Cheap 13-Day France Road Trip from Marseille to Lyon, Beaune, Paris, and Blois

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Marseille, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Marseille and begin your adventure in France.

Marseille is a popular cheap holiday destination in France with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Marseille and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Old Port of Marseille will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating seaport that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,120 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Marseille. An excellent example is the popular L'Épuisette. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 830 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Twist Avenue. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful AM par Alexandre Mazzia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 614 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Les 3 Frères is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,017 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Marseille we recommend is Bistrot l’Horloge, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

O'BRADY'S IRISH PUB is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,572 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Marseille, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Calanques National Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This popular place of interest is a stunning church building that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 visitors.

To make your trip to Marseille more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Marseille Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 12,714 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Marseille Cathedral is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 19,446 reviews.

Your discovery of Marseille does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Marseille on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, France.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in France, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Coogee, one of the best restaurants in Marseille. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 533 reviews.

You can also check out Le Bouchon Provençal. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Chez Roger. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,502 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Marseille.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Marseille for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at O'Malley and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,796 customers.

La Caravelle is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Le Café de la Banque. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,223 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Marseille.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Marseille!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Avignon and end your day in the city of Lyon, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Avignon is the amazing Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Palais des Papes. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 travelers, a visit to this well-known palace and sightseeing spot in Avignon is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 616,210 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Avignon is the outstanding Jardin des doms. This urban park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,201 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lyon. Lyon is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lyon that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lyon is Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lyon, L'Institut Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 853 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Flair Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lyon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 726 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lyon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit L Bar food & drink. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Black Forest Society. This popular bar in Lyon has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 500 bar-goers.

You can also go to Kaffee Berlin as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Kaffee Berlin is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,079 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Caluire-et-Cuire and end your day in the city of Beaune, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

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

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Beaune. Beaune is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Beaune that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Beaune is Le Bout du Monde. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 343 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Beaune, Le Bistrot du Coin is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 109 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Rest O Bar. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Beaune enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Beaune’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 5 of your self-drive vacation in France gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Paris and end your day in the city of Fontainebleau.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Paris for 3 nights. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in France.

While you’re in Paris, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Jardin du Luxembourg. The fantastic Jardin du Luxembourg is a popular urban park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Sainte Chapelle, a well-known chapel in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 32,376 travelers.

The top-rated Notre-Dame de Paris is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular catholic cathedral and destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 45,788 travelers. Welcoming about 12,000,000 travelers annually, the unforgettable Notre-Dame de Paris is truly one for the books.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Paris, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Fontainebleau.

Make Palace of Fontainebleau your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about France. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in France and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Paris. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Paris, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

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

Le Bistrot Du Perigord is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Kitchen Galerie Bis, another well-loved restaurant in Paris. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in France.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Paris, La Coupole. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 bar goers.

Le Train Bleu is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Paris, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,110 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Le Fumoir, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in France!

Day 6’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Paris, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Champ de Mars. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Eiffel Tower. This popular place of interest is a stunning lattice tower that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 322,389 visitors. With around 6,207,303 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Tuileries Garden. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 92,172 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Tuileries Garden is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Musée d'Orsay is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This art museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 71,115 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 3,651,616 people.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Louvre Museum. More than 260,788 visitors have rated this art museum and tourist destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. Each year, over 2,825,000 people travel to this attraction to take a closer look into its unique and special features.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Paris on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, France.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in France, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Angelina, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 13,038 reviews.

You can also check out Au Pied de Cochon. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is To Restaurant Paris. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,267 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Paris.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Paris for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Le Mesturet and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,547 customers.

Little Red Door is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit The Bombardier. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Paris.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Paris!

Day 7’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Paris, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Sacré-Cœur. This attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 travelers. Every year, the wonderful Sacré-Cœur gets around 11,000,000 visitors from across the globe.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular La Villette. This popular place of interest is a stunning commune of france that boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 visitors.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating bois de Vincennes. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 35,777 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic bois de Vincennes is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Jardin des plantes is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This botanical garden and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 40,461 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Panthéon. More than 43,649 visitors have rated this mausoleum and tourist destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Paris on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, France.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in France, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,702 reviews.

You can also check out Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Jules Verne. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,525 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Paris.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Paris for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Harry's New York Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,751 customers.

Dirty Dick is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Bisou. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Paris.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Paris!

On day 8 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Paris and end your day in the city of Blois, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Paris is the amazing Palais Garnier. This travel destination is an opera house that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible place de la Concorde. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Paris is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Paris is the outstanding Grand Palais. This palace has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,503 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Pont Alexandre III. This attraction, an amazing deck arch bridge, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors from all over the globe. Each year, around 2,743,823 travelers visit this attraction to cross it off their bucket lists.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Blois. Blois is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Blois that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Blois is Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Blois enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Blois’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 9 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Blois and end your day in the city of Poitiers, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Blois is the amazing Robert-Houdin House of Magic. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,105 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Château de Blois. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 travelers, a visit to this well-known château and sightseeing spot in Blois is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Blois is the outstanding Bishopric Rose Garden. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 572 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Poitiers. Poitiers is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Poitiers that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Poitiers is Oh le Bistro. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,996 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Poitiers, Le Palais de la Bière is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,034 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Manhattan Café. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Poitiers enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 999 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Poitiers’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Les Archives. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,998 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is 3 Brasseurs Poitiers. This popular bar in Poitiers has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,658 bar-goers.

You can also go to Cave et Restaurant Le Bateau Ivre as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Cave et Restaurant Le Bateau Ivre is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,485 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 10 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Lormont and end your day in the city of Bordeaux, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Lormont is the amazing La Cité du Vin. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bordeaux. Bordeaux is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Bordeaux that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bordeaux is Le Comptoir Des Chats (enfants à partir de 10 ans). This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,090 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bordeaux, suzzi is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 852 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Symbiose. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bordeaux enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 896 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bordeaux’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit The Connemara. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Molly Malone's. This popular bar in Bordeaux has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,951 bar-goers.

You can also go to Le Bar à Vin as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Le Bar à Vin is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,327 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 11 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Bordeaux and the enchanting Toulouse, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Bordeaux and end the day in Toulouse, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 11 of your affordable vacation in France will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Bordeaux is the magnificent Porte Dijeaux. Around 1,628 visitors have rated this excellent city gate and travel destination an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing place du Parlement on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 3,489 travelers.

The remarkable place de la Bourse is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing square, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 travelers.

Beyond the above-mentioned sites, you also have the opportunity to visit the fascinating miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool and well-loved attraction in Bordeaux is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Bordeaux, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Toulouse.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Jardin des Plantes. This popular site is a valued park in Toulouse and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across France. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in France. Make your cheap holiday experience in France more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Carcassonne offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in France. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Carcassonne offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

Restaurant La Marquière is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 680 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Carcassonne is Brasserie a 4 Temps, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,551 customers.

Adélaïde offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Carcassonne. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,584 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Carcassonne’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Comte Roger is an excellent example of a great bar in Carcassonne offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The Celt, another of locals’ go-to bars in Carcassonne. The Celt is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,000 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

La Métairie is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Carcassonne. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 756 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through France with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in France!

On day 12 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Arles and end your day in the city of Marseille, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Arles is the amazing Jardin d'été. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,025 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 965 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Arles is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Arles is the outstanding Roman Theatre of Arles. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,900 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Arles Amphitheatre. This attraction, an amazing roman amphitheatre, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Marseille. Marseille is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Marseille that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Marseille is Nul Part Ailleurs. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,400 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Marseille, Paulette - Restaurant Vieux Port is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,345 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is La cigale vieux port. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Marseille enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 918 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Marseille’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Bar Bu. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Friche la Belle de Mai. This popular bar in Marseille has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,400 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Queen Victoria as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Queen Victoria is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 3,995 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 13 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Marseille.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in France.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Marseille is the remarkable L'Ombrière de Norman Foster. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,449 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Marseille and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in France!