptoir du Marché. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

After dinner, visit Riviera & Tours, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nice. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Shapko. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,073 customers.

Alternatively, Le Vingt4 is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nice. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 453 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 Nice 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.

Promenade du Paillon is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nice. This greenway and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,770 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Nice at La Langouste before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 606 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Cèdre for your last chance at a meal in the city of Nice. The Le Cèdre restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 454 customers.

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