Cheap 13-Day France Road Trip from Montpellier to Nimes, Valence, Lyon, and Grenoble

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Montpellier, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Montpellier and begin your adventure in France.

Montpellier is a popular cheap holiday destination in France with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Montpellier and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Arc de Triomphe will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,323 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Montpellier. An excellent example is the popular Coldrip food and coffee. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Empanadas Club. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Le Petit Jardin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,148 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,623 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Montpellier we recommend is The Shakespeare, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 659 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Montpellier and end your day in the city of Nimes, where you'll stay for 3 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Montpellier is the amazing Jardin des plantes de Montpellier. This travel destination is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,446 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Comedy Square. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Montpellier is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Montpellier is the outstanding esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This square has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,915 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Panoramique du Mont Saint-Clair. This attraction, an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,111 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Nimes. Nimes is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Nimes that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Nimes is L'Instant T. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Nimes, Gard O Wine is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 323 diners.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Nimes enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Nimes’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit O’Flaherty’s. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This popular bar in Nimes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 993 bar-goers.

You can also go to La bonne mousse as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La bonne mousse is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 428 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 3 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Nimes than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Nimes and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Nimes.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Sautadet Falls. This incredible attraction is a waterfall that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 5,240 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Pont du Gard Museum. This spectacular museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,292 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Pont du Gard during a vacation in Nimes. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Pont du Gard has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 29,439 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Haribo Candy Museum. This popular place of interest in Nimes is a valued museum that has a rating of 4 out of a 5-star rating from 17,011 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Nimes when you include the fantastic Espeisses Woods to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,395 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in France more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Nimes, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Nimes for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Livestation DIY - Nîmes is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 139 customers.

Les Caves de Bernis is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Nimes. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Nimes, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Nimes.

L'Instant T is a fantastic bar many locals in Nimes recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Le Prolé, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 576 customers.

Barberousse Nîmes is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Nimes. Customers have rated the exciting Barberousse Nîmes an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 425 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 4 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Nimes than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Nimes and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Nimes.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Jardin de La Fontaine. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 15,878 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Musée de la Romanité. This spectacular museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,534 reviews. Attracting more than 25,271 travelers annually, the beloved Musée de la Romanité is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Nimes.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes during a vacation in Nimes. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 9,652 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Aigues mortes. This popular place of interest in Nimes is a valued best-rated sightseeing destination that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 1,818 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Nimes when you include the fantastic Plage Rive Gauche to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating best-rated sightseeing destination with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,501 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in France more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Nimes, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Nimes for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Nimes, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Nimes.

Gard O Wine is a fantastic bar many locals in Nimes recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Big Ben Bar, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 295 customers.

Livestation DIY - Nîmes is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Nimes. Customers have rated the exciting Livestation DIY - Nîmes an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 139 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Largentière and end your day in the city of Valence, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Largentière is the amazing Grotte Aven Forestière : Grotte en Ardèche. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 233 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Aven d'Orgnac. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,830 travelers, a visit to this well-known show cave and sightseeing spot in Largentière is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Largentière is the outstanding Grotte Chauvet 2 - Ardèche. This art gallery has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,350 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Réserve Naturelle Nationale des Gorges de l'Ardèche. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,611 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Valence. Valence is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Valence that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Valence enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Valence’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 6 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,363 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Fontaine monumentale.

This museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 625 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lyon. Lyon is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lyon that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lyon is Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lyon, L'Institut Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 853 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Flair Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lyon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 726 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lyon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit L Bar food & drink. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Phantom of the Opera. This popular bar in Lyon has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 514 bar-goers.

You can also go to Black Forest Society as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Black Forest Society is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 500 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière.

This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,363 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Grand Parc Miribel Jonage. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 12,314 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic iFLY Lyon. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,468 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Grenoble. Grenoble is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Grenoble that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Grenoble is Restaurant La Petite Idée. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 804 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Grenoble, La Ferme à Dédé is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,169 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is La Cuisine des Tontons. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Grenoble enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 785 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Grenoble’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit L'Ardoise. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,127 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Bar Au RENCARD. This popular bar in Grenoble has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 555 bar-goers.

You can also go to Le Cartel Bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Le Cartel Bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 277 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 8 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Grenoble than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Grenoble and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Grenoble.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Museum of the French Revolution - Domaine de Vizille. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 5,504 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Fort de La Bastille. This spectacular park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 7,303 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Musée de Grenoble during a vacation in Grenoble. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Musée de Grenoble has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,100 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding The Chartreuse Mountains. This popular place of interest in Grenoble is a valued park that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 8,210 visitors.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in France more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Grenoble, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Grenoble for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Cedar Restaurant is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 840 customers.

Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Grenoble. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at OWASABI, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 708 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Grenoble, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Grenoble.

Pub des copains is a fantastic bar many locals in Grenoble recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 177 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at DAISY bar&coffee, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 100 customers.

Les copains d'abord is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Grenoble. Customers have rated the exciting Les copains d'abord an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,098 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 9 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Cabrières-d'Avignon and the enchanting Marseille, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Cabrières-d'Avignon and end the day in Marseille, where you'll stay for 3 nights.

Buckle up because day 9 of your affordable vacation in France will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Cabrières-d'Avignon is the magnificent Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). Around 17,658 visitors have rated this excellent top-tier point of interest and travel destination an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Palais des Papes on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 36,931 travelers. Given this incredible site's popularity, it’s easy to understand why more than 616,210 people visit it every year.

The remarkable Jardin des doms is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing urban park, is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Cabrières-d'Avignon, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Marseille.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Porte d'Aix. This popular site is a valued best-rated sightseeing destination in Marseille and is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 4,944 visitors.

Another must-visit in Marseille is the spectacular Friche la Belle de Mai. This outstanding bar and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 5,400 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across France. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in France. Make your cheap holiday experience in France more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Marseille offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in France. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Marseille offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

Twist Avenue is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 618 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Marseille is AM par Alexandre Mazzia, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Le Bouchon Provençal offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Marseille. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,207 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Marseille’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Carry Nation is an excellent example of a great bar in Marseille offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at O'Malley, another of locals’ go-to bars in Marseille. O'Malley is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,796 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

La Caravelle is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Marseille. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,587 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through France with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in France!

Day 10 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Marseille than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Marseille and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Marseille.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Palais Longchamp. This incredible attraction is a water tower that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 12,768 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Centre Commercial Centre Bourse. This spectacular shopping mall and tourist destination has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars in 16,249 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) during a vacation in Marseille. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 36,436 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Parc Borély. This popular place of interest in Marseille is a valued park that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 11,618 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Marseille when you include the fantastic Calanque de Port-Miou to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,728 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in France more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Marseille, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Marseille for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

La cigale vieux port is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 918 customers.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Marseille. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Trattoria Marco, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 725 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Marseille, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Marseille.

Bar Bu is a fantastic bar many locals in Marseille recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Bar Marengo, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 539 customers.

La dame du mont is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Marseille. Customers have rated the exciting La dame du mont an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 273 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 11 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Marseille than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Marseille and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Marseille.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Calanques National Park. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 19,632 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Marseille Cathedral. This spectacular catholic cathedral and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 12,714 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Les Petits Trains de Marseille during a vacation in Marseille. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Les Petits Trains de Marseille has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 9,053 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Old Port of Marseille. This popular place of interest in Marseille is a valued seaport that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 4,120 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Marseille when you include the fantastic Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating museum with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,446 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in France more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Marseille, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Marseille for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

O'Bidul is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 461 customers.

Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Marseille. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 184 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Le Panier Marseillais, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,790 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Marseille, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Marseille.

The Champ De Mars is a fantastic bar many locals in Marseille recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at L'unic Bar, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 341 customers.

Beer District Marseille is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Marseille. Customers have rated the exciting Beer District Marseille an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 224 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 12 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Arles and end your day in the city of Montpellier, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Arles is the amazing Alpilles Natural Regional Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,184 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Château des Baux-de-Provence. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Arles is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Arles is the outstanding Carrières des Lumières. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Tarascon Castle. This attraction, an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,867 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Arles Amphitheatre. This roman amphitheatre is a popular attraction rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Montpellier. Montpellier is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Montpellier that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Montpellier is Burger et Ratatouille. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 597 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Montpellier, Umami - La cinquième saveur is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 412 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is La Diligence. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Montpellier enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 527 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Montpellier’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Espit Chupitos Montpellier. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 525 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Le Rebuffy. This popular bar in Montpellier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 563 bar-goers.

You can also go to Broc Café Montpellier as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Broc Café Montpellier is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,165 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 13 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Montpellier.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in France.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Montpellier is the remarkable Aqueduc Saint-Clément. This aqueduct and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,224 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Montpellier, consider a top-rated restaurant like La Bistrote. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 429 customers.

Pastis Restaurant is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 350 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Restaurant Leclere. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 303 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Montpellier.

You’ll then say farewell to Montpellier and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in France!