9-Day France road trip from Caen to Paris, Blois, and Nantes

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

Caen has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Forêt d'Ifs. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,364 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 Caen, Le Sans Gêne. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Stéphane Carbone Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

Caen also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Caen is Villa Eugène. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Caen is Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Locals also enjoy Vertigo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 Caen and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Paris. You will stay in Paris for 4 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Caen is the amazing Caen Botanical Garden. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,184 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible green space, Colline aux Oiseaux. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,950 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Caen is the outstanding Mémorial de Caen. This popular peace museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,288 visitors.

The spectacular The "Big Bunker" is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating defence work and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,021 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Guy Savoy, one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Paris is Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After dinner, visit La Coupole, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Alternatively, Le Fumoir is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vineuil-Saint-Firmin has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin 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 Vineuil-Saint-Firmin. 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 Vineuil-Saint-Firmin, like the extraordinary Château de Chantilly. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,488 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin.

Your discovery of Vineuil-Saint-Firmin does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin 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!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Paris has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights 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 Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Up to 2,743,823 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Sacré-Cœur is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This church building is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 11,000,000 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider La Villette. La Villette is a commune of france and popular attraction in Paris. More than 56,497 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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 Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème, 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 1,702 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Paris is the popular Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Paris is Jules Verne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Harry's New York Bar 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 1,751 customers.

Dirty Dick is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is Bisou. Bisou. Has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers.

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

Day 5 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris, which gets around 2,825,000 annual visits, is the spectacular Louvre Museum. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Musée d'Orsay. This art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Up to 3,651,616 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Tuileries Garden is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This garden is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider place de la Concorde. Place de la Concorde is a square and popular attraction in Paris. More than 54,229 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 Saint James Paris, 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Experimental Cocktail Club 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 1,338 customers.

The Highlander is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is Café de Paris V. Café de Paris V has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Blois and the city of Versailles. You’ll stay in Blois for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Blois today is Château de Blois. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

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 town, 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 Palace of Versailles for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Versailles. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Approximately 4,741,758 people visit Versailles every year to see the fantastic Palace of Versailles.

This outstanding french formal garden has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Blois, Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 160 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 7 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Chenonceaux. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Nantes. You’ll stay in Nantes for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Chenonceaux’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Chenonceaux, start your day with a visit to the amazing Château de Chenonceau. This much-appreciated château and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Chenonceaux has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Nantes. Nantes 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 Bistrot Basque de Nantes. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 730 reviews.

The remarkable Pickles is another top restaurant in Nantes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Cantine Du Curé is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nantes, the fantastic Gigg's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Délirium Café. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Coffee House. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 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 through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Nantes and the city of Avranches. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Nantes is the amazing Château des ducs de Bretagne. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 167,867 people visit Château des ducs de Bretagne every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Botanical Garden. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors.

Machines of the Isle of Nantes is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Nantes. This well-known attraction, a spectacular art project, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 33,332 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nantes 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 Scriptorial in the city of Avranches for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 509 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Beef & Cow, one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

Locals also recommend Les Fils à Maman Caen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. Les Fils à Maman Caen is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Le Bistronome. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,669 customers.

After dinner, visit Delirium Café, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Balthazar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Alternatively, Café de Caen is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,267 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Caen 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.

Caen Castle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Caen. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Caen at Pizzeria Novità before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Bistrot Basque for your last chance at a meal in the city of Caen. The Le Bistrot Basque restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,352 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try L'Hydropathe. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

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