Cheap 5-Day France Road Trip from Limoges to Bordeaux and Carcassonne

You'll pick up your rental car in Limoges and begin your adventure in France.

Limoges 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 Limoges and get this road trip adventure rolling.

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 Limoges. An excellent example is the popular Brasserie Michard. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Le Sikaru Beer and Bar.

L'Irlandais is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,536 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 Limoges we recommend is O'BRIEN TAVERN Irish Pub Limoges, 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 715 customers.

L'Atelier - Limoges is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 521 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 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 Artigues-près-Bordeaux and end your day in the city of Bordeaux, 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 Artigues-près-Bordeaux is the amazing Jardin botanique de l'Evêché. This travel destination is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,815 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Park Zoo Reynou. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,827 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Artigues-près-Bordeaux is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Artigues-près-Bordeaux is the outstanding Limoges Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,596 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bordeaux. Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bordeaux is suzzi. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bordeaux, L'Oiseau Bleu 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 577 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Chai Les Copains. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bordeaux enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 501 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bordeaux’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Symbiose. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Connemara. This popular bar in Bordeaux has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,896 bar-goers.

You can also go to Molly Malone's as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Molly Malone's is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,951 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

On day 3 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 Bordeaux and end your day in the city of Carcassonne, 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 Bordeaux is the amazing jardin public. This travel destination is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible La Cité du Vin. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Bordeaux is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Bordeaux is the outstanding place de la Bourse. This square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 16,251 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular miroir d'eau. This attraction, an amazing reflecting pool, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 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 Carcassonne. Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Carcassonne’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!

Day 4 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 Carcassonne and end your day in the city of Gourdon.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Limoges 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 Carcassonne, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Château Comtal. The fantastic Château Comtal is a popular castle and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Cité de Carcassonne, a well-known fortress in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 76,968 travelers.

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

Make Padirac Cave your first stop. This popular pit cave among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,172 visitors.

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 Limoges. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Limoges, 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 Kope Un2, one of the best restaurants in Limoges. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 181 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Limoges, Brasserie Michard. 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 227 bar goers.

Le Sikaru Beer and Bar is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Limoges, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 492 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Barberousse Limoges, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 458 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 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Limoges.

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 Limoges is the remarkable Jardin botanique de l'Evêché. This botanical garden and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,815 visitors.

If you'd rather see something else in this cheap holiday destination, the spectacular Park Zoo Reynou is a great alternative. Based on its 4.2 out of 5 stars from more than 2,827 reviews, this park and travel destination is a worthwhile visit in Limoges.

To soak in the last of Limoges, drop by the spectacular Limoges Cathedral. This outstanding attraction is a well-loved catholic cathedral in the city that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,596 visitors.

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