9-Day France road trip from Toulouse to Bordeaux, Poitiers, Blois, and Limoges

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Toulouse. You’ll stay in Toulouse for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Toulouse has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Place Saint-Pierre. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,139 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 Toulouse, La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,095 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse is Grain De Folie. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

Locals recommend Le Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

Toulouse also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Toulouse is The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Toulouse is The George and Dragon. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Locals also enjoy The London Town. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in France!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Toulouse, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Toulouse.

Today you'll explore the city of Toulouse. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Musée Aeroscopia. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,683 visitors.

Basilica of St. Sernin is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Toulouse. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Toulouse is Pont-Neuf. This amazing attraction is a deck arch bridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Grand Rond. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,069 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Jardin des Plantes. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,847 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Toulouse.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse, like Bistroquet à la Une. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,125 customers.

Aux Pieds sous la Table is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Toulouse. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 982 customers.

Locals enjoy The Winter Garden, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Toulouse. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 864 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Toulouse, Melting Pot Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,364 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Pub O'Clock. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,139 customers.

The Four Monkeys is another of the best bars in the city of Toulouse. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,037 customers.

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

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Toulouse, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Toulouse.

Today you'll explore the city of Carcassonne. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Basilique Saint Nazaire. This incredible attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,146 visitors.

Cité de Carcassonne is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Carcassonne. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Carcassonne is Porte Narbonnaise. This amazing attraction is a city gate and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 425 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,201 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Château Comtal. This castle is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Toulouse.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse, like Le 5 Wine Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 867 customers.

Pizzeria Bambino is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Toulouse. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

Locals enjoy Le Bièrographe, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Toulouse. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Toulouse, Fat Cat. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Thirsty Monk. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 885 customers.

The Botanist Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Toulouse. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 771 customers.

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

Day 4 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 Bordeaux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bordeaux. You will stay in Bordeaux for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bordeaux is the amazing La Cité du Vin. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible urban park, jardin public. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bordeaux is the outstanding Monument aux Girondins. This popular column and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

The spectacular miroir d'eau is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating reflecting pool and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,462 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic place de la Bourse. This attraction is a popular square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 16,251 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try suzzi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Oiseau Bleu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. L'Oiseau Bleu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

After dinner, visit Symbiose, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connemara. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Alternatively, Molly Malone's is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bordeaux. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Poitiers. You’ll stay in Poitiers for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bordeaux’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bordeaux, start your day with a visit to the amazing Bordeaux Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Tour Pey-Berland. This tower and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,070 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The big bell of Bordeaux to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular The big bell of Bordeaux is a bell tower that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,871 visitors.

The lovely Porte Cailhau is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,609 visitors have left this city gate 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 parc bordelais. This attraction is an urban park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 5,855 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bordeaux has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Poitiers. Poitiers 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 La Minute Blonde Poitiers. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 207 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Poitiers, the fantastic Le Palais de la Bière. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,034 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Taverne Du Geek. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 466 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Cluricaume Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 386 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 6 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Poitiers and embark on a scenic drive to Blois, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Poitiers 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 Poitiers. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful The Extraordinary Voyage. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,223 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Dynamic Vienne. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,716 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Poitiers is the stunning Église Notre-Dame la Grande, Poitiers. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,103 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 Chenonceau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château d'Amboise. This château and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,016 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Château du Clos Lucé. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 visitors.

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!

Day 7 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 Suèvres and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Limoges. You will stay in Limoges for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Suèvres is the amazing Robert-Houdin House of Magic. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,105 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible château, Château de Blois. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Suèvres is the outstanding Château de Chambord. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

The spectacular Château de Cheverny is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating château and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,031 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Brasserie Michard, one of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Sikaru Beer and Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges. Le Sikaru Beer and Bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 492 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges is Kope Un2. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 181 customers.

After dinner, visit L'Irlandais, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Limoges. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,536 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'BRIEN TAVERN Irish Pub Limoges. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

Alternatively, L'Atelier - Limoges is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Limoges. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 521 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 Limoges and embark on a scenic drive to Toulouse, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Limoges and Gourdon 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 Limoges. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Jardin botanique de l'Evêché. This attraction is a botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,815 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Park Zoo Reynou. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,827 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Limoges is the stunning Limoges Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,596 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Gourdon 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 Gourdon has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Railway Tourist Haut Quercy. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,626 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Lacave caves. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,757 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Gourdon, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Toulouse. When you arrive in Toulouse 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 Les Sales Gosses - le Bistrot. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 547 customers.

Locals also recommend Le P'tit Louis, another of the best restaurants in Toulouse. Le P'tit Louis is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 334 customers.

After dinner, visit Le 5 Wine Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Toulouse, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 867 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Bièrographe. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Bièrographe has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

The Caribe Bar 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 740 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 Toulouse 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.

Square Charles de Gaulle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Toulouse. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,579 visitors.

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

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