5-Day France Road Trip from Nice traveling west to Marseille and Avignon

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

Nice has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Albert I Garden. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,739 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 Nice, Chez Acchiardo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,467 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nice is Les Sens. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Locals recommend Peixes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers.

Nice also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nice is Wayne's Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,557 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nice is La Shounga. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,693 customers.

Locals also enjoy Les Distilleries Idéales. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers.

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

Day 2 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Nice and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Marseille. You will stay in Marseille for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Nice is the amazing Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,225 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Marc Chagall National Museum. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,227 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nice is the outstanding Castle Hill. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,646 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Nice by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Marseille, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Twist Avenue, one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Locals also recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. AM par Alexandre Mazzia is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is Le Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

After dinner, visit Carry Nation, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Malley. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Alternatively, La Caravelle is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Marseille and embark on a scenic drive to Avignon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Marseille 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 Marseille. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,446 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This attraction, a beloved church building, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Marseille is the stunning Palais Longchamp. This water tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Pont du Gard. This arch bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Avenio. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 655 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant EAT, another of the best restaurants in Avignon. Restaurant EAT is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 515 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Vintage. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,980 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit O'Collins's Irish Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Avignon, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,425 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'Explo. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. L'Explo has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 823 customers.

Restaurant Bar à Vin Le 46 is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 637 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!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Palais des Papes. This attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 616,210 people visit Palais des Papes every year.

Joining a top-rated tour in Cabrières-d'Avignon 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 could then travel to the amazing Prince's Palace of Monaco for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a palace and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,604 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Monte Carlo Casino. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,883 visitors, this architectural structure deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Frog, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,109 customers.

Locals also recommend L'antica as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. L'antica is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nice is Comptoir du Marché. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

After dinner, visit Riviera & Tours, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nice. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Shapko. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,073 customers.

Alternatively, Le Vingt4 is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nice. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 453 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 Nice 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.

Promenade du Paillon is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nice. This greenway and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,770 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Nice at La Langouste before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 606 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Cèdre for your last chance at a meal in the city of Nice. The Le Cèdre restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 454 customers.

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