Cheap 6-Day France Road Trip from Grenoble to Marseille and Avignon

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Grenoble, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Grenoble and begin your adventure in France.

Grenoble 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 Grenoble and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Parc Paul Mistral will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 4,848 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 Grenoble. An excellent example is the popular Restaurant La Petite Idée. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 804 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is La Ferme à Dédé. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,169 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 Cuisine des Tontons. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 785 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

L'Ardoise is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,127 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Grenoble we recommend is Bar Au RENCARD, 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 555 customers.

Le Cartel Bar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 277 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.7 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 Grenoble than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Grenoble 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 2 nights left in Grenoble.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Museum of the French Revolution - Domaine de Vizille. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 5,504 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Fort de La Bastille. This spectacular park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 7,303 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Jardin des Dauphins during a vacation in Grenoble. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Jardin des Dauphins has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,062 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Parc de Fiancey. This popular place of interest in Grenoble is a valued park that has a rating of 4.4 out of a 5-star rating from 1,288 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Grenoble when you include the fantastic The Chartreuse Mountains to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,210 travelers.

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

Cedar Restaurant 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 840 customers.

Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Grenoble. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at OWASABI, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 708 reviews.

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

Pub des copains is a fantastic bar many locals in Grenoble recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 177 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at DAISY bar&coffee, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 100 customers.

Les copains d'abord is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Grenoble. Customers have rated the exciting Les copains d'abord an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,098 reviews.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Cabrières-d'Avignon and the enchanting Marseille, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Cabrières-d'Avignon and end the day in Marseille, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 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 Cabrières-d'Avignon is the magnificent Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). Around 17,658 visitors have rated this excellent must-see tourist destination and travel destination an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Palais des Papes on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 36,931 travelers. Given this incredible site's popularity, it’s easy to understand why more than 616,210 people visit it every year.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Cabrières-d'Avignon, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Marseille.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This popular site is a valued museum in Marseille and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

Another must-visit in Marseille is the spectacular Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This outstanding church building and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 36,436 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.

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

Twist Avenue is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 618 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Marseille is AM par Alexandre Mazzia, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Le Bouchon Provençal offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Marseille. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,207 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 Marseille’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Carry Nation is an excellent example of a great bar in Marseille offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at O'Malley, another of locals’ go-to bars in Marseille. O'Malley is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,796 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

La Caravelle is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Marseille. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,587 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!

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 Marseille and end your day in the city of Arles.

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 Marseille, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Marseille Cathedral. The fantastic Marseille Cathedral is a popular catholic cathedral and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,714 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Calanques National Park, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 19,632 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 Marseille, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Arles.

Make Château des Baux-de-Provence your first stop. This popular must-see tourist destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Arles is the outstanding Carrières des Lumières. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors, this remarkable best-rated sightseeing destination 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!

On day 5 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 Nimes and end your day in the city of Grenoble, 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 Nimes is the amazing Pont du Gard Museum. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,292 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Pont du Gard. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 travelers, a visit to this well-known arch bridge and sightseeing spot in Nimes is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Nimes is the outstanding Jardin de La Fontaine. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Espeisses Woods. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,395 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 Grenoble. Grenoble 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 Grenoble that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Grenoble is Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 676 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Grenoble, Ciao a Te 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 585 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant Katmandou - Les Saveurs de l'Himalaya. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Grenoble enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 489 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Grenoble’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Loco Mosquito. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 621 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 6 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Grenoble.

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.

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