5-Day France road trip Starting from La Rochelle to Nantes

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of La Rochelle. You’ll stay in La Rochelle for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

La Rochelle has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,404 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 La Rochelle, Christopher Coutanceau. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,006 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle is LE JARDIN DU MARCHÉ. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 978 customers.

Locals recommend Iséo as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,577 customers.

La Rochelle also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of La Rochelle is Le Bistrot de Mémé. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,522 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of La Rochelle is The Famous Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Children of Rock. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,254 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in France!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions La Rochelle has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in La Rochelle by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of La Rochelle. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of La Rochelle, like the extraordinary La Rochelle Aquarium. This attraction is an aquarium and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 6,656 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in La Rochelle.

Your discovery of La Rochelle does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in La Rochelle on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at La Boussole, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,452 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of La Rochelle is the popular Amorino Gelato - La Rochelle. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 796 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of La Rochelle is Le Café du Nord. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 722 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Café Corniche is one of the best bars in the city of La Rochelle for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

The Jolly Sailor is another of the most popular bars in the city of La Rochelle. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of La Rochelle is Mac Ewan's Pub. Mac Ewan's Pub has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of La Rochelle!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle and Sainte-Luce-sur-Loire 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 La Rochelle. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Grand Blotterau Parc. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,157 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible parc de Procé. This attraction, a beloved urban park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,256 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in La Rochelle is the stunning Île de Versailles (Nantes). This river island and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,112 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in La Rochelle. The popular Botanical Garden is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

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 Château des ducs de Bretagne. This attraction is a museum rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 18,724 reviews. Around 167,867 people come to see this attraction every year.

Wave goodbye to Nantes 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 Sainte-Luce-sur-Loire has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Grand Blotterau Parc. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,157 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Sainte-Luce-sur-Loire, 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 Bistrot Basque de Nantes. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 730 customers.

Locals also recommend Pickles, another of the best restaurants in Nantes. Pickles is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at La Cantine Du Curé. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Gigg's Irish Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nantes, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Délirium Café. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Délirium Café has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

The Coffee House is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 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 through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Nantes and the hamlet of Le Puy du Fou. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Nantes is the amazing Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This attraction is an art project and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Le Lieu Unique. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,945 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nantes is another excellent way to spend your new day in France. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to France’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of France’s scenic spots.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of La Rochelle.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Les P’tits Loups, one of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 433 customers.

Locals also recommend Palem Café as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle. Palem Café is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle is Le Chat’Ren’Thé - CatCoffee & Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.

After dinner, visit Corrigans Traditional Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of La Rochelle. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 262 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Lili la Rochelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 212 customers.

Alternatively, Le Dock Café is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of La Rochelle. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,362 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through France!

Day 5 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of La Rochelle 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.

Grosse Horloge is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in La Rochelle. This city gate and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 441 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of La Rochelle at Le Bistrot Gourmand before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,163 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Les 4 Sergents for your last chance at a meal in the city of La Rochelle. The Les 4 Sergents restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,690 customers.

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