Cheap 7-Day France Road Trip from Montpellier to Marseille and Nimes

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

Montpellier 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 Montpellier and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Arc de Triomphe will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,323 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 Montpellier. An excellent example is the popular Coldrip food and coffee. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Empanadas Club. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 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 Le Petit Jardin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,148 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,623 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 Montpellier we recommend is The Shakespeare, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 659 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 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 Montpellier than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Montpellier 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 Montpellier.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Jardin des plantes de Montpellier. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 6,446 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Comedy Square. This spectacular square and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 11,883 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous esplanade Charles de Gaulle during a vacation in Montpellier. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing esplanade Charles de Gaulle has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 8,915 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Sunset Beach. This popular place of interest in Montpellier is a valued must-see tourist destination that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 5,416 visitors.

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

Burger et Ratatouille 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 597 customers.

Umami - La cinquième saveur is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Montpellier. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 412 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at La Diligence, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 527 reviews.

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

Espit Chupitos Montpellier is a fantastic bar many locals in Montpellier recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Le Rebuffy, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 563 customers.

Broc Café Montpellier is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Montpellier. Customers have rated the exciting Broc Café Montpellier an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,165 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. You’ll start your day in Arles and end your day in the city of Marseille, where you'll stay for 2 nights. 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 Musée départemental de l'Arles antique. This travel destination is an archaeological museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,817 visitors. Up to 70,230 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Musée départemental de l'Arles antique with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Arles Amphitheatre. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 travelers, a visit to this well-known roman amphitheatre and sightseeing spot in Arles is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Arles is the outstanding Château des Baux-de-Provence. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,346 visitors. In a single year, approximately 70,230 travelers include the unforgettable Château des Baux-de-Provence in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Carrières des Lumières. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Alpilles Natural Regional Park. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,184 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 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 Le Bouchon Provençal. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Marseille enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,207 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 O'Malley. This popular bar in Marseille has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,796 bar-goers.

You can also go to La Caravelle as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La Caravelle is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,587 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!

Day 4 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Marseille than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Marseille 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 1 night left in Marseille.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Calanques National Park. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 19,632 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Parc Borély. This spectacular park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 11,618 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) during a vacation in Marseille. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 36,436 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Centre Commercial Centre Bourse. This popular place of interest in Marseille is a valued shopping mall that has a rating of 3.9 out of a 5-star rating from 16,249 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Marseille when you include the fantastic Palais Longchamp to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating water tower with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,768 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 Marseille, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Marseille 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.

La cigale vieux port is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 918 customers.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Marseille. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Trattoria Marco, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 725 reviews.

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

Bar Bu is a fantastic bar many locals in Marseille recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Bar Marengo, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 539 customers.

La dame du mont is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Marseille. Customers have rated the exciting La dame du mont an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 273 reviews.

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

Day 5 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Marseille and the enchanting Vaucluse, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Marseille and end the day in Vaucluse, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 5 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 Marseille is the magnificent Les Petits Trains de Marseille. Around 9,053 visitors have rated this excellent must-see tourist destination and travel destination an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 19,446 travelers.

The remarkable Marseille Cathedral is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing catholic cathedral, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Palais des Papes. This popular site is a valued palace in Vaucluse and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors.

Another must-visit in Vaucluse is the spectacular Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This outstanding top-tier point of interest and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from more than 17,658 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.

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

L'Instant T 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 752 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Nimes is Gard O Wine, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

Livestation DIY - Nîmes offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Nimes. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 139 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 Nimes’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

O’Flaherty’s is an excellent example of a great bar in Nimes offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes, another of locals’ go-to bars in Nimes. Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 993 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

La bonne mousse is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Nimes. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 428 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 6 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 Nimes and end your day in the city of Alès.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Montpellier 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 Nimes, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine. The fantastic Jardin de La Fontaine is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Pont du Gard, a well-known arch bridge in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 29,439 travelers.

The top-rated Haribo Candy Museum is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular museum and destination has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from over 17,011 travelers.

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

Make The Bamboo Cevennes your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,234 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Alès is the outstanding Parc des Cordeliers. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,556 visitors, this remarkable 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 Montpellier. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Montpellier, 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 La Bistrote, one of the best restaurants in Montpellier. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 429 customers.

Pastis Restaurant is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Pastis Restaurant is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 350 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Restaurant Leclere, another well-loved restaurant in Montpellier. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 303 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 Montpellier, Le Tord Boyaux. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 bar goers.

Black Out is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Montpellier, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 495 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Le 1789 Restaurant - Bar, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 432 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 7 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Montpellier.

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 Montpellier is the remarkable Aqueduc Saint-Clément. This aqueduct and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,224 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Montpellier, consider a top-rated restaurant like Balthazar café & restaurant. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 283 customers.

Anga 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 4.8 out of 5 stars from 228 customers.

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