One-Week France Road Trip from Montpellier to Lyon, Grenoble, and Marseille

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Montpellier. You’ll stay in Montpellier for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Montpellier has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,323 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 Montpellier, Coldrip food and coffee. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier is Empanadas Club. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers.

Locals recommend Le Petit Jardin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

Montpellier also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Montpellier is Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Montpellier is Les Enfants Rouges. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

Locals also enjoy O'Carolans Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,118 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 Montpellier has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Montpellier 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 Montpellier. 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 Montpellier, like the extraordinary Jardin des plantes de Montpellier. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,446 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Montpellier is the spectacular Comedy Square. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This square has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

Planet Ocean World is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This aquarium is a popular destination among visitors in Montpellier. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,786 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Sunset Beach. Sunset Beach is a top-tier point of interest and popular attraction in Montpellier. More than 5,416 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Montpellier does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Montpellier 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 Les Bains de Montpellier, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,241 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Montpellier is the popular Amorino. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,241 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Montpellier is Le Paresseur Restaurant | Montpellier Centre. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,119 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Shakespeare is one of the best bars in the city of Montpellier for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Cafe Leon is another of the most popular bars in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 843 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Montpellier is Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier. Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Montpellier and embark on a scenic drive to Lyon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Montpellier 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 Montpellier. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Place Bellecour. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Bartholdi Fountain. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,741 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pont du Gard Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,292 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Pont du Gard. This arch bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Lyon. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lyon, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Black Forest Society has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Kaffee Berlin 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 2,079 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 through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Caluire-et-Cuire and the city of Lyon. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Caluire-et-Cuire is the amazing parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Caluire-et-Cuire 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 Lyon Cathedral in the city of Lyon for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a catholic cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Lyon is the outstanding Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors, this minor basilica deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 travelers.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant La Petite Idée, one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 804 customers.

Locals also recommend Pizzeria Come Prima as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. Pizzeria Come Prima is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,055 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble is La Ferme à Dédé. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,169 customers.

After dinner, visit L'Ardoise, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Grenoble. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,127 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like le coq hardi. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

Alternatively, Pub Shakesbeer is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Grenoble. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 850 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Marseille and the city of Avignon. You’ll stay in Marseille for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Marseille today is Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Centre Commercial Centre Bourse, an outstanding shopping mall, in the city of Marseille. Around 16,249 travelers rated this attraction with 3.9 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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. 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 Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon) for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Avignon. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

This outstanding palace has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 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, L'Épuisette. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 830 customers.

Locals recommend Twist Avenue as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. Twist Avenue is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is AM par Alexandre Mazzia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Marseille, Les 3 Frères. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,017 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bistrot l’Horloge. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

O'BRADY'S IRISH PUB is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Marseille has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Marseille 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 Marseille. 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 Marseille, like the extraordinary Calanques National Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Marseille is the spectacular Parc Borély. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This church building has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors.

Marseille Cathedral is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This catholic cathedral is a popular destination among visitors in Marseille. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Palais Longchamp. Palais Longchamp is a water tower and popular attraction in Marseille. More than 12,768 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Marseille does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Marseille 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 Coogee, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 533 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Marseille is the popular Le Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Marseille is Chez Roger. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,502 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, O'Malley is one of the best bars in the city of Marseille for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

La Caravelle is another of the most popular bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Marseille is Le Café de la Banque. Le Café de la Banque has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,223 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Les Baux-de-Provence. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Montpellier. You’ll stay in Montpellier for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Les Baux-de-Provence’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Les Baux-de-Provence, start your day with a visit to the amazing Château des Baux-de-Provence. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Carrières des Lumières. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Les Baux-de-Provence has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Montpellier. Montpellier 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 Restaurant L'espadon montpellier. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 864 reviews.

The remarkable Le Puja is another top restaurant in Montpellier we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,008 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Georges Café Montpellier is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Montpellier, the fantastic Espit Chupitos Montpellier. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Rebuffy. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Tôt Ou Tard | Restaurant Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 558 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 8 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Montpellier 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.

Aqueduc Saint-Clément is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Montpellier. This aqueduct and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,224 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Montpellier at Gazette café before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

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