6-Day France road trip from Bordeaux to Perigueux and Toulouse

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

Bordeaux has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Monument aux Girondins. This attraction is a column and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 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 Bordeaux, Le Comptoir Des Chats (enfants à partir de 10 ans). The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,090 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is suzzi. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Locals recommend Symbiose as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

Bordeaux also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux is The Connemara. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux is Molly Malone's. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

Locals also enjoy Le Bar à Vin. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-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 Bordeaux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Perigueux. You will stay in Perigueux for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bordeaux is the amazing Bordeaux Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, place de la Bourse. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bordeaux is the outstanding miroir d'eau. This popular reflecting pool and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

The spectacular parc bordelais is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating urban park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,855 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic La Cité du Vin. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,487 visitors.

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

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 Périgueux and embark on a scenic drive to Toulouse, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Périgueux and La Roque-Gageac 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 Périgueux. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château de Beynac. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 14,517 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Beynac-et-Cazenac 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 La Roque-Gageac has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable The Marqueyssac gardens. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,131 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in La Roque-Gageac, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Toulouse. When you arrive in Toulouse 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 Au Pois Gourmand restaurant gastronomique. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,068 customers.

Locals also recommend Oh la vache!, another of the best restaurants in Toulouse. Oh la vache! is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,333 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Bapz. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,239 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Toulouse, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Black Lion. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Black Lion has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

La Gourmandine - Côté Marché - Toulouse 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 1,396 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!

On day 4 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience two destinations, Carcassonne and Blagnac. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Toulouse, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the town of Carcassonne is Cité de Carcassonne. This amazing attraction is a fortress and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 visitors.

Château Comtal is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Carcassonne. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Château Comtal has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

This day is also your chance to visit Musée Aeroscopia in the town of Blagnac. Musée Aeroscopia is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,683 visitors.

You can also make your new day in France more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of France’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Toulouse.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,095 customers.

CERISE - Le Café is one of the top restaurants in the city of Toulouse. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse is Allegory Coffee Bar. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 705 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Toulouse, The George and Dragon. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Toulouse, we recommend the cocktails at The London Town. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Toulouse is Melting Pot Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,364 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Toulouse!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Toulouse. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bordeaux. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Toulouse’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Toulouse, start your day with a visit to the amazing Square Charles de Gaulle. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,579 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Couvent des Jacobins. This church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,770 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pont-Neuf to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Pont-Neuf is a deck arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 visitors.

The lovely Jardin des Plantes is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,847 visitors have left this park 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 Grand Rond. This attraction is an urban park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,069 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Toulouse has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bordeaux. Bordeaux 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'Oiseau Bleu. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 577 reviews.

The remarkable Chai Les Copains is another top restaurant in Bordeaux we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous L'Autre Petit Bois is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,474 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bordeaux, the fantastic Café Brun. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,749 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Restaurant Le Plana. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Houses Of Parliament. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 6 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bordeaux 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.

Jardin public is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bordeaux. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bordeaux at Books & Coffee before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,243 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Melodie for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bordeaux. The Restaurant Melodie restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Confidentiel. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

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