Luxury 7-Day Relaxed France Road Trip Vacation from Lille to Paris

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through France begins when you reach Lille, where you’ll stay for a total of 2 nights.

Lille is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent John Doe Escape Game. Around 1,533 visitors have rated this fascinating top-tier point of interest and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Lille offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Restaurant Sébastopol. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 541 customers.

Le Broc serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Lille has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,679 reviews.

Bloempot is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,176 customers, Bloempot is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Lille looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Dernier Bar avant la Fin du Monde - Lille, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,501 reviews.

La Capsule Lille offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Lille. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,005 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Quai Des Bananas. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,367 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in France! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in France!

Day 2 of your easy and relaxed road trip through France gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Lille. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Paris, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 4 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Jardin Vauban is waiting for you. This park has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,615 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Parc Jean-Baptiste Lebas. This unique park is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,191 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Gare Saint Sauveur. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,038 visitors, this top-tier point of interest is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Parc du Héron. This popular park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,412 people.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Lille has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Paris. In Paris, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in France.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Restaurant Guy Savoy.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Le Bistrot Du Perigord as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 512 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Le Calbar. Le Calbar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Little Red Door. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through France!

Today is also another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in France.

There’s still a lot of things to see and experience in France.

Your relaxed road trip across France continues as you discover more popular sites and explore to your heart’s content.

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When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you can drive back to your accommodation in the city of Paris to rest and refresh yourself after your long adventure.

After relaxing at your hotel, you might want to grab a bite at one of the best restaurants in the city, like the Jules Verne. This restaurant is a favorite among locals and is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

We also recommend that you try the different dishes served at Le Petit Châtelet. This restaurant has many positive reviews which earned it an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,057 food lovers worldwide.

Another top-rated restaurant in the city of Paris is Les Fous de l'Île. Praised by local and foreign customers for its delicious food, this restaurant is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,046 customer reviews.

After your meal, it’s time to loosen up and experience the nightlife in Paris. Unwind at the amazing The Bombardier and get a few glasses of their bestselling liquor. The Bombardier is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

Hop on to another top-rated bar in the city and have an amazing night. Visit the Experimental Cocktail Club bar and try its wide selection of beverages and liquor. This bar is a favorite among locals and has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,338 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in France with this fun but relaxed road trip escapade!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Paris, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Paris will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating opera house, the stunning Palais Garnier. Around 34,053 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular place de la Concorde, a popular square and another top-rated attraction in Paris.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Tuileries Garden. This local attraction is an amazing garden that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Musée d'Orsay will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in France more memorable. This remarkable art museum and travel destination inspires over 3,651,616 curious travelers each year. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through France is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

If you’re feeling a little eager to wander around the city a bit more, we recommend you visit the fantastic Louvre Museum. Louvre Museum is a well-loved art museum by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Each year, around 2,825,000 people travel to Paris to experience this unforgettable attraction.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Paris. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Paris and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Paris that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Paris to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Paris for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Paris.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 935 customers, the dining experience Restaurant Île de la Réunion offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

L'Imprévu Café is another pleasant place to eat in Paris. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At The Highlander, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Paris is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Velvet Bar Paris, another well-known bar in Paris. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,018 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Café de Paris V. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers, Café de Paris V is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Paris.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Paris, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Paris will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating church building, the stunning Sacré-Cœur. This top sight attracts more than 11,000,000 people each year. Around 118,527 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular La Villette, a popular commune of france and another top-rated attraction in Paris.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Jardin des plantes. This local attraction is an amazing botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Panthéon will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in France more memorable. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through France is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

If you’re feeling a little eager to wander around the city a bit more, we recommend you visit the fantastic Jardin du Luxembourg. Jardin du Luxembourg is a well-loved urban park by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Paris. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Paris and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Paris that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Paris to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Paris for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Paris.

With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 628 customers, the dining experience Le Restaurant Vingt Spts offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

Joséphine Chez Dumonet is another pleasant place to eat in Paris. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Les Fous de l'Île, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Paris is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at L'Imprévu Café, another well-known bar in Paris. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 846 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Le Requin Chagrin. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 customers, Le Requin Chagrin is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Paris.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

Day 6 of your easy and relaxed road trip through France gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Paris. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Lille, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Notre-Dame de Paris is waiting for you. This catholic cathedral has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. It’s estimated that around 12,000,000 people visit this attraction every year.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Pont Alexandre III. This unique deck arch bridge is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Champ de Mars. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors, this urban park is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Eiffel Tower. This popular lattice tower and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 people. Eiffel Tower hosts around 6,207,303 visitors annually.

If you’re keen to continue your discovery, make your way to Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a valued triumphal arch in the area that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors. Approximately 2,743,823 travelers come here every year to see it with their own eyes.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Paris has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Lille. In Lille, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in France.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,269 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing La Petite Cour.

Locals also recommend PANCOOK Lille as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at PANCOOK Lille as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 999 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Chez Max Bistrot Lillois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 714 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Le Windsor. Le Windsor is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 892 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Au Boudin Bar. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 819 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Kolor Bar. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Kolor Bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 694 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through France!

Day 7 of your relaxed road trip in France is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Lille.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Lille once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in France on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Column of the Goddess is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Lille. This top sight is a popular victory column, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 890 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 7 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Lille or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Melting-Pot. Dining at Melting-Pot is one of the best food experiences you can have in Lille. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

Another top recommendation in Lille is La Fleur de Lille. If you go to La Fleur de Lille, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 617 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like Le Compostelle. If you haven’t yet, a trip to Le Compostelle is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Lille and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 7-day relaxed road trip in France is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.