7-Day France Road Trip around Nimes to Avignon, Lyon, Marseille, and Carcassonne

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

Nimes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 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 Nimes, Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is L'Instant T. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

Nimes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nimes is O’Flaherty’s. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nimes is La bonne mousse. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-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 Nimes and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Avignon. You will stay in Avignon 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 arch bridge, Pont du Gard. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Approximately 25,271 travelers come to Nimes every year to see the stunning Musée de la Romanité with their own eyes.

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 Avignon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Avenio, one of the best restaurants in the city of Avignon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Avignon is Le Vintage. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,980 customers.

After dinner, visit O'Collins's Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Avignon. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 823 customers.

Alternatively, Restaurant Bar à Vin Le 46 is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Avignon. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 637 customers.

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

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.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Jardin des doms. This urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nimes 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 Grotte Chauvet 2 - Ardèche in the city of Largentière for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an art gallery and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,350 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L Bar food & drink, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Locals also recommend Bouchon Tupin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. Bouchon Tupin is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is L'Institut Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

After dinner, visit The Phantom of the Opera, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Marseille for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Place Bellecour. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

Around 50,621 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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. 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 Longchamp for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Marseille. This popular attraction is a water tower and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

This outstanding church building has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 travelers.

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

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

Locals 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 O'Malley. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

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

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La Caravelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Nimes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Arles Amphitheatre. This much-appreciated roman amphitheatre and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nimes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Carcassonne. Carcassonne offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Carcassonne and embark on a scenic drive to Nimes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château Comtal. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction, a beloved fortress, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Basilica of St. Sernin. This attraction is a minor basilica that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,287 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Jardin des Plantes. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,847 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Gard O Wine. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 323 customers.

Locals also recommend Livestation DIY - Nîmes, another of the best restaurants in Nimes. Livestation DIY - Nîmes is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

After dinner, visit L'Instant T to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nimes, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Prolé. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Prolé has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

Barberousse Nîmes is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 425 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 7 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Nimes 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.

Auguste gate is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nimes. This city gate and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,056 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Nimes at Les Caves de Bernis before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

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