Cheap 5-Day France Road Trip Vacation from Nice to Marseille and Avignon

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

Nice 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 Nice and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Albert I Garden will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating urban park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,739 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 Nice. An excellent example is the popular Chez Acchiardo. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,467 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Les Sens. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 920 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 Shounga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,693 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Wayne's Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,557 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 Nice we recommend is Les Distilleries Idéales, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers.

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 Nice and end your day in the city of Marseille, 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 Nice is the amazing Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice. This travel destination is a church that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,225 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Marc Chagall National Museum. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,227 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Nice is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Nice is the outstanding Castle Hill. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,646 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 Marseille. Marseille 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 Marseille that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Marseille is Twist Avenue. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 618 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Marseille, AM par Alexandre Mazzia 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 614 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is O'Malley. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Marseille enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,796 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Marseille’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Carry Nation. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is La Caravelle. This popular bar in Marseille has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,587 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 Nice and end your day in the city of Nimes.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Avignon 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 Nice, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. The fantastic Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,446 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille), a well-known church building in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 36,436 travelers.

The top-rated Palais Longchamp is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular water tower and destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 12,768 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Nice, 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 Pont du Gard. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors, this remarkable arch bridge 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 Avignon. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Avignon, 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 Avenio, one of the best restaurants in Avignon. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 655 customers.

Restaurant EAT is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Restaurant EAT is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 515 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Le Vintage, another well-loved restaurant in Avignon. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,980 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 Avignon, O'Collins'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 1,425 bar goers.

L'Explo is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Avignon, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 823 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Restaurant Bar à Vin Le 46, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 637 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 Nice and the enchanting Monaco, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Nice and end the day in Monaco, 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 Nice is the magnificent Palais des Papes. Each year, this popular place of interest welcomes over 616,210 travelers from across the world. Around 36,931 visitors have rated this excellent palace and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Prince's Palace of Monaco. This popular site is a valued palace in Monaco and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,604 visitors.

Another must-visit in Monaco is the spectacular Monte Carlo Casino. This outstanding architectural structure and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 27,883 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.

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

Peixes 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 1,157 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Nice is Le Frog, 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 1,109 customers.

L'antica offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Nice. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 863 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 Nice’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Riviera & Tours is an excellent example of a great bar in Nice offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Le Shapko, another of locals’ go-to bars in Nice. Le Shapko is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,073 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Le Vingt4 is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Nice. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 453 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 Nice.

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 Nice is the remarkable Promenade du Paillon. This greenway and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,770 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Nice, consider a top-rated restaurant like Comptoir du Marché. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

La Langouste 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 606 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Le Cèdre. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 454 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Nice.

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