Cheap 7-Day France Road Trip from Grenoble to Lyon and Nimes

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 Fort de La Bastille. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 7,303 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Grenoble Archaeological Museum. This spectacular archaeological museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 952 reviews. Attracting more than 34,912 travelers annually, the beloved Grenoble Archaeological Museum is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Grenoble.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Musée de Grenoble during a vacation in Grenoble. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Musée de Grenoble has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,100 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Jardin des Dauphins. This popular place of interest in Grenoble is a valued park that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 3,062 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.

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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!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 12,314 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible parc de la Tête d'Or.

This minor basilica has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,765 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Lyon Cathedral. This attraction, an amazing catholic cathedral, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Place Bellecour. This square is a popular attraction rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors from all over the globe.

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 Lyon. Lyon 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 Lyon that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lyon is Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lyon, L'Institut Restaurant 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 853 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Flair Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lyon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 726 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lyon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit L Bar food & drink. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Phantom of the Opera. This popular bar in Lyon has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 514 bar-goers.

You can also go to Black Forest Society as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Black Forest Society is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 500 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Nimes for 2 nights. 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 Cabrières-d'Avignon, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Palais des Papes. The fantastic Palais des Papes is a popular palace and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,931 travelers and draws around 616,210 visitors every year.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon), a well-known top-tier point of interest in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.2 out of a 5 star-rating from 17,658 travelers.

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

Make Pont du Gard your first stop. This popular arch bridge among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 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.

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 Nimes. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Nimes, 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 L'Instant T, one of the best restaurants in Nimes. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

Gard O Wine is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Gard O Wine is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Livestation DIY - Nîmes, another well-loved restaurant in Nimes. Rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 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 Nimes, O’Flaherty’s. 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 1,377 bar goers.

Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Nimes, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 993 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by La bonne mousse, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in France.

Today’s adventure starts in Arles.

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When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Nimes.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Les Caves de Bernis. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Nimes, L'Instant T. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

Le Prolé is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Nimes. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 576 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Barberousse Nîmes. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Nimes. Barberousse Nîmes has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in France! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Nimes!

On day 6 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 Arles 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 Arles is the amazing Jardin d'été. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,025 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Roman Theatre of Arles. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,900 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Arles is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Arles is the outstanding Arles Amphitheatre. This roman amphitheatre has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,060 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Château des Baux-de-Provence. This attraction, an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Carrières des Lumières. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors from all over the globe.

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 7 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!