Cheap 5-Day France Road Trip from Brest to Saint-brieuc and Nantes

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

Brest 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 Brest and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Téléphérique De Brest will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 935 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 Brest. An excellent example is the popular Le Coup de Fourchette. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is BEAJ KAFE. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 610 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 La Maison de l'Océan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,864 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Le Tour du Monde is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 4,693 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 Brest we recommend is Les Quatre Vents, 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 2,109 customers.

Cocorico is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 807 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.6 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 Brest and end your day in the city of Saint-brieuc, 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 Brest is the amazing Le Phare du Petit Minou. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,754 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Oceanopolis. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 16,827 travelers, a visit to this well-known aquarium and sightseeing spot in Brest is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

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 Saint-brieuc. Saint-brieuc 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 Saint-brieuc that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Saint-brieuc is Restaurant de La Croix Blanche. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 572 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Saint-brieuc, Donkey's Coffee Shop 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 589 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Quai Gourmand. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Saint-brieuc enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 1,724 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Saint-brieuc’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Brasserie Brei’Z. Rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,517 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Le Kalbar. This popular bar in Saint-brieuc has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 167 bar-goers.

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 Nantes and end your day in the city of Rennes.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Nantes 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 Nantes, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Île de Versailles (Nantes). The fantastic Île de Versailles (Nantes) is a popular river island and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,112 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Botanical Garden, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 14,694 travelers.

The top-rated Le Lieu Unique is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from over 5,945 travelers.

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

Make Parc des Gayeulles your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,176 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Rennes is the outstanding parc du Thabor. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,132 visitors, this remarkable urban park and attraction deserves a spot on your France travel bucket list.

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 Nantes. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Nantes, 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 Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, one of the best restaurants in Nantes. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 730 customers.

Pickles is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Pickles is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at La Cantine Du Curé, another well-loved restaurant in Nantes. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 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 Nantes, Gigg's Irish Pub. 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 1,840 bar goers.

Délirium Café is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Nantes, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,288 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by The Coffee House, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Nantes and the enchanting Vannes, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Nantes and end the day in Vannes, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 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 Nantes is the magnificent Château des ducs de Bretagne. Each year, this popular place of interest welcomes over 167,867 travelers from across the world. Around 18,724 visitors have rated this excellent museum and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Machines of the Isle of Nantes on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known art project that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 33,332 travelers.

The remarkable parc de Procé 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 4,256 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Nantes, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Vannes.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Remparts de Vannes. This popular site is a valued must-see tourist destination in Vannes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,952 visitors.

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.

Brest 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 Brest offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

Le Crabe Marteau is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,406 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Brest is Le RemorKeur, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,274 customers.

Big Fernand offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Brest. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,038 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 Brest’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

The Dubliners is an excellent example of a great bar in Brest offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Les Tontons Zingueurs, another of locals’ go-to bars in Brest. Les Tontons Zingueurs is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 721 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

The Cottage is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Brest. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 610 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Brest.

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 Brest is the remarkable Pont de Recouvrance. This vertical-lift bridge and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 992 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Brest, consider a top-rated restaurant like MO CAFE Brest - Monument Café. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,186 customers.

Restaurant Les Ptites Recettes 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from 891 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Thai Phuket. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,062 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Brest.

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