One-Week France Road Trip from Bordeaux to Bayonne and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Bordeaux. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 6 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 8-day vacation in France!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Bordeaux has to offer. Cherish the 5 nights you have left in Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux. 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 Bordeaux, like the extraordinary Porte Cailhau. This attraction is a city gate and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,609 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Bordeaux is the spectacular place de la Bourse. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

La Cité du Vin is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Bordeaux. Rated at an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider BETASOM. BETASOM is a submarine base and popular attraction in Bordeaux. More than 4,804 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Bordeaux does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Bordeaux 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 L'Oiseau Bleu, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is the popular Chai Les Copains. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Bordeaux is L'Autre Petit Bois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,474 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Café Brun is one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,749 customers.

Restaurant Le Plana is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bordeaux is The Houses Of Parliament. The Houses Of Parliament has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Bordeaux has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux. 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 Bordeaux, like the extraordinary parc bordelais. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,855 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Bordeaux is the spectacular Bordeaux Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing The big bell of Bordeaux. This bell tower has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,871 visitors.

Porte de Bourgogne is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This top-tier point of interest is a popular destination among visitors in Bordeaux. Rated at an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,953 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Basilica of St. Michael, Bordeaux. Basilica of St. Michael, Bordeaux is a church building and popular attraction in Bordeaux. More than 4,684 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Bordeaux does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Bordeaux 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 Books & Coffee, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,243 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is the popular Restaurant Melodie. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Bordeaux is Le Confidentiel. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, A Cantina Comptoir Corse is one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,274 customers.

Sherlock Holmes Pub is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bordeaux is Chez Dupont. Chez Dupont has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Rochefort has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Rochefort 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 Rochefort. 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 town of Rochefort, like the extraordinary Pont Transbordeur. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,311 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Rochefort is the spectacular Place Colbert. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,455 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Musée des Commerces d'autrefois. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,543 visitors.

Association Hermione La Fayette is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This top-tier point of interest is a popular destination among visitors in Rochefort. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,271 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Rochefort does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Rochefort 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 Le K Baroque, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Cock And Bull is one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

La Comtesse is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 732 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bordeaux is VINTAGE BAR - Rhumerie & Pub. VINTAGE BAR - Rhumerie & Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 693 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Fouras has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Fouras 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 Fouras. 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 village of Fouras, like the extraordinary Marché de Fouras. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,690 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Fouras is the spectacular Fouras Fort. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,536 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Fouras.

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

When you’ve finished your meal, Ô p'tit Bahut is one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 473 customers.

JAQEN CRAFT BEER is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 477 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bordeaux is ROCKWOOD - Good place & Good taste. ROCKWOOD - Good place & Good taste has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of La Teste-de-Buch. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bayonne. You’ll stay in Bayonne for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of La Teste-de-Buch’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of La Teste-de-Buch, start your day with a visit to the amazing La Maison de l'Huitre. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 921 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Beach of La Hume. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,788 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Parc Mauresque to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Parc Mauresque is an english garden that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,892 visitors.

The lovely Observatoire Sainte-Cécile is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,811 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination 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 Dune of Pilat. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 35,111 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that La Teste-de-Buch has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bayonne. Bayonne 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 JANINE. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 707 reviews.

The remarkable Au p'ti bistro is another top restaurant in Bayonne we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,677 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Victor Hugo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,639 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bayonne, the fantastic Restaurant La Grange. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 915 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Brasserie BASA. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Kubata & Kukubat. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 351 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 7 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 Bayonne and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bordeaux. You will stay in Bordeaux for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bayonne is the amazing Bayonne Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,743 visitors.

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

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

Day 8 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’ll then say farewell to Bordeaux. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in France!