5-Day France road trip from Toulon to Marseille and Nimes

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

Toulon has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Stade Mayol. This attraction is a rugby union venue and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,256 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 Toulon, PETIT SUD. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,160 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon is Manofica. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

Locals recommend Crêperie du Port as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 951 customers.

Toulon also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Toulon is Street Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Toulon is TEMPLE BEER. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 345 customers.

Locals also enjoy Le Lido de Toulon. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,666 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-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 Toulon. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Toulon’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Toulon, start your day with a visit to the amazing Parc Olbius Riquier. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,789 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Mont Faron cableway. This aerial tramway and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,366 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Mont Faron cableway welcomes 95,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Park and Gardens of the Mediterranean to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Park and Gardens of the Mediterranean is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,241 visitors.

The lovely Plage de Renécros is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,158 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.4 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 Circuit Paul Ricard. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 9,286 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Toulon has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Marseille. Marseille 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 L'Épuisette. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 830 reviews.

The remarkable Twist Avenue is another top restaurant in Marseille we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous AM par Alexandre Mazzia is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Marseille, the fantastic Les 3 Frères. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,017 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bistrot l’Horloge. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is O'BRADY'S IRISH PUB. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Marseille and the city of Avignon. You’ll stay in Nimes for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Marseille today is Calanques National Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille), an outstanding church building, in the city of Marseille. Around 36,436 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Marseille is Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of France, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in France. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Palais des Papes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Avignon. This popular attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors. Approximately 616,210 people visit Avignon every year to see the fantastic Palais des Papes.

This outstanding top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes, The Bird. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Skab as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. Restaurant Skab is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Le Dé-K-Lé Bistrot Gourmand. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,576 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Nimes, O’Flaherty’s. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Le Questel is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

Day 4 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 Nimes and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Toulon. You will stay in Toulon for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Nimes is the amazing Musée de la Romanité. As such, over 25,271 people visit Musée de la Romanité yearly. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Jardin de La Fontaine. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nimes is the outstanding Haribo Candy Museum. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 visitors. Approximately 25,271 travelers come to Nimes every year to see the stunning Musée de la Romanité with their own eyes.

The spectacular Pont du Gard is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating arch bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Le Saint Gabriel, one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 724 customers.

Locals also recommend Les Têtes d'Ail as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon. Les Têtes d'Ail is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 703 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon is Ô Bistrot Des Artistes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 626 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Côté Jardin, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Toulon. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,039 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Havana Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 940 customers.

Alternatively, Old Coucou is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Toulon. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 642 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 Toulon 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.

Parc du Pré Sandin is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Toulon. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 727 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Toulon at Ma'a Tahiti before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 560 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Terre Et Mer for your last chance at a meal in the city of Toulon. The Terre Et Mer restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 625 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Les Tables de la Fontaine. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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