5-Day France road trip from Rennes to Chartres and Caen

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

Rennes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc des Tanneurs. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 231 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 Rennes, La Saint-Georges. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes is La Fontaine aux Perles. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 709 customers.

Locals recommend Café Joyeux Rennes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 583 customers.

Rennes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rennes is Fox and Friends Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rennes is O'Connell's Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,586 customers.

Locals also enjoy Penny Lane. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,548 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 Rennes and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Chartres. You will stay in Chartres for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Rennes is the amazing Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes. As such, over 55,897 people visit Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes yearly. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,829 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, BRAIN. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,039 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Rennes is the outstanding parc du Thabor. This popular urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,132 visitors. Approximately 55,897 travelers come to Rennes every year to see the stunning Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes with their own eyes.

The spectacular Parc des Gayeulles is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,176 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parc Hamelin Oberthür. This attraction is a popular urban park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,122 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Rennes 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 Chartres, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'odyssée, one of the best restaurants in the city of Chartres. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,531 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 Chartres and embark on a scenic drive to Caen, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Chartres 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 Chartres. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Gardens of Versailles. This attraction is a french formal garden that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,133 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Palace of Versailles. This attraction, a beloved château, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 119,665 visitors. Palace of Versailles welcomes around 4,741,758 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Chartres is the stunning Grand Trianon. This maison de plaisance and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,511 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Sans Gêne. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,075 customers.

Locals also recommend Stéphane Carbone Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Caen. Stéphane Carbone Restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Villa Eugène to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Caen, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Vertigo 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 715 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Caen. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rennes. You’ll stay in Rennes for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Caen’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Caen, start your day with a visit to the amazing Caen Castle. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating The "Big Bunker". This defence work and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,021 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mémorial de Caen to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Mémorial de Caen is a peace museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,288 visitors. Every year, around 349,455 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Caen Botanical Garden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,184 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 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 Colline aux Oiseaux. This attraction is a green space rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,950 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Caen has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rennes. Rennes 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 Roadside | Burger Restaurant Rennes. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 2,342 reviews.

The remarkable Ouzh-Taol is another top restaurant in Rennes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 905 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Les Fils à Maman is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rennes, the fantastic L'Ambassade de Rennes. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful L'Annexe. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 750 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bar À Cocktails Le Irish Pub Shamrock. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 748 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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

Park Bréquigny is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Rennes. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,130 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Rennes at Black And White Burger Rennes before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Fuji Restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Rennes. The Fuji Restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 905 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try V and B Rennes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 871 customers.

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