9-Day France Road Trip from Strasbourg traveling west to Metz, Paris, Auxerre, and Besancon

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

Strasbourg has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Petite France. This attraction is a neighborhood and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,245 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 Strasbourg, Au Crocodile. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 770 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Strasbourg is La Fignette. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,684 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Gurtlerhoft as one of the best restaurants in the city of Strasbourg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,531 customers.

Strasbourg also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Strasbourg is Cathedral Beer Academy. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,358 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Strasbourg is Les BerThoM Strasbourg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,862 customers.

Locals also enjoy Le Grincheux. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,261 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 Strasbourg and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Metz. You will stay in Metz for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Strasbourg is the amazing place Kléber. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,963 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,268 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Strasbourg is the outstanding Alsatian Museum. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,019 visitors.

The spectacular Parc de l'Étoile is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 7,619 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Barrage Vauban. This attraction is a popular bridge that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,371 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Le Jardin de Bellevue, one of the best restaurants in the city of Metz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Quintessence as one of the best restaurants in the city of Metz. Restaurant Quintessence is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Metz is Heureux comme Alexandre. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,131 customers.

After dinner, visit Les BerThoM Metz, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Metz. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,261 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Vivian's Pub Fairy. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,067 customers.

Alternatively, Irish-Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Metz. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 873 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Metz and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Metz 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 Metz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Basilica of Saint-Remi. This attraction is a minor basilica that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,786 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible place Drouet-d’Erlon. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,651 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Metz is the stunning Reims Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,030 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated green space in Metz. The popular Parc Léo Lagrange is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,352 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

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 Train Bleu. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Train Bleu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Le Fumoir 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 3,606 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 will take you to the best attractions Paris has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights 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 To Restaurant Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Le Mesturet is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

Little Red Door 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 1,722 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is The Bombardier. The Bombardier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

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

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 Panthéon. This attraction is a mausoleum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris, which gets around 2,825,000 annual visits, is the spectacular Louvre Museum. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Musée d'Orsay. This art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Up to 3,651,616 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Tuileries Garden is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This garden is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider place de la Concorde. Place de la Concorde is a square and popular attraction in Paris. More than 54,229 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 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 Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème, 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 1,702 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Paris is the popular Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Paris is Jules Verne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Harry's New York Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

Dirty Dick is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is Bisou. Bisou. Has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 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 will take you to the city of Paris and the city of Chessy. You’ll stay in Auxerre for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Paris today is Jardin du Luxembourg. This excellent attraction is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Jardin des plantes, an outstanding botanical garden, in the city of Paris. Around 40,461 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Day 7 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Auxerre and the city of Beaune. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Auxerre is the amazing Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre - Baie 129. This attraction is a stained glass window and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,232 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Auxerre 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 La Moutarderie Fallot in the city of Beaune for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,107 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the town of Beaune is the outstanding Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,805 visitors, this museum deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Café des Félins, one of the best restaurants in the city of Besancon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

Locals also recommend Les Tables d'antan as one of the best restaurants in the city of Besancon. Les Tables d'antan is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Besancon is La Clocherade. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 566 customers.

After dinner, visit BUFFALO GRILL BESANCON (Chateaufarine), which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Besancon. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'Alsacien Besançon. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,828 customers.

Alternatively, Le 1802 is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Besancon. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 854 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Besançon and embark on a scenic drive to Strasbourg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Besançon and Munster 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 Besançon. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc du Champ de Mars. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,547 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Petite Venise in Colmar. This attraction, a beloved neighborhood, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 39,311 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Besançon is the stunning Statue de la Liberté. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,939 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Colmar 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 Munster has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 22,175 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Munster, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Strasbourg. When you arrive in Strasbourg 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 La Hache. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,976 customers.

Locals also recommend La Cloche à Fromage RESTAURANT, another of the best restaurants in Strasbourg. La Cloche à Fromage RESTAURANT is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Au Vieux Strasbourg. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,999 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Jeannette and the Cycleux to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Strasbourg, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,283 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Code Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Code Bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

The Key Bar - Krutenau 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 1,077 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 9 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Strasbourg 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 de l'Orangerie is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Strasbourg. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,139 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Strasbourg at Restaurant Le Kuhn before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,352 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Cannibale for your last chance at a meal in the city of Strasbourg. The Le Cannibale restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,513 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Oh my Goodness café. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,189 customers.

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