9-Day France road trip from Tours to Fontainebleau, Paris, Rouen, and Blois

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

Tours has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Vieux Tours. This attraction is a neighborhood and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,551 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 Tours, Le Comptoir de Mamie Bigoude Tours Centre. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,883 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Restaurant Les Canailles. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

Locals recommend Boll N Roll as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

Tours also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tours is Buffalo Grill Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,396 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tours is The Pale. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Locals also enjoy Hotel & Spa Oceania L'univers Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in France!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Tours. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Fontainebleau. You’ll stay in Fontainebleau for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Tours’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Tours, start your day with a visit to the amazing Tours Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,212 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Château de Villandry. This château and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,506 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin botanique de Tours to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin botanique de Tours is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,560 visitors.

The lovely Escape Yourself is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 586 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Tours has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Fontainebleau. Fontainebleau offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 3 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 Fontainebleau and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Paris. You will stay in Paris for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Fontainebleau is the amazing Palace of Fontainebleau. This attraction is a château that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Fontainebleau 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 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 Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Arc de Triomphe gets around 2,743,823 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris is the spectacular place de la Concorde. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Palais Garnier. This opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

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 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 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 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 Tuileries Garden. This garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Musée d'Orsay is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 3,651,616 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Louvre Museum. Louvre Museum is an art museum and popular attraction in Paris. More than 260,788 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 2,825,000 people who do so each year.

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!

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 Paris. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rouen. You’ll stay in Rouen for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Paris’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Paris, start your day with a visit to the amazing Notre-Dame de Paris. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. Each year, around 12,000,000 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Sainte Chapelle. This chapel and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,376 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin des plantes to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin des plantes is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

The lovely Panthéon is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 43,649 visitors have left this mausoleum 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 94,043 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Paris has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rouen. Rouen 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 Gill. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 517 reviews.

The remarkable Crêperie Rouennaise is another top restaurant in Rouen we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Arkose Rouen is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 766 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rouen, the fantastic UNDERDOGS - Beer bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 550 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Delirium Café Rouen. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Au Fût et à mesure. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 529 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 7 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Rouen and embark on a scenic drive to Blois, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Rouen and Chambord 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 Rouen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 119,665 visitors. Over 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles annually.

Wave goodbye to Versailles 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 Chambord has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château de Chambord. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,219 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Chambord, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Blois. When you arrive in Blois 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 Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Chenonceaux and the city of Amboise. You’ll stay in Tours for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Chenonceaux today is Château de Chenonceau. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 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 village, 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 Château d'Amboise for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Amboise. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors.

This outstanding museum has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Château Gaillard in the town of Amboise. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,622 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours, LA MAISON DES HALLES. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 636 customers.

Locals recommend TIA Gourmet as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. TIA Gourmet is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 665 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Le Turon. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Tours, Café Bar Jazz Le Strapontin. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 882 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La réserve. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 customers.

Délirium café is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

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

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

Prébendes d'Oé Garden is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tours. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,334 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Tours at Café Bistrot Restaurant Le Vieux Mûrier before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Casse-Cailloux for your last chance at a meal in the city of Tours. The Casse-Cailloux restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le bistrot d'Odile. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

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