7-Day France road trip from Rennes to Chartres, Paris, 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 de Beauregard. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 619 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 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 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 Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,087 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 Orangerie du Thabor. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 274 visitors.

The spectacular parc du Thabor is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating urban park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,132 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parc des Gayeulles. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,176 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 Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Chartres and Versailles 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 Palais Garnier. This attraction is an opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Sacré-Cœur. This attraction, a beloved church building, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors. Sacré-Cœur welcomes around 11,000,000 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Chartres is the stunning La Villette. This commune of france and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated botanical garden in Chartres. The popular Jardin des plantes is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

Wave goodbye to Paris 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 Versailles has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 119,665 visitors. Around 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Versailles, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Paris. When you arrive in Paris 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 Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord, another of the best restaurants in Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit La Coupole to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Train Bleu. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Train Bleu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Le Fumoir 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 3,606 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 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Paris has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Paris by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Paris. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Paris, like the extraordinary Champ de Mars. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris, which gets around 6,207,303 annual visits, is the spectacular Eiffel Tower. This attraction is a lattice tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Tuileries Garden. This garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Musée d'Orsay is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 3,651,616 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Louvre Museum. Louvre Museum is an art museum and popular attraction in Paris. More than 260,788 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 2,825,000 people who do so each year.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Paris on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at Angelina, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Paris is the popular Au Pied de Cochon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Paris is To Restaurant Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Le Mesturet is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

Little Red Door is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is The Bombardier. The Bombardier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Paris!

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

If you’re curious to see more of Paris, start your day with a visit to the amazing Panthéon. This much-appreciated mausoleum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Jardin du Luxembourg. This urban park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular place de la Concorde to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular place de la Concorde is a square that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

The lovely Pont Alexandre III is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 27,899 visitors have left this deck arch bridge average ratings of 4.7 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 Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a triumphal arch rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 193,235 reviews. Around 2,743,823 people come to see this attraction every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Paris has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Caen. Caen 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 Le Sans Gêne. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,075 reviews.

The remarkable Stéphane Carbone Restaurant is another top restaurant in Caen we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Caen, the fantastic Villa Eugène. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Vertigo. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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 Caen and embark on a scenic drive to Rennes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Caen and Saint-Léonard 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 Caen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Écomusée de la Baie du Mont-Saint-Michel. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 414 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Les Traversées De Ludo - Guide de la baie du Mont-Saint Michel. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars from 284 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Champrepus 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 hamlet of Saint-Léonard has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château des Montgommery. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 395 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Saint-Léonard, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Rennes. When you arrive in Rennes 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 Roadside | Burger Restaurant Rennes. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,342 customers.

Locals also recommend Ouzh-Taol, another of the best restaurants in Rennes. Ouzh-Taol is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 905 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Les Fils à Maman. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit L'Ambassade de Rennes to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Rennes, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'Annexe. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. L'Annexe has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 750 customers.

Bar À Cocktails Le Irish Pub Shamrock is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 748 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 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.

Parc Hamelin Oberthür is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Rennes. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,122 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!