Cheap 4-Day France Road Trip from Marseille to Montpellier

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

Marseille 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 Marseille and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Friche la Belle de Mai will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating bar that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,400 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 Marseille. An excellent example is the popular Twist Avenue. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is AM par Alexandre Mazzia. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 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 Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,207 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Carry Nation is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 834 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Marseille we recommend is O'Malley, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

La Caravelle is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,587 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 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 Marseille 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 Marseille is the amazing Marseille Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Marseille is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Marseille is the outstanding Calanques National Park. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This attraction, an amazing church building, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 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 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 Coldrip food and coffee. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 644 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Montpellier, Empanadas Club 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 1,371 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Petit Jardin. 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 1,148 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 Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Shakespeare. This popular bar in Montpellier has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 903 bar-goers.

You can also go to Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 659 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!

Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in France gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Nimes and end your day in the city of Nimes.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Marseille for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in France.

While you’re in Nimes, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Comedy Square. The fantastic Comedy Square is a popular square and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,883 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Planet Ocean World, a well-known aquarium in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.4 out of a 5 star-rating from 8,786 travelers.

The top-rated esplanade Charles de Gaulle is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular square and destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from over 8,915 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Nimes, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Nimes.

Make Jardin de La Fontaine your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Nimes is the outstanding Haribo Candy Museum. Rated 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 visitors, this remarkable museum and attraction deserves a spot on your France travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Pont du Gard. This attraction, a stunning arch bridge, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 travelers.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about France. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in France and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Marseille. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Marseille, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La cigale vieux port, one of the best restaurants in Marseille. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 918 customers.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Trattoria Marco, another well-loved restaurant in Marseille. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 725 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in France.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Marseille, Bar Bu. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 bar goers.

Bar Marengo is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Marseille, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 539 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by La dame du mont, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in France!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Marseille.

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 Marseille is the remarkable Palais Longchamp. This water tower and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,768 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Marseille, consider a top-rated restaurant like O'Bidul. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 461 customers.

Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille 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 4.8 out of 5 stars from 184 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Le Panier Marseillais. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Marseille.

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