4-Day France road trip Starting from Nantes to Tours

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Nantes. You’ll stay in Nantes for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Nantes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Miroir d'eau. This attraction is a reflecting pool and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 866 visitors.

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. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes, Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Pickles. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

Locals recommend La Cantine Du Curé as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 customers.

Nantes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nantes is Gigg's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nantes is Délirium Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Coffee House. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in France!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Nantes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Tours. You’ll stay in Tours for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nantes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Nantes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Île de Versailles (Nantes). This much-appreciated river island and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,112 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Botanical Garden. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,694 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Le Lieu Unique to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Le Lieu Unique is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,945 visitors.

The lovely Machines of the Isle of Nantes is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 33,332 visitors have left this art project average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular parc de Procé. This attraction is an urban park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,256 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nantes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Tours. Tours offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Le Comptoir de Mamie Bigoude Tours Centre. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,883 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Les Canailles is another top restaurant in Tours we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Boll N Roll is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Tours, the fantastic Buffalo Grill Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,396 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Pale. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Hotel & Spa Oceania L'univers Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Tours and embark on a scenic drive to Nantes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Tours and Amboise before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Tours. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château de Chenonceau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Chenonceaux and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Amboise has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château d'Amboise. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,016 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château du Clos Lucé. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 19,292 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Château Gaillard. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,622 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Amboise, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Nantes. When you arrive in Nantes you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Cambronne Bistrot Chic. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,595 customers.

Locals also recommend LA LOCO, another of the best restaurants in Nantes. LA LOCO is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,403 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Fou du Roi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Bateau-Lavoir to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nantes, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Café Sur Cour. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Café Sur Cour has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Fleming's Irish Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 4 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Nantes before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Éloge du Pas de Côté is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nantes. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 157 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Nantes and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in France.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Nantes at Inde et Vous before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 873 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Bodega for your last chance at a meal in the city of Nantes. The La Bodega restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 925 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le 1. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 879 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Nantes. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in France!