Cheap 3-Day France Roadtrip in Caen

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

Caen 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 Caen and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Forêt d'Ifs will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,364 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 Caen. An excellent example is the popular Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Beef & Cow. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 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 Les Fils à Maman Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,976 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

L'Hydropathe is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,126 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Caen we recommend is Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Vertigo is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 715 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!

Day 2 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Lisieux than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Lisieux 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 Caen.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Memorial Pegasus. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 6,240 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Grande Plage de Trouville. This spectacular must-see tourist destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,868 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Basilica of Saint Therese of Lisieux during a vacation in Lisieux. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Basilica of Saint Therese of Lisieux has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 5,910 reviews.

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 Lisieux, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Caen 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.

Le Bistronome 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 1,669 customers.

Pizzeria Novità is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Caen. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Mian Mian, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 680 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Caen, 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 Caen.

Delirium Café is a fantastic bar many locals in Caen 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 776 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Les Déserteurs, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 434 customers.

The brew bar is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Caen. Customers have rated the exciting The brew bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 365 reviews.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 3 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Caen.

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 Caen is the remarkable Caen Castle. This top-tier point of interest and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,915 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Caen, consider a top-rated restaurant like Ju'ste Chez Moi. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

Monsieur Louis 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 592 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is A Contre Sens. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 449 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Caen.

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