Cheap One-Week France Road Trip from Lyon traveling north to Dijon, Paris, and Auxerre

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

Lyon 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 Lyon and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Place Bellecour will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 20,560 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 Lyon. An excellent example is the popular Bouchon Tupin. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is L'Institut Restaurant. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 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 Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 726 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

L Bar food & drink is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,758 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Lyon we recommend is Black Forest Society, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Kaffee Berlin is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,079 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Caluire-et-Cuire, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 travelers.

Your discovery of Caluire-et-Cuire does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Caluire-et-Cuire on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, France.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in France, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie, one of the best restaurants in Lyon. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,459 reviews.

You can also check out Slake Coffee House. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,684 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Dam's Pub. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,373 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Lyon.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Lyon for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Ninkasi Sans Souci and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,985 customers.

Livestation DIY - Lyon is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,452 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Lyon.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Lyon!

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 Lyon and end your day in the city of Dijon, 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 Lyon is the amazing Lyon Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Musée Miniature et Cinéma. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,540 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Lyon is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Lyon is the outstanding Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. 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 Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière. This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,363 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 Dijon. Dijon 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 Dijon that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Dijon is La Bourgogne. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,011 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Dijon, Les BerThoM Dijon is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 827 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is King Marcel Dijon. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Dijon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 775 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Dijon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit L'Antre II Mondes. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 763 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Flannery's. This popular bar in Dijon has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,181 bar-goers.

You can also go to L'Alsacien Dijon as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular L'Alsacien Dijon is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 931 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 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 road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Paris and the enchanting Fontainebleau, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Paris and end the day in Fontainebleau, where you'll stay for 2 nights.

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 Paris is the magnificent Jardin des plantes. Around 40,461 visitors have rated this excellent botanical garden and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Jardin du Luxembourg on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known urban park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 94,043 travelers.

The remarkable Notre-Dame de Paris is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. Attracting more than 12,000,000 visitors in a single year, it's clear that the wonderful Notre-Dame de Paris is a perfect add-on to your itinerary. This attraction, an amazing catholic cathedral, is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Paris, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Fontainebleau.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Palace of Fontainebleau. This popular site is a valued château in Fontainebleau and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

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.

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

Restaurant Guy Savoy 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 1,143 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Paris is Le Bistrot Du Perigord, 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 584 customers.

Kitchen Galerie Bis offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Paris. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 512 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 Paris’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

La Coupole is an excellent example of a great bar in Paris offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Le Train Bleu, another of locals’ go-to bars in Paris. Le Train Bleu is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 6,110 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Le Fumoir is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 3,606 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 5’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Paris, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Panthéon. This attraction is a mausoleum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Louvre Museum. This popular place of interest is a stunning art museum that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 visitors. With around 2,825,000 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Louvre Museum is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Tuileries Garden. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 92,172 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Tuileries Garden is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Sacré-Cœur is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This church building and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 118,527 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 11,000,000 people.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing La Villette. More than 56,497 visitors have rated this commune of france and tourist destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Paris on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, France.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in France, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Angelina, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 13,038 reviews.

You can also check out Au Pied de Cochon. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is To Restaurant Paris. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,267 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Paris.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Paris for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Le Mesturet and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,547 customers.

Little Red Door is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit The Bombardier. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Paris.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Paris!

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 Paris and end your day in the city of Versailles.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Auxerre 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 Paris, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing place de la Concorde. The fantastic place de la Concorde is a popular square and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 54,229 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Champ de Mars, a well-known urban park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 172,488 travelers.

The top-rated Eiffel Tower is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular lattice tower and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 322,389 travelers. Welcoming about 6,207,303 travelers annually, the unforgettable Eiffel Tower is truly one for the books.

Continue your adventure-filled road trip vacation at the remarkable Arc de Triomphe. Attracting over 2,743,823 visitors a year, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights in Paris. This attraction is an outstanding triumphal arch that is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors.

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

Make Palace of Versailles your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Based on recent data, the remarkable Palace of Versailles is visited by more than 4,741,758 travelers from across the world.

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 Auxerre. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Auxerre, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals.

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

Day 7 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Auxerre and the enchanting Beaune, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Auxerre and end the day in Beaune, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 7 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 Auxerre is the magnificent Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre - Baie 129. Around 1,232 visitors have rated this excellent stained glass window and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Auxerre, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Beaune.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Park Bouzaise. This popular site is a valued park in Beaune and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,309 visitors.

Another must-visit in Beaune is the spectacular Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This outstanding museum and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 12,805 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular La Moutarderie Fallot to make your cheap holiday experience in Beaune truly special. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,107 visitors.

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.

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

Bulle - Restaurant de Fourvière - Guy Lassausaie is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,186 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Lyon is Culina Hortus, 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 781 customers.

Vieille Canaille offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Lyon. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 839 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 Lyon’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Dam's Pub is an excellent example of a great bar in Lyon offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The James Joyce Pub, another of locals’ go-to bars in Lyon. The James Joyce Pub is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,135 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

The King Arthur is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Lyon. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,312 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 8 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Lyon.

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 Lyon is the remarkable Place de la République. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 991 visitors.

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