One-Week Relaxed France Road Trip from Metz to Paris

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through France begins when you reach Metz, where you’ll stay for a total of 3 nights.

Metz is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Jardin de l'esplanade de Metz. Around 1,475 visitors have rated this fascinating park and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Metz offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Restaurant Le Jardin de Bellevue. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

Restaurant Quintessence serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Metz has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 520 reviews.

Heureux comme Alexandre is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,131 customers, Heureux comme Alexandre is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Metz looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Les BerThoM Metz, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,261 reviews.

Vivian's Pub Fairy offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Metz. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,067 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Irish-Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 873 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in France! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in France!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across France, you'll explore the best attractions in Metz at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Metz, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Zoo d'Amnéville. This incredible zoo has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 15,712 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in France by seeing another popular site in Metz, the wonderful Metz Cathedral. This catholic cathedral is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 15,712 travelers.

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After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Metz. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Canada' Venture. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at CHEZ BAPTISTE, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. CHEZ BAPTISTE is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by 731 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Au Coeur du Liban. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 688 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Metz and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular La Winstub. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 975 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Aux Paraiges. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 928 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Le Bistrot de G. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Le Bistrot de G has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 659 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across France, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 3 of your easy and relaxed road trip through France gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Reims. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Paris, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 4 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful place Drouet-d’Erlon is waiting for you. This square has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,651 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Reims Cathedral. This unique catholic cathedral is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,030 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Parc Léo Lagrange. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,352 visitors, this green space is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Reims has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Paris. In Paris, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in France.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Restaurant Guy Savoy.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Le Bistrot Du Perigord as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 512 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like La Coupole. La Coupole is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Le Train Bleu. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Le Fumoir. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Le Fumoir is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through France!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across France, you'll explore the best attractions in La Roche-Guyon at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in La Roche-Guyon, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Castle of La Roche-Guyon. This incredible top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,507 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in France. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your La Roche-Guyon itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through France extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in La Roche-Guyon. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Angelina. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Au Pied de Cochon, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Au Pied de Cochon is rated 4.3 stars out of 5 by 10,684 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended To Restaurant Paris. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in La Roche-Guyon and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Le Mesturet. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Little Red Door. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is The Bombardier. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. The Bombardier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 4 of your relaxed road trip across France, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across France, you'll explore the best attractions in Paris at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Paris, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Champ de Mars. This incredible urban park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in France by seeing another popular site in Paris, the wonderful Eiffel Tower. This lattice tower is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Up to 2,743,823 people visit this popular attraction each year.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Sacré-Cœur. This church building is sought after by many travelers from around the world, or more than 11,000,000 people annually. The popular attraction has received 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous La Villette. This amazing site is a wonderful commune of france with more than 56,497 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 5 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in France. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Paris itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through France extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Paris. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,702 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 1,221 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Jules Verne. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Paris and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Harry's New York Bar. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Dirty Dick. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Bisou. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Bisou. Has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 5 of your relaxed road trip across France, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across France, you'll explore the best attractions in Paris at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Paris, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 1 night will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Louvre Museum. This incredible art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 travelers, and is visited by 2,825,000 people every year.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in France by seeing another popular site in Paris, the wonderful Musée d'Orsay. This art museum is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 travelers and gets around 2,825,000 annual visits.

You can then move on to the incredible Tuileries Garden. This garden has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable place de la Concorde. This square is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.5 out of 5 stars from 54,229 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Palais Garnier. This amazing site is a wonderful opera house with more than 34,053 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 6 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in France. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Paris itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through France extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Paris. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Saint James Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Paris and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Experimental Cocktail Club. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular The Highlander. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Café de Paris V. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Café de Paris V has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 6 of your relaxed road trip across France, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 7 of your easy and relaxed road trip through France gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Paris. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Metz, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Notre-Dame de Paris is waiting for you. This catholic cathedral has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. It’s estimated that around 12,000,000 people visit this attraction every year.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Panthéon. This unique mausoleum is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors, this urban park is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Jardin des plantes. This popular botanical garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 people.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Paris has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Metz. In Metz, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in France.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 697 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing La Goulue.

Locals also recommend Santa Maria as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Santa Maria as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 480 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Les Copains d'abord. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 537 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Buffalo Grill Metz. Buffalo Grill Metz is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,189 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Le Troubadour. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 751 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to 3.96 Kaffe. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. 3.96 Kaffe is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 482 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through France!

Day 8 of your relaxed road trip in France is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Metz.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Metz once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in France on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Love Garden is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Metz. This top sight is a popular park, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 143 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 8 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Metz or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Le Local. Dining at Le Local is one of the best food experiences you can have in Metz. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 402 customers.

Another top recommendation in Metz is Restaurant Le Paris. If you go to Restaurant Le Paris, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 385 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Metz and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 8-day relaxed road trip in France is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.