Luxury 4-Day Relaxed France Road Trip Vacation in Marseille

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through France begins when you reach Marseille, where you’ll stay for a total of 3 nights.

Marseille is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Palais Longchamp. Around 12,768 visitors have rated this fascinating water tower and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

In the city of Marseille, nothing beats the comfort the incredible Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port Hotel provides. This 5-star hotel is one of the most luxurious places to stay in the area and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,296 guests.

The best 4-star hotel we recommend in Marseille is Mercure Marseille Centre Prado Hotel Velodrome. This hotel offers many conveniences and is the perfect base for your relaxed road trip activities. Mercure Marseille Centre Prado Hotel Velodrome has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 1,486 guests.

Budget travelers in Marseille can stay cozy at the 3-star Apart'hotel Citadines Castellane Marseille. With an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 1,912 guests, this cheap apartment is the number one budget apartment option in the city.

These excellent hotels ensure guests a safe and relaxing stay in Marseille. If these popular options are not available for your time in the city, our system will automatically help you find the best alternatives.

Exploring the food culture in Marseille offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Twist Avenue. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

AM par Alexandre Mazzia serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Marseille has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 614 reviews.

O'Malley is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,796 customers, O'Malley is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Marseille looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Carry Nation, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 834 reviews.

La Caravelle offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Marseille. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in France! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in France!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Marseille, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Marseille will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating park, the stunning Parc Borély. Around 11,618 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille), a popular church building and another top-rated attraction in Marseille.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Marseille Cathedral. This local attraction is an amazing catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in France more memorable. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through France is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Marseille. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Marseille and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Marseille that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Marseille to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Marseille for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Marseille.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,587 customers, the dining experience La Caravelle offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

Le Bouchon Provençal is another pleasant place to eat in Marseille. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out La cigale vieux port and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 918 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Bar Bu, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Marseille is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Bar Marengo, another well-known bar in Marseille. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 539 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is La dame du mont. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers, La dame du mont is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Marseille.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Marseille, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Marseille will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating arch bridge, the stunning Pont du Gard. Around 29,439 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Jardin de La Fontaine, a popular park and another top-rated attraction in Marseille.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Musée de la Romanité. This local attraction is an amazing museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors. In a single year, the wonderful Musée de la Romanité welcomes more than 25,271 travelers, indicating that this attraction is one of the most popular places of interest in Marseille.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Marseille. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Marseille and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Marseille that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Marseille to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Marseille for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Marseille.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 934 customers, the dining experience Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

Trattoria Marco is another pleasant place to eat in Marseille. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 725 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out O'Bidul and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 461 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At The Champ De Mars, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Marseille is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at L'unic Bar, another well-known bar in Marseille. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 341 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Beer District Marseille. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 customers, Beer District Marseille is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Marseille.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

Day 4 of your relaxed road trip in France is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Marseille.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Marseille once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in France on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Unwind and look back at the past 4 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Marseille or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Bar Bu. Dining at Bar Bu is one of the best food experiences you can have in Marseille. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

Another top recommendation in Marseille is Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille. If you go to Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 184 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like Le Panier Marseillais. If you haven’t yet, a trip to Le Panier Marseillais is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Marseille and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 4-day relaxed road trip in France is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.