Cheap 9-Day France Road Trip from Grenoble to Beaune, Paris, Auxerre, and Lyon

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Grenoble, where you'll stay for 2 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!

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 Grenoble and end your day in the city of Beaune, 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 Grenoble is the amazing Musée de Grenoble. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,100 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 Beaune. Beaune 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 Beaune that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Beaune is Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101 customers.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Beaune enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Beaune’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Le Bout du Monde. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Barbizier. This popular bar in Beaune has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 141 bar-goers.

You can also go to Le Bistrot du Coin as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Le Bistrot du Coin is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 109 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 3 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 Paris for 3 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 Beaune, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. The fantastic Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Basilica of Our Lady, a well-known church in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.4 out of a 5 star-rating from 773 travelers.

Make Palace of Fontainebleau your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

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 Paris. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Paris, 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 Restaurant Guy Savoy, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

Le Bistrot Du Perigord is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Kitchen Galerie Bis, another well-loved restaurant in Paris. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 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 Paris, Le Calbar. 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 bar goers.

Little Red Door is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Paris, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,722 customers.

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

You still have 2 nights 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 Paris. Paris is a popular cheap holiday destination in France and the home of the wonderful Arc de Triomphe. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors. Each year, more than 2,743,823 people travel to Paris to see the stunning Arc de Triomphe with their own eyes.

Another of the best places to visit in Paris is the fascinating Jardin du Luxembourg. As one of the most popular sights in the area, this urban park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 reviews.

To make your time in Paris more memorable, visit the incredible Panthéon. This well-known mausoleum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 visitors.

The outstanding Jardin des plantes is another attraction you’ll want to include in your road trip itinerary today. This popular place of interest is a famous botanical garden in the area. More than 40,461 visitors have rated the spectacular Jardin des plantes an average of 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating.

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

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Jules Verne. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Paris. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Paris you might want to check out is Les Fous de l'Île. Les Fous de l'Île is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,046 reviews.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Paris, The Bombardier. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,775 customers.

Experimental Cocktail Club is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Paris. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Paris.

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

Day 5 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Paris than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Paris 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 Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 172,488 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Eiffel Tower. This spectacular lattice tower and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 322,389 reviews. Attracting more than 6,207,303 travelers annually, the beloved Eiffel Tower is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Paris.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Tuileries Garden during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Tuileries Garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 92,172 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Musée d'Orsay. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued art museum that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 71,115 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,651,616 come to this outstanding location to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Louvre Museum to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating art museum with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 travelers. The notable Louvre Museum hosts around 2,825,000 annually, making it one of the must-visit attractions in Paris.

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After taking in the best of Paris, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris 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.

Restaurant Île de la Réunion is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 935 customers.

L'Imprévu Café is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Paris. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

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

The Highlander is a fantastic bar many locals in Paris 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 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Velvet Bar Paris, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,018 customers.

Café de Paris V is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Paris. Customers have rated the exciting Café de Paris V an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 981 reviews.

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

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 Paris and end your day in the city of Auxerre, 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 Paris is the amazing Notre-Dame de Paris. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. Up to 12,000,000 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Notre-Dame de Paris with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible place de la Concorde. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Paris is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Paris is the outstanding Sacré-Cœur. This church building has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors. In a single year, approximately 12,000,000 travelers include the unforgettable Sacré-Cœur 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 La Villette. This attraction, an amazing commune of france, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic bois de Vincennes. This urban park is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 35,777 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 Auxerre. Auxerre 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 Auxerre that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Auxerre enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Auxerre’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France.

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

Buckle up because day 7 of your affordable vacation in France will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

Around 1,232 visitors have rated this excellent stained glass window and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Abbey of Saint-Germain d'Auxerre on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known place of worship that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 569 travelers.

The remarkable Muséum d’Histoire naturelle d’Auxerre is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing museum, is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 174 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable parc de la Tête d'Or. This popular site is a valued park in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 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.

Bouchon Tupin is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Lyon is L'Institut Restaurant, 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 853 customers.

Flair Restaurant offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Lyon. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 726 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.

L Bar food & drink is an excellent example of a great bar in Lyon offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The Phantom of the Opera, another of locals’ go-to bars in Lyon. The Phantom of the Opera is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 514 customers having rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Black Forest Society 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 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 500 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!

On day 8 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 square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Lyon Cathedral.

This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,540 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This attraction, an amazing minor basilica, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 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 Cedar Restaurant. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 840 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Grenoble, Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux 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 776 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is OWASABI. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Grenoble enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 708 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 Pub des copains. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 177 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is DAISY bar&coffee. This popular bar in Grenoble has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 100 bar-goers.

You can also go to Les copains d'abord as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Les copains d'abord is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,098 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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 9 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.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Grenoble, consider a top-rated restaurant like Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 676 customers.

Ciao a Te 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 585 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Restaurant Katmandou - Les Saveurs de l'Himalaya. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 489 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Grenoble.

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!