9-Day France road trip from Toulon to Monaco, Nice, Nimes, and Marseille

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

Toulon has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Stade Mayol. This attraction is a rugby union venue and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,256 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 Toulon, Manofica. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon is Crêperie du Port. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 951 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Le Saint Gabriel as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 724 customers.

Toulon also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Toulon is Street Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Toulon is TEMPLE BEER. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 345 customers.

Locals also enjoy Havana Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 940 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 Toulon and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Monaco. You will stay in Monaco for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Toulon is the amazing Plage de Renécros. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,158 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Circuit Paul Ricard. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,286 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Toulon is the outstanding Mont Faron cableway. This popular aerial tramway and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,366 visitors.

The spectacular Parc Olbius Riquier is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,789 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Tavernetta, one of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 345 customers.

Locals also recommend l'Express as one of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco. L'Express is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 339 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Monaco is Le Petit Bar Monaco. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 236 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling neighborhood of Monte Carlo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Nice. You’ll stay in Nice for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Monte Carlo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Monte Carlo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Monte Carlo Casino. This much-appreciated architectural structure and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,883 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Monte Carlo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Nice. Nice 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 Les Amoureux. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,622 reviews.

The remarkable Chez Acchiardo is another top restaurant in Nice we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,467 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Les Sens is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nice, the fantastic Wayne's Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,557 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Shounga. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,693 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Les Distilleries Idéales. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,572 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 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Nice and embark on a scenic drive to Nimes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Nice and Arles 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 Nice. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château des Baux-de-Provence. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,346 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Carrières des Lumières. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Les Baux-de-Provence 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 Arles has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Arles Amphitheatre. This attraction is a roman amphitheatre that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,060 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Musée départemental de l'Arles antique. This archaeological museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,817 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 70,230 yearly visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Arles, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Nimes. When you arrive in Nimes 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 The Bird. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 659 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Skab, another of the best restaurants in Nimes. Restaurant Skab is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Dé-K-Lé Bistrot Gourmand. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,576 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit O’Flaherty’s to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nimes, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Le Questel is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 575 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 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the hamlet.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the hamlet of La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard. 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 like the extraordinary Pont du Gard. This attraction is an arch bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard is the spectacular Pont du Gard Museum. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,292 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard.

Your discovery of La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard 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 La Locanda Comptoir italien, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,356 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Nimes is the popular Pinocchio. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,253 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Nimes is Amorino Gelato - Nîmes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 681 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, La bonne mousse is one of the best bars in the city of Nimes for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

Barjoe Nîmes is another of the most popular bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,311 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Nimes is Bar Le Victor Hugo. Bar Le Victor Hugo has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,137 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Aigues-Mortes has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Aigues-Mortes 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 Aigues-Mortes. 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 Aigues-Mortes, like the extraordinary Salin d’Aigues-Mortes. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,534 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Aigues-Mortes is the spectacular Aigues mortes. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,818 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,652 visitors.

Constancy Tower is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This top-tier point of interest is a popular destination among visitors in Aigues-Mortes. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,615 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Aigues-Mortes does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Aigues-Mortes 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 Restaurant Vincent Croizard, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Nimes is the popular Bistr'AU de Jérôme Nutile. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,575 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Nimes is L'Instant T. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Seven Hills Pub_restaurant-nimes is one of the best bars in the city of Nimes for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

London Tavern is another of the most popular bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 712 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Nimes is Gard O Wine. Gard O Wine has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Nimes and the city of Avignon. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Nimes is the amazing Musée de la Romanité. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 25,271 people visit Musée de la Romanité every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Jardin de La Fontaine. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nimes 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 Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon) in the city of Avignon for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Avignon is the outstanding Palais des Papes. This top sight is a spectacular palace that has over 616,210 yearly visitors. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors, this palace deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Jardin des doms. This attraction, a stunning urban park, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 travelers.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Épuisette, one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 830 customers.

Locals also 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 Coogee. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 533 customers.

After dinner, visit Bistrot l’Horloge, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Malley. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Alternatively, La Caravelle is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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

Day 8 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 Marseille and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Toulon. You will stay in Toulon for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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

You could also stop at the incredible church building, Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Marseille is the outstanding Palais Longchamp. This popular water tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

The spectacular Parc Borély is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,618 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Calanques National Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Les Têtes d'Ail, one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 703 customers.

Locals also recommend Ô Bistrot Des Artistes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon. Ô Bistrot Des Artistes is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 626 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulon is Ma'a Tahiti. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 560 customers.

After dinner, visit Old Coucou, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Toulon. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 642 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Dry Dock. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

Alternatively, Twiggy cafe is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Toulon. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 261 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 Toulon 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.

Sculpture de Bateau is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Toulon. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 267 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Toulon at Terre Et Mer before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 625 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Les Tables de la Fontaine for your last chance at a meal in the city of Toulon. The Les Tables de la Fontaine restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Au Petit Marché. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 346 customers.

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