Cheap 9-Day France Road Trip from Perpignan to Marseille, Avignon, and Nimes

You'll pick up your rental car in Perpignan and begin your adventure in France.

Perpignan 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 Perpignan and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Sports Park will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,992 visitors.

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 Perpignan. An excellent example is the popular O Shannon. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

O'Flaherty's is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,082 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Perpignan we recommend is Arena Bar, 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 361 customers.

Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 258 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!

Today's agenda is to explore Perpignan 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 Perpignan.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Salses Fortress. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 5,683 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Perpignan Cathedral. This spectacular catholic cathedral and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,336 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Palace of the Kings of Majorca during a vacation in Perpignan. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Palace of the Kings of Majorca has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 6,906 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Château Royal de Collioure. This popular place of interest in Perpignan is a valued castle that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 6,884 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Perpignan when you include the fantastic Fort St Elme to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating must-see tourist destination with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,600 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 Perpignan, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Perpignan 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.

Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices.

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

O Shannon is a fantastic bar many locals in Perpignan recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Black pearl 66, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 155 customers.

La Divine is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Perpignan. Customers have rated the exciting La Divine an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 141 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 Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 965 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Arles is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Arles is the outstanding Roman Theatre of Arles. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,900 visitors. In a single year, approximately 70,230 travelers include the unforgettable Roman Theatre of Arles 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 Arles Amphitheatre. This attraction, an amazing roman amphitheatre, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 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 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 Palais Longchamp during a vacation in Marseille. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Palais Longchamp has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 12,768 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This popular place of interest in Marseille is a valued museum that has a rating of 4.4 out of a 5-star rating from 19,446 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Marseille when you include the fantastic Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating church building with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 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!

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 Cabrières-d'Avignon and end your day in the city of Avignon, 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 Cabrières-d'Avignon is the amazing Roman Bridge. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,024 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Cabrières-d'Avignon is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Cabrières-d'Avignon is the outstanding Jardin des doms. This urban park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,201 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Palais des Papes. This attraction, an amazing palace, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 travelers. As one of the top sights in Cabrières-d'Avignon, there’s no wonder that the spectacular Palais des Papes attracts about 616,210 visitors annually.

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

One restaurant we recommend you try in Avignon is Avenio. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 655 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Avignon, Restaurant EAT 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 515 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Vintage. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Avignon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,980 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Avignon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit O'Collins's Irish Pub. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,425 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is L'Explo. This popular bar in Avignon has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 823 bar-goers.

You can also go to Restaurant Bar à Vin Le 46 as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Restaurant Bar à Vin Le 46 is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 637 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!

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 Largentière and end your day in the city of Nimes, 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 Largentière is the amazing Grotte de la Madeleine. This travel destination is a show cave that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,951 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Réserve Naturelle Nationale des Gorges de l'Ardèche. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,611 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Largentière is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Largentière is the outstanding Grotte Chauvet 2 - Ardèche. This art gallery has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,350 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Aven d'Orgnac. This attraction, an amazing show cave, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,830 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 Nimes. Nimes 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 Nimes that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Nimes is L'Instant T. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Nimes, Gard O Wine is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 323 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Livestation DIY - Nîmes. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Nimes enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 139 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Nimes’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit O’Flaherty’s. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This popular bar in Nimes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 993 bar-goers.

You can also go to La bonne mousse as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La bonne mousse is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 428 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience 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 best-rated sightseeing destination 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 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 Carcassonne.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Perpignan 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 Musée de la Romanité. The fantastic Musée de la Romanité is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,534 travelers and draws around 25,271 visitors every year.

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

Make Basilique Saint Nazaire your first stop. This popular church among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 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.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Château Comtal. This attraction, a stunning castle, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 travelers.

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

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Perpignan, Le Bar des Halles. 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 361 bar goers.

Jet Set Perpignan is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Perpignan, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 148 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Le Corsaire, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 118 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 9 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Perpignan.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in France.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

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