Cheap 9-Day France Road Trip from Marseille to Montpellier, Toulouse, and Nimes

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Marseille, where you'll stay for 4 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Marseille and begin your adventure in France.

Marseille 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 Marseille and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Friche la Belle de Mai will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating bar that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,400 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 Marseille. An excellent example is the popular Twist Avenue. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is AM par Alexandre Mazzia. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 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 Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,207 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Carry Nation is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 834 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 Marseille we recommend is O'Malley, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

La Caravelle is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,587 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 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 3 nights 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 Marseille Cathedral during a vacation in Marseille. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Marseille Cathedral has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 12,714 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Les Petits Trains de Marseille. This popular place of interest in Marseille is a valued must-see tourist destination that has a rating of 4.3 out of a 5-star rating from 9,053 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Marseille when you include the fantastic Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating museum with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,446 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 3 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 2 nights left in Marseille.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This incredible attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 36,436 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Centre Commercial Centre Bourse. This spectacular shopping mall and tourist destination has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars in 16,249 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Calanque de Port-Miou during a vacation in Marseille. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Calanque de Port-Miou has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,728 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding La Grande Plage. This popular place of interest in Marseille is a valued best-rated sightseeing destination that has a rating of 4.2 out of a 5-star rating from 7,446 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Marseille when you include the fantastic Parc du Mugel to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,634 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.

O'Bidul is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 461 customers.

Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille 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 4.8 out of 5 stars by 184 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Le Panier Marseillais, 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 3,790 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.

The Champ De Mars 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at L'unic Bar, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 341 customers.

Beer District Marseille is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Marseille. Customers have rated the exciting Beer District Marseille an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 224 reviews.

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

On day 4 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 Montpellier, 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 Alpilles Natural Regional Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,184 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Site Archéologique de Glanum. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,247 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Arles is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Arles is the outstanding Carrières des Lumières. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 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 Arles Amphitheatre. This roman amphitheatre is a popular attraction rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 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 Montpellier. Montpellier 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 Montpellier that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Montpellier is Coldrip food and coffee. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 644 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Montpellier, Empanadas Club 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 1,371 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Petit Jardin. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Montpellier enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,148 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Montpellier’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Shakespeare. This popular bar in Montpellier has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 903 bar-goers.

You can also go to Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 659 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience 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 Montpellier and end your day in the city of Toulouse, 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 Montpellier is the amazing Arc de Triomphe. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,323 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible promenade of Peyrou. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,308 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Montpellier is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Montpellier is the outstanding Jardin des plantes de Montpellier. This botanical garden has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,446 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This attraction, an amazing square, has been rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Comedy Square. This square is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 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 Toulouse. Toulouse 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 Toulouse that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Toulouse is La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,095 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Toulouse, Grain De Folie 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 623 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Toulouse enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 517 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Toulouse’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The George and Dragon. This popular bar in Toulouse has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,383 bar-goers.

You can also go to The London Town as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The London Town is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,388 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!

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 Toulouse and end your day in the city of Carcassonne.

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 Toulouse, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Square Charles de Gaulle. The fantastic Square Charles de Gaulle is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,579 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Basilica of St. Sernin, a well-known minor basilica in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 11,287 travelers.

The top-rated Jardin des Plantes is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular park and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 9,847 travelers.

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

Make Château Comtal your first stop. This popular castle among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Carcassonne is the outstanding Cité de Carcassonne. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors, this remarkable fortress 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!

Day 7 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Nimes than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Nimes 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 Nimes.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Pont du Gard. This incredible attraction is an arch bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 29,439 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Pont du Gard Museum. This spectacular museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,292 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Haribo Candy Museum during a vacation in Nimes. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Haribo Candy Museum has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars in 17,011 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Jardin de La Fontaine. This popular place of interest in Nimes is a valued park that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 15,878 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Nimes when you include the fantastic Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating top-tier point of interest with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,652 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 Nimes, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Nimes 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.

Les Caves de Bernis 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 101 customers.

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

L'Instant T is a fantastic bar many locals in Nimes 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 752 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Le Prolé, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 576 customers.

Barberousse Nîmes is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Nimes. Customers have rated the exciting Barberousse Nîmes an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 425 reviews.

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

Day 8 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Cabrières-d'Avignon and the enchanting Aix-en-Provence, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Cabrières-d'Avignon and end the day in Aix-en-Provence, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 8 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 top-tier point of interest 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.

The remarkable Jardin des doms is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing urban park, is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 travelers.

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 Aix-en-Provence.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Fontaine de la Rotonde. This popular site is a valued fountain in Aix-en-Provence and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,851 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.

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.

La Cantine de Nour d'Égypte is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,125 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Marseille is Chez Marinette, 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 423 customers.

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.

Le Bar de la Plaine is an excellent example of a great bar in Marseille offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 248 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at CopperBay Marseille, another of locals’ go-to bars in Marseille. CopperBay Marseille is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 171 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Little Temple Bar 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 204 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 9 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Marseille.

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 Marseille is the remarkable Palais Longchamp. This water tower and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,768 visitors.

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